Account Identifier
Cessation Of Usage Of NRIC As Identifier
As part of SPC’s commitment to complying with the Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) Singapore’s advisory guidelines on NRIC numbers, SPC will remove the use of partial NRIC numbers as account identifiers with effect from 1 October 2026.
From 1 October 2026, all members can no longer retrieve their membership at the cashier using his/her account identifier (DDMMYYNNN – Date Month Year of Birth and Last 3 Digits of NRIC number).
To continue enjoying a seamless membership verification process during payment, all members are strongly encouraged to register for the SPC+ App by 30 September 2026.
For enquiries please contact us at: 1800 477 1800 or email us at spc_cust_svc@spc.com.sg.
Frequently Asked Questions
In line with the Personal Data Protection Commission’s (PDPC) guidance on the use of NRIC numbers, SPC will stop using account identifiers containing partial NRIC numbers. Customers are encouraged to register for the SPC+ App by 30 September 2026 or use their existing physical membership card to continue enjoying their membership benefits.
From 1 October 2026, you cannot retrieve your membership at the cashier using your account identifier (DDMMYYNNN). If you have not registered for the SPC+ App and do not have your existing physical membership card with you, you will not be able to enjoy your SPC membership privileges for that transaction.
Yes, you may continue using your physical SPC&U card or your PDVL/TDVL sticker. However, we strongly recommend transferring your membership to the SPC+ app to enjoy greater convenience and exclusive app benefits.
Until 30 September 2026, you can register for the SPC+ app and link your existing membership using your membership number and account identifier (DDMMYYNNN).
Your membership number is printed at the bottom of your SPC transaction receipt. Use this number together with your account identifier (DDMMYYNNN) to link your membership to the SPC+ app before 30 September 2026.