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Google Wallet for Android adds 11th digital state ID, first addition in 10 months

Ohio residents can now add their driver's licenses and IDs to Google Wallet, marking the first state addition in nearly a year.

By · Published August 31, 2026 at 19:28 UTC · Updated September 1, 2026 at 02:24 UTC

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The story so far

Ohio residents can now use Google Wallet to store their driver's licenses and state IDs on Android devices. The move follows a trend of states adopting mobile ID programs, with Ohio being the 11th state to integrate with Google Wallet.

The state's mobile ID program is now available on both iOS and Android platforms, according to coverage from Cleveland 19 News and Yahoo. The next steps for Google Wallet's digital ID program are unclear.

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The obvious questions

Which states have digital IDs in Google Wallet?

Ohio is the 11th state to add a digital ID to Google Wallet. Coverage does not yet specify the other states.

Is the Ohio Mobile ID available on iOS?

Yes, the Ohio Mobile ID is available on both iOS and Android platforms.

When was the last time a state added a digital ID to Google Wallet?

Ohio is the first state to add a digital ID to Google Wallet in nearly a year.

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