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New Zealand to enable digital ID credentials, age checks via Govt.nz app wallet

New Zealand to enable digital ID credentials, age checks via Govt.nz app wallet

2026-03-23  Ian Fleming

The first digital credential to be issued in the wallet is the Kiwi Access Card, previously known as the 18+ Card, which is used for proving age in New Zealand. The Department of Internal Affairs is currently working on this task with industry organization Hospitality New Zealand, which manages the card. Digital driver’s licenses are also expected to be added once the Regulatory Systems (Transport) Amendment Bill is passed. The Govt.nz app was launched in December last year, Its use will remain voluntary.


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