Confirmed: this is the new digital alternative for presenting the driver's license in the United States

The Government of the United States has taken a decisive step towards the digitization of one of the most important documents for its citizens: the driver's license. From now on, all states in the country will issue driver's licenses in a virtual form, allowing drivers to carry this essential document on their mobile phones.

This initiative aims to simplify the process, avoid the physical loss of the license, and offer a more practical and modern alternative for citizens.

Although the physical document remains valid, the possibility of having it in digital format will be an option for those who wish to always carry it with them without worrying about losing it. To do this, drivers must register in the system and complete their personal information, which must be approved by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). This measure will also allow users to access the Real ID, a key document for identification in the United States.

Which states are adopting the new digital license?

Over the past few weeks, several states in the U.S. have begun implementing the digital format of the driver's license, and the trend is only growing. Among the first to adapt is New York, which has already opened the process for citizens to apply for their virtual license.

According to the Biometric portal, over 200,000 people are waiting for the authorization to use their digital license. Other states, such as Arkansas, have also joined the initiative, while Texas is still finalizing details on how the implementation will proceed.

It should be clarified that this modification does not imply the disappearance of the physical card issued by the DMV. The idea is to offer drivers the option to download their driver's license in digital format, but those who prefer can continue using their physical version, which remains valid.

The app to get the digital driver's license

In order to have the digital driver's license on their cell phone, residents of New York, on the other hand, will need to download the New York Mobile ID (MiD) app, which is already in development. This application will allow drivers to register their digital license and carry it on their mobile phone securely.

However, this will not be the only available application, as the U.S. government is working on a common platform for all states, named Mobile ID.

Authorities have ensured that the system will have a high level of security to protect the drivers' personal data. This is especially relevant, as the digital driver's license will not only serve to verify the identity of users, but can also be used for other important procedures, such as obtaining the Real ID, which is necessary for traveling on domestic flights, among other uses.

A change that makes life easier for drivers

The possibility of having the driver's license in digital form represents a significant advance for drivers in the United States. In addition to offering a more comfortable and accessible alternative, this change also reflects a growing trend towards the digitization of important documents worldwide.

While there are still states in the process of implementation, the adoption of the digital license is rapidly gaining ground. Over time, this measure could be extended to other official documents, making administrative procedures faster, safer, and easier to handle from a cell phone.

*This article has been automatically translated using artificial intelligence