Virginia Mobile ID

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Virginia DMV has officially launched the Virginia Mobile ID. Carrying your ID just got more convenient, more secure and much less stressful. You’ll love the peace of mind of always having your ID by your side. Virginia Mobile ID is a digital option of a valid state-issued driver's license or ID card. It’s free to obtain and can be set up from anywhere. Your Virginia Mobile ID is a companion to your physical ID, and you’ll still need to carry a physical ID with you. In many cases, it can stay in your wallet, and your phone can do the work of verifying your identity. Advancing Virginia DMV's mission of "Always Driving Forward," Virginia Mobile ID is built for today’s digital world. After years of planning and testing, Virginia Mobile ID puts you in control—without compromising security or simplicity. Key Benefits Convenient: • Always with you on your phone • Fast, contactless and easy to use • Set up in minutes, from anywhere • Once downloaded, no cell signal needed • Free, no cost to download or maintain • Shows your REAL ID status • Available soon on all digital wallets Secure: • Built-in security features to keep your identity safe and prevent fraud • You choose what information to share • Your data is not stored, tracked or shared • Unique encryption means screenshots are rejected • Your phone stays in your hands The more Virginians download and use Virginia Mobile ID, the more businesses and organizations will start accepting the technology. The future of Virginia Mobile ID is in your hands.