Create your Digital ID
When you’re ready, simply choose an accredited organisation to create your Digital ID.
Currently, you can create a Digital ID to access government services using the Australian Government’s myGovID app. Soon, you will be able to create a Digital ID to access government services using other ID providers.
To get started you will need to:
- be at least 15 years old
- have an email address or mobile phone number that only you use
- have a smartphone or smart device
- download the myGovID app
- prepare documents that help verify who you are such as your passport, driver licence, birth certificate or Medicare card.
- choose which ID strength you want to set up. The online service you want to access determines the minimum ID strength you'll need.
To create your Digital ID, you will need to visit the myGovID website.
Digital ID is voluntary
Creating and using a Digital ID is voluntary – it’s up to you.
The Digital ID Act 2024 ensures all Commonwealth government services have another way for you to access the services. It also ensures that their are alternative ways to verify your ID that don’t disadvantage those who don’t want to use a Digital ID.
Businesses who join the Australian Government Digital ID System in future will also be expected to offer individuals other ways to access their service. Businesses can apply to the ACCC for approval to require a Digital ID from their customers but this will be limited circumstances, such as being a small online business with no shopfront.
