From today, 23 October 2024, the launch phase of the digital driving license in Italya significant step towards the digitalisation of identity documents. This news will concern initially 50,000 peoplewho will be able to upload their license to theIT Walletthe digital wallet, via the IO app.
In addition to the driving license, it will also be possible to enter the health card and the European Disability Charter. This service will expand to 250,000 users since November 6thto then be accessible to all from December 4thwhen the testing phase will end.
The digital driving license will have value legal for those who receive an invitation via the IO app. These users will be able to show the document to the police in case of checks. It is important to note, however, that Physical documents will continue to be required for travel abroadwhile it is expected that the digital driving license can also be used in European Union countries starting from 2026.
A digital identity wallet will soon be created for all citizens of the European Union
To obtain the digital driving license, interested parties will have to download the IO app and authenticate using your SPID (Public Digital Identity System) or the Electronic Identity Card (CIE). After completing the authentication process, users will be able to follow the instructions to generate their digital driving license directly from their mobile device.
This initiative is part of a broader European program that aims to create a digital identity wallet (EUDI) for all citizens of the European Union, with the aim of guaranteeing a secure and accessible identification system by 2026. The Italian digital wallet was introduced by Legislative Decree 19 of 2024, in line with the 2024 European Regulation /1183 eIDAS2.
In the future, citizens will be able to benefit from a unified system for managing their digital documents, which will not only simplify access to public services, but It will also make your daily life easierallowing you to carry important documents such as your driving license, health card and more with you in digital format.
