In select U.S. states, residents can add their driver’s license or state ID to the Apple Wallet app on the iPhone and Apple Watch, and then use it to display proof of identity or age at select airports and businesses, and in select apps. According to a new report and evidence within Apple’s code, the feature is set to expand to four more states.
A few days ago, North Carolina’s DMV announced that it plans to launch a mobile ID program later this year. As reported by WRAL, North Carolina residents will be able to set up a digital ID through a new NC Wallet app starting in December, with Apple Wallet, Google Wallet, and Samsung Wallet support to follow in “early 2027.”
Given that Apple Wallet IDs are not accepted by law enforcement and at many businesses, carrying a physical ID is still highly recommended.
“Your mobile ID is a valid form of identification in North Carolina,” the DMV said, in a FAQ on its website. “However, as retailers, restaurants and other businesses transition to mobile IDs, some may not be set up to accept them right away. For now, carrying your physical card gives you a backup when needed.”
According to code seen by MacRumors, Apple Wallet IDs are also coming to Oklahoma, Utah, and Virginia, but there is no timeframe for availability.
All in all, Apple Wallet IDs are coming to these four states:
- North Carolina
- Oklahoma
- Utah
- Virginia
The following 14 states already offer Apple Wallet IDs:
- Arizona (since March 2022)
- Maryland (since May 2022)
- Colorado (since November 2022)
- Georgia (since May 2023)
- Ohio (since July 2024)
- Hawaii (since August 2024)
- California (since September 2024)
- Iowa (since October 2024)
- New Mexico (since December 2024)
- Montana (since August 2025)
- North Dakota (since September 2025)
- West Virginia (since October 2025)
- Illinois (since November 2025)
- Arkansas (since May 2026)
The feature is also available in Puerto Rico.
Apple Wallet IDs are accepted at TSA checkpoints in more than 250 airports in the U.S. for domestic travel, and North Carolina’s DMV said this will include Charlotte Douglas International Airport and Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Travelers should refer to TSA signage to confirm availability of the feature.
To set up the feature, open the Wallet app on the iPhone and tap on the plus sign in the top-right corner. Next, tap on Driver’s License and ID Cards, select your state from the list, and follow the on-screen steps to complete the process.
This article, “Apple Wallet Driver’s License Feature to Launch in Four More U.S. States” first appeared on MacRumors.com
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