What does the third generation social security card mean?

The third generation social security card refers to a new type of social security card introduced by China's social security system in the process of informationization and intelligent development.

Compared with the previous two generations of social security cards, it has been significantly improved in function, security and convenience, aiming to better serve the general public and meet the growing demand for social security.

First, the function upgrade of the third generation social security card.

The third generation social security card not only inherits the basic functions of the previous two generations, such as medical insurance settlement and pension benefits collection. A number of convenience service functions have also been added. For example, cardholders can use social security cards to take public transport, borrow libraries, and buy park tickets. Therefore, one card can be used for multiple purposes, which greatly improves the frequency and convenience of using social security cards.

Second, the third generation of social security card security performance improvement

In terms of security performance, the third generation social security card adopts more advanced technical means, such as chip encryption, biometrics, etc., which effectively guarantees the cardholder's information security and transaction security. At the same time, the management and distribution of social security cards are also stricter to prevent illegal acts such as fraudulent use and misappropriation.

Third, the convenience of the third generation social security card has been enhanced.

In terms of convenience, the third-generation social security card supports online and offline multi-channel services, and cardholders can conduct business processing and inquiry through mobile APP and self-service terminals. There is no need to wait in line at the window, which greatly saves time and energy.

Fourthly, the significance and value of the third generation social security card.

The introduction of the third generation social security card is an important embodiment of the continuous improvement and innovation of China's social security system. It not only improves the efficiency and quality of social security services, but also enhances people's trust and satisfaction with the social security system. At the same time, the third generation social security card also provides strong support and guarantee for China's social governance and public services.

To sum up:

The third generation social security card is an important achievement of China's social security system in the process of informationization and intelligent development. Significantly improved functionality, safety and convenience, and provided more high-quality and efficient social security services for the general public. With the continuous progress of technology and the continuous expansion of application, the third generation social security card will play a more important role in the future and make greater contributions to China's social development and improvement of people's livelihood.

Legal basis:

Measures of the People's Republic of China on the Administration of Social Security Cards

Article 2 provides that:

The term "social security card" as mentioned in these Measures refers to an integrated circuit card issued to the public and mainly used for government social management and public services in the fields of human resources and social security.

The social security card is the electronic certificate for cardholders to enjoy social security and public employment services. It has the basic functions of information recording, information inquiry and business handling.