ID.gov.pt App Equals Legal Status with Physical Documents

ID.gov.pt App Equals Legal Status with Physical Documents

Other countries have done it, Portugal is next: access your personal data online and identify yourself legally through an app!

ID.gov.pt App Granted Equal Legal Weight as Physical Documents

In recent legal developments, the id.gov.pt mobile application now holds the same legal weight as physical documents. This change stems from a legislative amendment to Law 19-A/2024, indicating that documents within the app are presumed to be equivalent to their physical counterparts in terms of legal and conclusive value.

“Works as expected. Had some trouble adding the DUA document, but after a couple of errors it worked.”

Google App Store Review 5/5 Stars

Download The ID.gov.pt App

The id.gov.pt app is available both on Google Play and the Apple Store. Even though the low review score is raising doubt about the reliability, the app claims to introduce a convenient way for users to manage their identification documents using their mobile phones. This functionality extends to saving, consulting, and sharing various documents, such as the Citizen Card, Driving License, Single Automobile Document, and ADSE health card.

ID.gov.pt App in Google Play Store
ID.gov.pt App in Google Play Store

“Can't remove biometrics from sign-in options; Can't add cards:The process always fail at some point.. High latency!”

Google App Store Review 1/5 Stars

Digital Mobile Key For Authentication

One key feature of the ID.gov.pt app is the authentication process, which relies on the Digital Mobile Key. This ensures the security and validity of the documents presented within the application. With this innovation, the app becomes a reliable platform for individuals to access and utilize their essential identification documents, simplifying processes and offering a digital alternative to traditional physical documentation.

Source: Diário de Notícias Madeira

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