Spanish citizens can now identify themselves with smartphone

As of today, April 2, 2026, Spanish citizens can identify themselves using only their smartphones and an internet connection, no longer needing a physical ID card.

Digital id makes strides in citizen-state relations

This long-awaited milestone marks a significant step forward in the relationship between citizens and public administrations. While banks and transportation companies have been leveraging digital formats for years, identification processes requiring personal information have lagged behind.

However, there are still some scenarios where the physical ID card will be required, such as voting, entering a country by air or land, and identifying oneself in foreign nations.

On the other hand, the digital ID card is now accepted in numerous situations, including administrative processes, age verification, hotel check-ins, event ticket purchases, and signing legal documents.