22/09/2026
PRESS RELEASE: PSA SARANGANI HIGHLIGHTS CONTINUED GROWTH OF NATIONAL ID REGISTRATION AND AUTHENTICATION SERVICES
In celebration of International Identity Day on 16 September 2026, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) β Sarangani Provincial Statistical Office (PSO) highlights the continuing implementation and utilization of the National ID Program and National ID Authentication Services (NIDAS).
As of 31 August 2026, PSA-Sarangani has registered a total of 1,268,282 individuals across General Santos City and Sarangani Province:
π General Santos City: 689,079
π Sarangani Province: 579,203
TOTAL: 1,268,282
The National ID is available in physical card, paper, and Digital National ID formats, providing Filipinos with accessible and reliable means of establishing their identity.
Meanwhile, NIDAS continues to expand through the integration of government and private-sector systems, supporting secure identity verification for participating organizations or Relying Parties (RPs).
At the local level, PSA-Sarangani continues to conduct orientations and information activities with government offices and other stakeholders to promote awareness and utilization of the National ID and NIDAS.
π Secure identity. Accessible services. Trusted verification.
PSA-Sarangani remains committed to bringing National ID services closer to the public and promoting wider awareness and utilization of the National ID and its authentication services.
READ MORE: https://rsso12.psa.gov.ph/content/psa-sarangani-highlights-continued-growth-national-id-registration-and-authentication