Google Wallet isn’t just about mobile payments; it’s envisioned as a full-fledged digital wallet that stores not only your payment methods but also documents like travel and event tickets, and even identification in some cases.
Which States Support Digital IDs in Google Wallet?
Source: Google
Currently, Google Wallet supports digital IDs in a limited number of US states. As of early 2024, six states allow users to add their driver’s license or state ID to the app:
- Arizona
- California
- Colorado
- Georgia
- Maryland
- New Mexico
Google has announced that users in Iowa and Ohio will be able to add their state-issued IDs to Wallet in the coming months, bringing the total to eight supported states by year-end.
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‘ID pass’ Digital Passports
Source: Google Play Store, Jörgen Berglund – unsplash
Google Wallet also supports digital IDs using your passport. However, these digital passports have stricter usage limitations compared to physical passports. Users in any US state can scan their passports into Google Wallet, but only specific airports accept these digital IDs for TSA screening.
