permanent identification
[/ˈpɜːrmənənt aɪˌdɛntɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: permanent identifications / identificações permanentes
identificação permanente
1. An official document or credential that serves as proof of identity and does not expire or require periodic renewal
A passport is a form of permanent identification accepted worldwide.
Um passaporte é uma forma de identificação permanente aceita em todo o mundo.
2. A unique marker, number, or characteristic used to reliably identify an individual or object over an extended period
The permanent identification of patients in the hospital system uses unique ID numbers.
A identificação permanente de pacientes no sistema hospitalar utiliza números de ID únicos.
3. In legal contexts, an identification document that does not have an expiration date
Brazilian citizens can use their national ID as permanent identification.
Cidadãos brasileiros podem usar seu RG como identificação permanente.
In Brazil, the RG (Registro Geral) and CPF (Cadastro de Pessoas Físicas) are the primary forms of permanent identification. The RG serves as the national ID card and does not expire, making it a true permanent identification document. In the USA, the concept varies by state, with driver's licenses and Social Security numbers serving similar functions but often requiring renewal. In Portugal, the Cartão de Cidadão (Citizen Card) is the equivalent permanent identification document.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to provide permanent identification
to establish permanent identification
proof of permanent identification
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