Do Aadhaar VIDs expire?

Do Aadhaar VIDs expire?


❌ No. Aadhaar Virtual IDs (VIDs) do not expire automatically. They remain valid indefinitely until you generate a new one, which immediately invalidates the old VID.

📅 VID Validity & Generation Rules

  • No preset expiry date → A VID stays valid until you replace it.
  • One active VID per Aadhaar → Only one VID is valid for each Aadhaar number at a time.
  • Regeneration allowed anytime → You can generate a new VID whenever you wish.
  • 24-hour cooldown → A new VID can only be generated once every 24 hours.

📝 Quick Summary

Constraint

Details

Automatic Expiry

❌ None — VID valid until replaced

Active VID Limit

✅ One valid VID per Aadhaar at a time

Regeneration

✅ Allowed anytime (with 24-hour cooldown)

Cooldown Period

⏱ Must wait 24 hours between VID generations

🎯 What You Can Expect

  • Flexibility: Continue using the same VID as long as you want.
  • Control: Regenerate anytime for extra privacy.
  • Security: Old VIDs are automatically invalidated when a new one is created.

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📞 Need Help?

For Aadhaar-related queries, visit the official UIDAI Help Center or call 1947 (UIDAI helpline).

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