isikukoodile

Isikukoodile, often translated as "personal identification code" or "personal identity number," is a unique alphanumeric identifier used in Estonia. It is assigned to every Estonian resident, including citizens and non-citizens residing in the country, upon their registration in the Estonian population register. The primary purpose of the isikukoodile is to facilitate identification and administration of individuals within various government and private sector systems.

The structure of the isikukoodile is designed to encode certain personal information. It consists of eleven digits. The first seven digits represent the date of birth in the format DDMMYYY. The eighth digit indicates the century of birth, with specific numbers assigned to different centuries. The ninth digit is a control digit, used to verify the validity of the code. The last two digits are a unique serial number assigned to individuals born on the same day.

The isikukoodile is essential for a wide range of activities in Estonia. It is used for accessing public services, such as healthcare, education, and social benefits. It is also required for opening bank accounts, obtaining employment, paying taxes, and voting. The widespread use of the isikukoodile streamlines administrative processes and ensures efficient data management. Privacy and data security surrounding the isikukoodile are governed by Estonian law, aiming to protect individuals' personal information.