Overview
- Federal Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger announced the start date during ZDF's Markus Lanz.
- At launch, the wallet will store the national ID, driver’s licence, vehicle registration and insurance cards.
- New documents are slated to be added in quarterly releases, including the health card, school certificates and the vaccination pass.
- Officials say the wallet will enable everyday tasks such as opening bank accounts and verifying age at checkout.
- The date replaces earlier guidance that targeted late 2026 or early 2027 with no specific day set.