Photo via The Thaiger

 

A notice at a national ID service in Thailand has sparked attention for requiring people with altered appearances due to surgery or gender transition to bring a witness when applying for a new ID card. The sign surfaced on social media on December 22, stating that if someone's look has changed from their official biometric data, a guarantor must accompany them. This highlights ongoing challenges with facial recognition technology used in Thailand’s civil registration system.

 

The notice points out an issue where facial recognition may fail if a person’s appearance no longer matches their stored ID image or data. Such discrepancies can prevent the system from identifying individuals, leading officials to request a witness to confirm identity. While some social media users found the requirement humorous, others saw it as a practical reminder for those updating their ID after cosmetic changes.

 

Currently, no formal announcement has been made, but the sign acts as a preemptive measure for potential ID verification complications. Individuals are encouraged to bring any necessary documentation and a guarantor to expedite the process at district offices. This initiative is aimed at minimizing procedural delays caused by mismatches in appearance and data.

 

In related news, the cosmetic industry faces scrutiny after an incident in Bangkok's Prawet district. A woman underwent dimple surgery which resulted in severe blood loss and persistent bleeding. Despite assurances from the attending doctor, the issue persisted for nearly two months, prompting concerns over procedural safety and post-surgery care, reported The Thaiger.

 

Key Takeaways

• ID applicants with altered appearances may need a witness due to tech limitations.
• Social reactions vary from humor to practical planning for cosmetic updates.
• Recent cosmetic surgery incident raises safety concerns in Bangkok.

 

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  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-12-22

 

 

 

Oh dear, I'm going to have to stop smoothing out my wrinkles.

49 minutes ago, mfd101 said:

Oh dear, I'm going to have to stop smoothing out my wrinkles.

Facial or ?

Fer Crikey's, just show them your p*ssy! That's what they want to see anyway.

2 hours ago, hotchilli said:

Facial or ?

definitely ?