Overview

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Official UC San Diego ID cards are available to campus affiliates. The current cost for a new or replacement ID card is $25.00 (subject to change).

 

Payment Options

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• Department Funding: You must provide the Chart of Accounts (COA) information on your request form. This includes a Project Number (7 digits), Task Number (1–3 digits), and Funding Source (7 digits).
  • Note: A Funding Source is different from a 5-digit Fund Number.
• Self-Funding: You may pay individually using a debit or credit card via the Campus Cards Office eMarket.

 

Requesting Your First ID Card

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1. Complete the Form
   Fill out the Campus Card Request Form with your personal details.
   • Affiliate Section: Complete your name, department, start/end dates, and classification.
   • Authorization Section: Your department supervisor or HR representative must sign the bottom of the form and provide the COA payment information.
2. Prepare Your Photo
   Your photo must meet these requirements:
   • Plain, white background with even lighting.
   • Color photo facing forward (no hats, sunglasses, or masks).
   • File format: .jpg or .png.
3. Submit
   Email your completed form and photo to campuscards@ucsd.edu. Our office will reply with instructions on when and where to pick up your card.

 

Requesting a Replacement ID Card

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If your card is lost, stolen, or damaged, you do not need to email a photo unless you wish to update it.

1. 1. Submit Request: Complete the online ID Card Replacement Request Form. 
   2. Approval: Once authorized by your department or payment is confirmed, you will receive an email notification.
   3. Pickup: Visit the Campus Cards Office during business hours to collect your card.