Author: Kikki

What is a Social ID and what benefits does it provide you?

The Social ID is your unique digital identifier within the social services system.

Through it, your identity is verified in government information systems, and the social services, payments, and benefits assigned to you are managed.

Simply put, the Social ID is a personal digital profile created specifically for accessing and managing social services.

What is the function of the Social ID in the Baraka app?

All your social information in the app is managed through this ID.
It identifies the user precisely in the system.

The system automatically recognizes you through the Social ID.
No additional documents or information are required during this process.

Displays existing social benefits and allowances.
The Social ID shows which pensions, services, or other social assistance you are entitled to. This information is linked to a single profile.

Allows fast and convenient access to social services.
The Social ID connects all services into a single system. As a result, you can access services without unnecessary paperwork, waiting in lines, or repeatedly providing your information.

Simplifies monitoring and managing payments.
Through the app, you can view the social payments assigned to you, track their receipt dates, and monitor their status.

Where is the Social ID used?

The Social ID is used in various government and financial systems to identify citizens and manage the social services assigned to them.

In social protection agencies
The types of social assistance, benefits, and registration processes for a citizen are determined through the Social ID. This allows for quick access and verification of information.

For processing pensions and subsidies
When granting pensions, child benefits, financial aid, or subsidies, a citizen’s rights and status are checked based on the Social ID. This simplifies the process and reduces the likelihood of errors.

In banking processes (related to social cards)
For matters connected to cards receiving social payments, a person can be quickly identified using the Social ID. This enables faster banking services.

In digital government service systems
When submitting applications online, verifying information, or accessing social services through platforms, the Social ID serves as a single identifier.

What benefits does the Social ID provide to citizens?

The Social ID significantly simplifies and speeds up the process of accessing social services. The system automatically identifies the individual through the Social ID. In many cases, no additional documents or repeated information entry is required, saving time.

Since the data is stored in a single system, there is less need to submit the same documents multiple times to different organizations.

Citizens gain clear information about their assigned benefits, subsidies, or other social payments. It is easy to see which payments were made, when, and in what amount.

The Social ID links all social services to a single profile. As a result, service delivery is faster and queues are reduced.

Citizens’ social information is consolidated in a single system rather than scattered across multiple databases. This ensures accuracy and up-to-date information.

What is the QR code on the back of the Baraka card?

The QR code on the back of the Baraka social card is an identification code linked to the Social ID.

When the QR code is scanned:

Important: This QR code is not intended for payments. It is used for identification purposes only.

Where can the social QR code be used?

The social QR code on the Baraka card is used in the following places and situations:

At social service centers
The QR code is scanned, and the system identifies your profile, allowing staff to provide the services you are entitled to more quickly.

By authorized government officials
Only authorized personnel can use the QR code. Ordinary users cannot use this code for payments or other personal purposes.

In banking processes (related to the card)
For services connected to the social card, such as receiving benefits or subsidies, the QR code enables quick identification.

For checking social services
The QR code is used to monitor service quality or verify user information.

Important: The QR code is not an open payment QR. It is used only by authorized personnel for identification through a special system.

What is a Social Card?

What is a Social Card?

In Uzbekistan, the “Social Card” system is being introduced under the National Agency for Social Protection (IHMA).

This system is designed to make access to government social protection services easier and more convenient. All relevant documents are consolidated into a single digital platform, reducing paperwork and eliminating long queues.

But what does this mean in practice? What is a social card, and how can it improve your daily life or provide additional benefits?

What is the Baraka Social Card?

The Social Card is a multifunctional card that serves as:

You can carry it with you like a passport or ID card, while also using it for payments.

In addition, the card indicates whether the holder belongs to one or more categories of socially vulnerable groups eligible for state support.

In Uzbekistan, this unified social card is issued under the name Baraka Card.

The Baraka Card is integrated with the Baraka mobile application, which is used to manage the card and its services.

What Benefits Does It Provide?

Through the Baraka Social Card, citizens can access various government services and benefits, including:

About the Baraka Mobile Application

Through the Baraka mobile app, users can:

The app also includes a Digital Documents section, where 17 types of personal documents are stored electronically — from identification documents to certificates and educational diplomas.

Who Can Receive the Baraka Social Card Free of Charge?

The standard cost of the card is 40,000 UZS.

However, the card can be issued free of charge if the applicant belongs to one of 15 legally approved social categories defined by legislation.

In other cases, the card can be obtained after paying the fee established by the issuing bank.

You can view the full list of categories eligible for free issuance here.

How to Apply for the Baraka Card

The easiest and fastest way to apply is through the Baraka mobile application:

  1. Download the app from the App Store or Google Play Store.
  2. Follow the step-by-step instructions.
  3. Enter your personal identification details.
  4. Submit your application.

Alternatively, you may apply through:

Once the application is approved, the card can be collected from Xalq Bank or Aloqabank.

The card can be used both in physical and digital formats.
For persons with limited mobility, home delivery is available.

Contact Information

For questions regarding the issuance and use of the Social Card, you may contact the IHMA hotline at 1070.

Security and Transparency

The Baraka system prioritizes user security.

In Summary

The Social Card is a unified digital tool that consolidates all your social benefits, allowing you to manage them electronically and access services remotely or through terminals.

Important: The Baraka system is available to citizens of Uzbekistan, foreign residents, and stateless persons. All processes are supervised by IHMA to ensure transparency and reliability.

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