Kyrgyzstan Considers Expanding Passport Data Verification to Mobile Operators, Notaries

Kyrgyzstan is contemplating a significant expansion of data verification powers, proposing to grant mobile operators, notaries, and credit bureaus access to verify citizens' passport information. This initiative, outlined in a draft resolution from the Cabinet of Ministers, seeks to broaden the range of organizations authorized to interact with the State National Passport Registry.

The proposal suggests that these entities could play a role in confirming the authenticity of citizen data held within the national registry. Such a move could streamline various administrative and commercial processes that rely on identity verification.

The draft resolution has been submitted for public discussion, indicating a phase of consultation before any potential implementation. This allows for feedback from stakeholders and the public on the implications of granting these organizations access to sensitive passport data.