Ganghwa County Expands Unattended Document Issuance Kiosks to Bridge Administrative Service Gap

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Choi Ki-ho] Ganghwa County announced on the 7th that it has expanded the installation of unattended document issuance kiosks in rural areas, allowing residents to obtain documents swiftly and conveniently 24 hours a day.

The kiosks have been installed in seven areas: Bul-eun-myeon, Hwado-myeon, Yangdo-myeon, Hajeom-myeon, Yangsa-myeon, Songhae-myeon, and Samsan-myeon. Previously, a total of 10 unattended document issuance kiosks were operated mainly in Ganghwa-eup, and with this additional installation, the total number has increased to 17 units.

This project was undertaken to bridge administrative service gaps between regions and enhance residents' accessibility. Residents in outlying rural areas can now obtain documents 24 hours a day at nearby locations without additional travel, which is expected to significantly reduce the burden of time and transportation costs.

A total of 122 types of documents can be issued through the unattended kiosks, including resident registration transcripts and certificates, family relations certificates, health insurance qualification status confirmation, national pension documents, education-related certificates, driving record certificates, and traffic accident confirmation documents. Documents can be issued 24 hours a day with simple identity verification, and the service fee is reduced by 50 percent.

County Chief Park Yong-chul said, "The unattended document issuance kiosks have gained strong support as office workers and farming workers who find it difficult to visit the administrative office during weekday business hours can now conveniently use them on weekends and at night," and added, "Going forward, I will do my best to ensure that all county residents can enjoy equal administrative services without exclusion."