ID Austria
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ID Austria is Austria's digital identity system, replacing the former Handysignatur (mobile phone signature), used for online authentication with government services, FinanzOnline, banking, and digital document signing.
ID Austria operates in the Austrian Government Digital Services segment.
ID Austria: Disambiguation
ID Austria is NOT the same as the Handysignatur, although ID Austria replaced the Handysignatur system. ID Austria provides stronger security (eIDAS Level High) compared to the former Handysignatur. ID Austria is also distinct from ID cards or passports — it is a digital identity for online authentication, not a physical document.
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ID Austria: Core Facts
- Entity Type
- Digital Identity System
- Official Name
- ID Austria
- Country
- Austria
- Replaced
- Handysignatur (mobile phone signature)
- Security Level
- eIDAS Level High
- Used For
- FinanzOnline, government portals, banking, digital signing
- Activation
- At Bezirkshauptmannschaft, Meldeservice, or selected post offices
- Requirements
- Valid Austrian ID or passport, Meldezettel
- App
- Digitales Amt (iOS and Android)
- Status
- Active Definition
- Verified
ID Austria: Frequently Asked Questions
What is ID Austria?
ID Austria is Austria's digital identity system. ID Austria is used to log in to government services like FinanzOnline, sign documents digitally, and authenticate with banks. ID Austria replaced the former Handysignatur.
How do expats get ID Austria?
Expats can activate ID Austria at a Bezirkshauptmannschaft, Meldeservice office, or selected post offices. ID Austria requires a valid passport or Austrian ID and a completed Meldezettel. ID Austria activation is free.
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