Mobile ID Acceptance on iPhone with NM Verifier App
Frequently Asked Questions
How can businesses and organizations accept Mobile IDs?
Any business or organization that wishes to accept mobile IDs in person may:
- Download from the App Store the NM Verifier, which leverages Apple’s APIs.
Which devices can I use to accept mobile IDs?
iPhone XS or later.
Which operating systems can I use to accept mobile IDs?
iOS 17 or later.
Which mobile IDs can I accept?
Mobile IDs from Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Maryland, New Mexico, and Ohio.
How can I accept QR code presented mobile IDs?
From the initial scan UI, tap on the QR code button in the bottom right corner of the screen to bring up the QR code reader.
Can I accept Mobile IDs on other devices, such as iPad?
Businesses and organizations may only use supported identity verification apps on iPhones. iPad is not supported.
Do ID holders have to pay any fees to present their Mobile IDs?
ID holders do not have to pay any fees when presenting their mobile ID to a business or organization.
In which countries can businesses and organizations accept Mobile IDs?
Supported identity verification apps are available only in the US.
How is a mobile ID verified?
Using iPhone to accept mobile IDs follows the ISO 18013-5 standard, which leverages near field communication (NFC) or a QR code in order to establish a secure bluetooth connection between the ID holder’s compliant mobile device and the mobile ID reader.
How mobile IDs prevent pass backs?
Biometric authentication using Face ID and Touch ID helps make sure that only the person who added their ID to their iPhone can view and use their mobile ID.
Can I store information from mobile IDs?
The information requested is displayed in iOS system UI for in-person visual confirmation only. ID information cannot be stored.
Legal Disclaimer
ID in Apple Wallet is available in select states at select TSA checkpoints (travelers should refer to checkpoint signage to confirm availability). ID verifier is available at select merchants. Requires iPhone 8 or later with iOS 16.5 or later, or Apple Watch Series 4 or later with WatchOS 9.5 or later. For California, ID in Apple Wallet requires iPhone Xs or later with iOS 17.5 or later, or Apple Watch Series 4 or later with WatchOS 10 or later. See here for more details.