State Dept ID Cards: Quick Feedback on 5-Minute Form
Published Date: 12/23/2025
Notice
Summary
The Department of State wants your thoughts on their plan to keep collecting info for personal ID cards used by employees and contractors. This update won’t cost you extra time—just about 5 minutes per request—and helps make sure the process stays smooth and clear. You’ve got until January 22, 2026, to share your feedback and help shape the future of these ID cards!
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Mandatory State Dept ID Application
If you are a Department of State employee or contractor, you must submit an application for a Department of State Personal Identification Card (form DS-1838 domestically or DS-7783 overseas) at the time of hire. The Department estimates 13,500 responses, each taking about 5 minutes, for a total estimated burden of 1,125 hours per year. The information collection is mandatory and the public comment period for this renewal is open until January 22, 2026.
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