What kind of bank card is the social security card?

Social security card belongs to the second generation bank card type.

It not only has the financial function of bank card, but also has many service functions such as social security, medical care and employment. Social security cards have a wide range of applications, and can be used to handle various social security-related businesses, such as inquiring about social security payment, receiving pensions, and reimbursing medical insurance. At the same time, the social security card can also be used as a valid certificate for identity authentication, which is convenient for cardholders to enjoy various public services.

Materials required for handling social security cards:

1. Fill in a complete application form for the issuance and registration of social security cards;

2. Preparation for the issuance of social security cards;

3. Application fields and card application file structures that meet the requirements of national unified specifications (including partially expanded application fields and indicators);

4. Card surface style designed according to unified requirements;

5, the local social security card management measures and implementation details;

6. Other materials required by Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security.

To sum up, social security card is a special bank card, which aims to provide social security benefits and services for eligible people. The specific types may vary by region and country.

Legal basis:

People's Republic of China (PRC) social insurance law

Article 57

The employing unit shall, within 30 days from the date of its establishment, apply to the local social insurance agency for social insurance registration with its business license, registration certificate or unit seal. The social insurance agency shall, within fifteen days from the date of receiving the application, examine and issue the social insurance registration certificate.