“There was a slight spike of 1 percent for 0 to 18-year-olds who applied and a slight dip of 1 percent for persons between 18 and 54 years old,” he added.
In an interview, Apatang said the increase could be attributed to the U.S. citizens traveling abroad with their children.
The mayor’s office ID, he added, can also be used to verify Social Security applications.
Out of the 3,487 ID cards processed by the Saipan mayor’s office in FY 2019, 87.5 percent were issued to U.S. citizens, 7.6 percent to Federated States of Micronesia citizens, 1 percent to Republic of Palau citizens, 0.1 percent to Republic of Marshall Islands citizens, and 3.7 percent to permanent residents.
To apply for the ID, an applicant must present any of the following documents: certified copy of birth certificate, marriage license for those who are married, a valid passport, a valid permanent resident card with a valid passport or a voter’s card.
The fee for minors or those below 18 years old, and senior citizens or 55 years old and above is $7; for persons with disabilities, $7; and for persons who are 18 to 54 years old, $15.
