Does the hotel need an ID card?

When checking into a hotel, every guest must provide valid identity documents to register in real-name registration system, which is stipulated by the Public Security Bureau. Whether you use a physical ID card or a electronic identity, you must ensure that the certificate is valid and approved by the local public security bureau. Electronic identity is generated by face recognition technology, which can be displayed on mobile phones, and usually contains a time-stamped QR code or barcode. In some pilot cities, electronic identity can be used for hotel check-in, but in non-pilot cities, guests need to comply with local specific requirements. Real-name authentication is a verification process to ensure the authenticity of user data. Once completed, users can use electronic identity to handle business and enjoy services within the scope of public security management.

The function of the ID card:

1. Identification: The ID card is a legal identification document for citizens to prove the identity information of the holder;

2. Daily life: In daily activities such as opening an account, buying train tickets and plane tickets, ID cards are all valid documents that must be provided;

3. Legal effect: the ID card has legal effect and is an important basis for citizens to enjoy legal protection and bear legal responsibilities;

4. information registration: in hotel accommodation, medical treatment, examinations and other occasions, the ID card is used to register personal information;

5. Electronic payment: ID card information is often used to verify personal identity to ensure the security of financial transactions such as electronic payment.

to sum up, hotel check-in requires each guest to provide valid identity documents recognized by the local public security bureau within the validity period to complete the registration in real-name registration system. No matter whether it is a physical identity card or a electronic identity (the latter is available in the pilot city), they can use electronic identity for business within the scope of public security management after real-name authentication.

Legal basis:

Article 6 of the Measures for the Administration of Public Security in Hotel Industry

Hotels must register their accommodation for receiving passengers. At the time of registration, the passenger's identity documents shall be checked and truthfully registered according to the prescribed items. To receive accommodation from overseas tourists, an accommodation registration form shall also be submitted to the local public security organ within 24 hours.