Romania Carte de Identitate OCR Python SDK
Instantly extract data and MRZ from the latest Romanian IDs (Front & Back) using our native Python library.
Parsing Carte de Identitate Challenges
Parsing Romanian Carte de Identitate presents unique challenges. The documents often feature inconsistent print quality, especially on older cards. Furthermore, variations in layout across generations, handling dual-sided verification, and the presence of both Latin and Romanian-specific characters require robust OCR capabilities.
Why StructOCR for Romania
StructOCR's model is specifically trained on a large dataset of Romanian Carte de Identitate, ensuring high accuracy even with variations in print quality and layout. This advanced national id ocr capability facilitates efficient information parsing. Furthermore, it fully supports reading the Machine Readable Zone (MRZ) for rigorous global compliance and identity verification. Fully supports the latest Romanian ID card format, enabling seamless data extraction from both front and back sides, specifically optimized for the newest versions featuring the MRZ on the back. Our Python SDK simplifies the integration process, allowing you to extract data with just a few lines of code.
Common Use Cases in Romania
- Digital Onboarding: Verify users for Fintech apps in Romania.
- Telecom Registration: Automate SIM card registration with Carte de Identitate.
- Hotel Check-in: Speed up guest registration workflows.
Python SDK Integration
Install the SDK via pip: `pip install structocr`. Then use the following code.
Prerequisite: Python 3.6+ and `structocr` library installed.
from structocr import StructOCR
# Get 200 free credits:
# 👉 https://structocr.com/register
# Initialize with your API Key
client = StructOCR("YOUR_API_KEY_HERE")
def scan_romania_id():
# Note: Supports JPG, PNG, WebP (Max 4.5MB)
# Target: Carte de Identitate (Supports front, back, and latest MRZ version)
image_path = "romania_national_id_back.jpg"
try:
print(f"Scanning {image_path}...")
# The SDK handles file upload and API communication
# It automatically detects that this is a Romanian document
result = client.scan_national_id(image_path)
# Check success flag (SDK returns a dict matching the JSON response)
if result.get('success'):
data = result['data']
print("✅ Romania Extraction Successful!")
# Basic Identity
print(f"Region: {data.get('country_code')} (Series: {data.get('card_series')})")
print(f"Name: {data.get('given_names')} {data.get('surname')}")
print(f"ID Number: {data.get('document_number')}")
# Critical Field: Personal Identity Number (CNP/CPF/NIN)
print(f"Personal #: {data.get('personal_number')}")
# Demographics
print(f"DOB: {data.get('date_of_birth')} ({data.get('sex')})")
print(f"Address: {data.get('address')}")
# Machine Readable Zone (MRZ) - Found on the back of latest Romanian IDs
additional = data.get('additional_fields', {})
if additional.get('mrz_line_1'):
print("\n--- MRZ Data (Reverse Side) ---")
print(additional.get('mrz_line_1'))
print(additional.get('mrz_line_2'))
if additional.get('mrz_line_3'):
print(additional.get('mrz_line_3'))
else:
print(f"❌ Extraction Failed: {result.get('error')}")
except Exception as e:
# Handle SDK or Network errors
print(f"An error occurred: {e}")
if __name__ == "__main__":
scan_romania_id()Technical Specs
- •Latency: < 4s (Average)
- •Availability: Served from Cloudflare's global edge network
- •Security: AES-256 Encryption & SOC2 Compliant
- •Input: JPG, PNG, WebP (Max 4.5MB) — Supports Front & Back images
- •Output: JSON (Structured Data with MRZ support)
Key Features
- •Latest Romanian ID Support: Fully supports the newest Romanian ID cards, processing both front and back sides, with explicit capability for the reverse side containing the MRZ.
- •Native Script Support: Reads English and local characters.
- •MRZ Parsing: Accurately extracts and validates the Machine Readable Zone lines for cross-checking.
- •Blur Detection: Automatically rejects blurry images.
- •Fraud Check: Validates Carte de Identitate number format (CNP).
- •Smart Crop: Removes background noise automatically.
JSON Response Example
The SDK returns a Python dictionary matching this JSON structure.
{
"success": true,
"data": {
"type": "national_id",
"country_code": "ROU",
"nationality": "ROMÂNĂ",
"document_number": "123456",
"card_series": "RX",
"personal_number": "1900101123456",
"surname": "POPESCU",
"given_names": "ANDREI",
"sex": "M",
"date_of_birth": "1990-05-15",
"place_of_birth": "MUN. BUCUREȘTI",
"address": "Str. Mihai Eminescu nr. 10, Bl. A2, Sc. 1, Ap. 4, București",
"date_of_issue": "2020-01-01",
"date_of_expiry": "2030-01-01",
"issuing_authority": "SPCEP Sector 1",
"additional_fields": {
"phone_number": null,
"tramite_number": null,
"ejemplar": null,
"mrz_line_1": "IDROU123456<0<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<",
"mrz_line_2": "9005155M3001018ROU19001011234562",
"mrz_line_3": null
}
}
}Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Python SDK handle image uploads?
Yes, the SDK automatically handles base64 encoding and file uploads.
Is data stored?
Only briefly. Uploaded images and results are kept for at most 24 hours for quality spot-checks, then deleted.
How to handle errors?
The SDK result dictionary contains a 'success' boolean and an 'error' message if failed.
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