The Social Security System of the Philippines or SSS has warned the public on scams regarding the application for the Unified Multi-Purpose Identification or UMID card . A text scam has been reported to SSS by concerned citizens, wherein the unknown senders offer assistance to expedite or speed up the processing of their UMID card application […] The Unified Multi-Purpose Identification ( UMID ) card is accepted as a valid ID in most transactions in the Philippines, making it one of the most powerful IDs in the country. But unlike getting a passport, the UMID card application is much simpler and easier even for fresh college graduates who are starting out in their first job. CONTINUE READING Did you apply for a UMID Card ? Do you want to know the status of your application? Follow these easy steps for SSS UMID Card Online Inquiry. The Unified Multi-Purpose Identification ( UMID ) card is accepted as a valid ID in most transactions in the Philippines, making it one of the most powerful IDs in the country.