The government is considering reviewing the procedures and forms of My Number cards to ensure all residents obtain them before abolishing the current health insurance cards, according to Kono. The government aims to have almost all citizens obtain My Number cards by the end of March 2023, but the issuance rate still stood at only 49 per cent as of September. In principle, the focus is whether the government can further spread My Number cards before the abolition of health insurance cards. Since having a My Number card is not mandatory, the government's explanations and public understanding will be essential. The government plans to incorporate the driver's license function into the My Number card by March 2025. Kono said the government is considering moving up the schedule. Officials are not planning to abolish the existing driver's licenses.
