Vietnam to Replace Social Insurance Codes with Personal IDs from September 2026

Vietnam's social insurance system is set to undergo a significant digital transformation, replacing traditional social insurance codes with personal identification numbers (PINs) and citizen identity cards. This nationwide change will officially commence on September 1, 2026.

The Vietnam Social Security (BHXH) agency has outlined a phased plan to integrate these new identifiers into its operational systems. The primary goal is to create a unified data system within the social insurance sector, enhancing its ability to connect and synchronize with the national population database. This move is expected to streamline administrative processes and improve data accuracy.

The transition will begin with the software used for contribution collection and the management of social insurance books and cards. This system will serve as the source for converting social insurance codes to PINs and citizen identity card numbers. Concurrently, it will update participant data and management codes in other related software applications.

Prior to the September 1st deadline, BHXH agencies will undertake preparatory work from August 15th to August 31st, 2026. This includes standardizing participant data, cross-referencing information with the national population database, upgrading software, conducting system tests, and backing up existing data. The comprehensive update will affect all information systems within the social insurance sector, including those for policy review, electronic transactions, accounting, and health insurance supervision.

By adopting PINs and citizen identity cards, Vietnam aims to modernize its social insurance management, ensuring greater efficiency and interoperability across government digital platforms. The VssID application, the BHXH Vietnam portal, and other relevant software will also be updated to reflect these changes.