Start of regular operations of ID Austria
Regular operations of ID Austria will start on 5 December 2023
- The pilot phase of ID Austria (and thus the parallel operation of mobile signature and ID Austria) ends on December 4, 2023.
- From this day onwards, ID Austria will be required instead to log in to web and app services for which the mobile phone signature could previously be used.
- Users of a mobile signature must convert their signature to an ID Austria in order to continue using services. This can be done easily and conveniently via an online process.
What does this mean for current users of the mobile signature?
- When logging in for the first time with a mobile signature from December 5, 2023, users will be automatically guided through the necessary steps to switch over.
What does this mean for current ID Austria users?
- This means no changes for ID Austria users. They will retain all functions and their login credentials.
How does the switch work?
The switch to ID Austria takes place in two steps.
- The switch to ID Austria with basic function enables the same range of functions as the mobile signature and will be carried out automatically when registering from December 5, 2023.
- For the upgrade to ID Austria with full functionality – with its new features such as ID cards on smartphones – there are two different variants. The decisive factor is whether the original issuance of the mobile signature was carried out through official registration (and thus official identification).
- Was the mobile phone signature officially registered (e.g. via Magistrat, FinanzOnline), she can at any time online to ID Austria with full functionality can be upgraded by entering the document number of a valid Austrian passport or identity card. The upgrade will be offered as a second step in the transition to ID Austria with basic functionality.
- Was the mobile phone signature not officially registered (e.g. via A1, post office), for the upgrade to the full functionality of the ID Austria a Administrative procedure necessary.
The ID Austria pilot phase ends on December 4, 2023. What will happen until then?
- During the pilot phase, mobile signature and ID Austria will be operated in parallel.
- Users of the mobile signature can switch over before the end of the pilot phase by clicking on the link “Switch from mobile signature to ID Austria” in the registration form.
Don’t have an ID Austria yet?
- The issuance of an ID Austria has been possible since the start of the pilot phase. This requires a visit to a Registration authority necessary. For foreign nationals the following Registration authorities Alternatively, an ID Austria card can be issued when a new passport or identity card is issued.
Stages of ID Austria
ID Austria with basic function
The basic function of the ID Austria contains all the features of the mobile signature. Signatures using SMS - TAN are still possible. The mobile signature can be transferred to the ID Austria with basic functionality. The login data and the Validity period of the mobile signature. Please note that the change to ID Austria with full functionality must be completed before the validity expires, otherwise a new registration is necessary.
Switching from mobile signature to ID Austria with basic function
ID Austria with full function
The full function of the ID Austria In addition to the functions of the mobile phone signature, it also opens up new application possibilities, such as e.g. the ID function on the smartphone and the EU -wide recognition. For security reasons, the registration of the ID Austria with full functionality, an official identity verification is necessary. (Exception: If you already have a mobile signature or ID Austria with basic function, the has been officially registered , this can be done directly via Online switch to the ID Austria with full functionality). The login data and the validity period of the mobile signature are adopted, but this can on-line under “ My ID Austria manage “ can be extended.
Signatures via SMS - TAN are in full function of the ID Austria no longer supported.
If you have a ID Austria with basic function, complete the registration by clicking on the full function of the ID Austria If your identity has already been officially verified, you can upgrade your account directly in the App “Digital Office” using Complete the online process . Otherwise, you will need to visit a Registration authority required.
When you apply for a new passport or identity card with the authorities, you will be offered the option of completing the official part of the ID Austria registration process directly. However, you can also opt out. An overview of all registration options can be found at Registration overview .
What is the ID Austria ?
With the ID Austria You can prove your identity to digital applications and services. Your ID Austria (electronic identity) is therefore your key to secure digital Services .
ID Austria is a further development of the mobile signature and citizen card. It can be used in a variety of ways in the government environment and beyond in the future. With your ID Austria you can continue to contact all Services that offer registration with mobile signature.
One ID Austria. Endless applications.
200 digital applications are already available, and the number is growing. With your digital ID, you can use applications from various government agencies and businesses. New services are being added continuously.
Digital government services:
You can use digital official channels directly with the App "Digital Office" or via the website oesterreich.gv.at, around the clock. Complete selected official procedures conveniently online, such as e.g. Registration and deregistration of your primary residence. You can find all digital official services at a glance under Online Services .
Numerous digital E - Government applications on usp .gv.at available.
Electronic signature:
Sign digital documents easily online . The electronic signature is equivalent to a handwritten signature and can be used throughout Europe (for exceptions, see Section 4 of the Signature and Trust Services Act ).
With the ID Austria you can, as with the mobile phone signature, e.g. contracts, invoices, terminations or forms (in PDF format) and forward it electronically. The recipient can easily verify the signature. For more information, see PDF signature .
Electronic Post Office:
With electronic delivery, official documents land in an electronic mailbox instead of a letterbox. Citizens can receive their messages 24/7, regardless of location. on-line Whether it's a criminal record extract or a registration form, electronic delivery makes sending and retrieving important documents even more convenient and, of course, strictly confidential. Further details can be found at Electronic delivery .
Digital IDs:
ID Austria is the basis for the digital ID platform and numerous other applications. With the help of the ID In Austria, ID cards such as driver's licenses can be presented on a smartphone. This option will initially only be available in Austria.
Important: The ID Austria does not replace any travel document when crossing a border.
Source: oesterreich.gv.at
