If you live in California, you may no longer need a wallet to store your physical identification. Apple announced last month that Golden State residents can now add a California driver’s license or state ID. apple wallet. If you need to show age or identification, you can show your license or state ID right away. iPhone or apple watch.
This is an expansion of the California DMV’s mobile driver’s license pilot program, which allows you to verify your identity at the airport without handing over your phone. Simply hold your device near the ID reader to pass through selected TSA checkpoints. No problem.
However, this requires a third-party application.
You can now do it through Apple Wallet instead, making it more seamless on your iPhone.
Here’s everything you need to know about how to add your driver’s license or state ID to Apple Wallet, where you can use your digital ID, and how to use it in person or online.
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How to add a California driver’s license or state ID to Apple Wallet on iPhone
Open the Wallet app on your iPhone and Plus (+) icon It’s on the top right. Then move on to the next Driver’s license or state ID and tap california mdl pilot.
Note: You can also add ID in Arizona, Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Maryland, and Ohio.
strike Continue You will be asked to scan both the front and back of your driver’s license or state ID. Do this by laying the physical card flat against a simple dark background in a well-lit area. If your card is in a dark place with a white background, your phone may have a hard time recognizing it.
Next, you will need to verify your identity through a facial scan. strike Continuing, Place your face within the frame and tap Let’s get started. You will be asked to perform various actions, such as opening your mouth, lowering your head, and closing your eyes. Perform each operation until your phone vibrates, which means the scan was successful. You will also need to take a selfie that will be used to match the photo on file to the DMV.
This process will only take a few minutes.
Finally, you can check information such as a photo of your driver’s license or ID and a photo of yourself. tap Continue and agree to the terms of use. All information is then sent to the DMV to verify your identity. Wallet will notify you when an update is available and your ID is added to your iPhone.
We will let you know how long it will take.
Where can I use my Apple Wallet driver’s license or ID?
Before we discuss how to use IDs, it’s good to know where you can use IDs.
Currently, you can use your Apple Wallet ID at some airports, businesses, and venues. This includes the following locations in California:
- Los Angeles International Airport
- san francisco international airport
- Circle K (currently only 5 stores, all in Sacramento)
- Bank of America Plaza (Downtown Los Angeles only)
- National Bank Plaza (Downtown Los Angeles only)
- apple store
Your digital ID will work to get you through TSA at LAX.
There are obviously limited places to use your digital ID in California right now, but it’s a great way to breeze through the airport without taking out your wallet, especially if you have your boarding pass on your phone.
In addition to your physical location, you can use your Apple Wallet ID to log into DMV’s online services. It can also be used in some apps such as Turo. And soon, it will also be available on Clear, Uber Eats, and MyChart.
How to use your driver’s license or ID with Apple Wallet
The driver’s license or state ID in your wallet can be used to prove your age when purchasing alcohol or to prove your identity when going through TSA at the airport. At the Apple Store, you can use your digital ID to pick up your order, reserve a Genius Bar, and more.
To view your digital ID, please visit: apple wallet and choose yours ID. You can then hold your iPhone or Apple Wallet close to the ID reader to see the requested information and authenticate using Face ID or Touch ID.
This is pretty much the same way you would pay for anything with Apple Pay.
If you’re using your Apple Wallet ID in an app on your phone, you’ll see one of the following buttons: Authenticate with Apple Wallet or Continue with Apple Wallet. You can then review the specific information requested and authenticate with Face ID or Touch ID.
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