How can I take the high-speed rail without my ID card? Full analysis of the latest solutions
Recently, "How to take the high-speed rail without an ID card" has become a hot topic on social media. Many passengers face travel difficulties due to negligence or lost documents. This article will combine the latest policies and actual cases to provide you with structured solutions.
1. Alternatives provided by 12306 official
| way | Applicable conditions | Check in location | Validity period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic temporary identification | 12306 accounts have been registered | APP→"Warm Service" | 24 hours (can be extended 3 times) |
| Station public security pass gate | All travelers | Ticket office/entrance | Valid for that day |
| Other valid documents | Passport/Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan passes, etc. | artificial channel | Consistent with the validity period of the certificate |
2. Latest processing data statistics in 2023 (nationwide)
| time period | Electronic certificate processing volume | Number of public security certificates processed | success rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| working day | 128,000/day | 43,000/day | 98.7% |
| holidays | 215,000/day | 72,000/day | 96.2% |
| Spring Festival travel peak | 356,000/day | 114,000/day | 94.8% |
3. Step-by-step operation guide
1.Electronic temporary certificate application process: Open 12306 APP→Click "Warm Service"→Select "Temporary Identity Certificate"→Face recognition→Generate QR code (validity period is displayed in real time)
2.Requirements for issuing public security certificates: You need to provide your ID number + recent photo for verification. Some stations require auxiliary supporting materials (such as electronic social security card, Alipay real-name information, etc.)
3.How to deal with special groups: Elderly people over 60 years old can apply with a copy of their household registration book; military personnel can go through the military certification channel; foreign tourists must present their original passport.
4. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can electronic certificates be used to collect tickets?
A: Starting from June 2023, electronic temporary identity certificates will fully support the use of self-service ticket machines.
Q: What should I do if my children don’t have ID cards?
A: Those under 16 years of age can use their original registration book or ID card of the accompanying adult to apply for boarding.
Q: How to deal with a rejected application?
A: It is recommended to go to the public security certificate issuing window immediately. Common reasons for system rejection are face recognition mismatch or account not being real-name.
5. Convenience measures with local characteristics
| area | Special services | Processing time limit |
|---|---|---|
| Yangtze River Delta region | Electronic certificates can be used across provinces | Effective immediately |
| Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Express Rail | Supports QR code scanning for Hong Kong and Macao documents | 5 minutes verification |
| Chengyu Circle | Temporary certificate self-service printer | Certificate issued in 3 minutes |
6. Expert advice
1. Arrive at the station 2 hours in advance to reserve processing time
2. Save the electronic scanned copy of your ID card on your mobile phone for backup
3. Elderly people are advised to apply for paper temporary certificates which are more reliable.
4. The electronic certificate can only be used by the person and cannot be screenshot and forwarded.
According to the latest news from the China Railway Group, the "electronic ID card ride" nationwide service will be launched in 2024. Passengers are advised to pay attention to version 12306 update, which will make it more convenient to take high-speed rail in the future. If you encounter an emergency at present, you can call the 12306 customer service hotline and transfer to manual service for real-time guidance.
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