Do I need a new ID card or civilian registration card because of the 2026 UK/EU Treaty arrangements for Gibraltar?
Short answer
No. Unless your current Gibraltar identity card (red) or civilian registration card (blue, magenta, or green) is due for renewal, you do not need to apply for a new card. Your current cards will prove your treaty entitlements from day one. In future, new residence permits will replace the different colour cards, but no action is needed now.
Detailed answer
No. Unless your Gibraltar identity card (the red ID card) or your civilian registration card (blue, magenta or green) is coming up for renewal, there is, for the time being, no need to apply for any new card because of the treaty arrangements. Your current cards will be able to prove that you are entitled to the benefits granted under the treaty and you will not be left in a position where you will not be able to enjoy those benefits on day one of the treaty entering into force. In future, new residence permits will replace the different colour civilian registration cards. However, for the time being, the public need not take any steps in relation to this.