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Inclusive access

Prove who you are, even if you don’t have a driver’s licence or passport.

Trusted digital credentials help more people access the services, opportunities and experiences they need, using the ID they already have.

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You can access the service with the credential you chose.
Name Taylor MorganShared
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How it could work

  1. 1

    Choose a trusted ID option

    You select a credential that verifies who you are, such as a Government-issued digital ID, student ID, community ID or other trusted option.

  2. 2

    See what’s being shared

    You can see the information being requested, for example your name and confirmation that you’re over 18, and choose to share it.

  3. 3

    Present it

    You present your credential using your phone, for example by tapping, showing a QR code or completing an online check.

  4. 4

    It’s verified

    The service checks that your credential is genuine and meets their requirements, without needing a physical driver’s licence or passport.

  5. 5

    You’re in

    Once verified, you can access the service, opportunity or experience.

Why it matters

More opportunities

Helps more people access essential services, education, work and everyday experiences.

Fewer barriers

Provides a trusted way to prove who you are, even without a driver’s licence or passport.

More control

You choose what to share and keep your information private and secure.

Other real-world examples

Open a bank account

Access financial services using a trusted digital credential.

Enrol in education or training

Prove who you are to enrol at a school, university or training provider.

Apply for a job

Verify your identity during recruitment or onboarding.

Access events and venues

Prove who you are to enter age-restricted events or venues.

Developed through the Trusted Credentials Adoption Group.

Where you can do this

Wallets, issuers, verifiers and advisers taking part in this use case.

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Aotearoa Life

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A personal wallet app for holding and sharing verifiable credentials, available on Android and ClearPHONE.

Where: Nationwide, Online