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The End of Physical National ID Cards: 'My Identity Wallet' Replaces Sanctioned Chips

3w ago October 7, 2026 1 min read 📰 ISNA
📋 Key Takeaway

The Iranian government is transitioning from physical national ID cards to a digital solution called 'My Identity Wallet' due to past challenges in obtaining necessary technology. This shift aims to streamline digital identity verification processes in government services. It reflects a broader move towards digitalization amid ongoing sanctions.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The shift to 'My Identity Wallet' signifies Iran's move towards digital governance.

👥 Key Players

Director General of Civil Registration in Yazd Province ACTOR
Director General
"pointed to the technical and sanction-related challenges in supplying chips."

⚡ Actions

Director General of Civil Registration in Yazd Province ANNOUNCE My Identity Wallet
"'My Identity Wallet' as a new strategy of this organization to eliminate dependence on physical cards."
Confidence: 90%

📰 What Happened

Iran announces 'My Identity Wallet' to replace physical national ID cards amid chip supply challenges.

  • Director General of Civil Registration in Yazd Province announce My Identity Wallet

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: Because it reduces reliance on physical infrastructure amid sanctions.
🌍 Regional: Because it may influence digital governance trends in neighboring countries.
🌐 International: Because it reflects Iran's adaptation to sanctions through technology.

📚 Background

The shift to 'My Identity Wallet' signifies Iran's move towards digital governance.

📝 Key Evidence

"'My Identity Wallet' as a new strategy of this organization to eliminate dependence on physical cards."
→ This proves the initiative to digitize identity verification.
📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 80%
ISNA is a state-run news agency, likely to reflect government perspectives.

The Director General of Civil Registration in Yazd Province pointed to the technical and sanction-related challenges in supplying chips for smart national ID cards over the past years, announcing the operationalization of 'My Identity Wallet' as a new strategy of this organization to eliminate dependence on physical cards and facilitate the process of digital identity verification at electronic government portals.

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Translated from the original and edited for English readers. View original source →

Translation confidence: 85%

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