Google Wallet enables Android users to add digital driver’s licenses and state IDs for secure identity verification. Physical ID cards remain mandatory under U.S. regulations, even when using digital versions.[1][2]
Supported Jurisdictions
As of October 2025, Google Wallet on Android supports digital state IDs in ten U.S. jurisdictions:
| State | Availability Date |
|---|---|
| Arizona | October 2023[3][4] |
| California | August 2024[5][3] |
| Colorado | October 2023[6][3] |
| Georgia | October 2023[7][3] |
| Iowa | June 2025[3] |
| Maryland | December 2022[6][3] |
| Montana | August 2025[8][3] |
| New Mexico | December 2024[9][3] |
| North Dakota | October 2025[10] |
| Arkansas | October 2025[8] |
Upcoming support is slated for Ohio, Puerto Rico, and West Virginia, based on official announcements.[7][8]
Adding a Digital ID
- Use an Android 9 or later device with a secure lock screen, Bluetooth, and Nearby Devices enabled.[1]
- Open Google Wallet and tap Add to Wallet.
- Select ID card, then Driver’s license or state ID.
- Choose your issuing state and follow prompts to photograph your card and record a short facial verification video.
Submissions are reviewed by the issuing authority. Approved digital IDs appear below payment methods in Wallet and can be rearranged or removed via myaccount.google.com > Personal Info > Manage IDs.[11][1]
Using Digital IDs at TSA Checkpoints
Digital IDs are accepted at TSA checkpoints equipped with NFC or QR-code readers. After tapping or scanning, users review shared data and authenticate with their device lock screen. Participating airports include JFK, LAX, ATL, DEN, and SFO, among others listed on the TSA digital ID map.[12][13][5]
Third-Party and Future Uses
Many apps and websites now accept digital IDs for identity and age verification. On mobile, Wallet prompts let users share only necessary attributes (e.g., proof of age). Desktop verification uses QR-code scanning.[14]
Future expansions include:
- DMV services in supported states for streamlined transactions.[7]
- Amazon account recovery and online health portals such as CVS and MyChart.[2][7]
- Profile verification on platforms like Uber.[7]
- Zero-Knowledge Proof technology for selective attribute sharing without revealing full personal data.[3][7]
U.S. Passport as REAL ID
U.S. passport holders can create a REAL ID pass in Google Wallet to meet TSA requirements for domestic travel:
- Tap Add to Wallet > ID pass.
- Photograph the passport information page and scan its NFC security chip.[2]
- Record a short facial verification video.
This digital passport ID is valid only for domestic TSA screening and requires retaining the physical passport.[14][2]
Security and Privacy
Digital IDs in Google Wallet use encryption and secure element storage on the device. All data sharing requires user consent at the system level. Zero-Knowledge Proof ensures that only requested attributes are disclosed without linking back to the user’s full identity.[3][7]
