Birth certificates go digital for Aussies
Hundreds of thousands of NSW youth aged 16–21 can now securely access free digital birth certificates via the Service NSW app to verify identity for work and education.
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NSW launches digital birth certificates for young adults - The Indian Sun
Y oung people in New South Wales aged 16 to 21 can now access a Digital Birth Certificate, giving them a secure and convenient way to prove their identity. The state-wide service, available through the Service NSW app, meets international security standards and is designed to put more control in the hands of users. The initial rollout targets those holding a NSW photo card or driver licence, allowing young adults to use the digital certificate t…
New digital ID for NSW
The NSW Government has introduced a digital birth certificate, allowing eligible residents to access the document on their smartphones. After trialling the scheme in 2024, the digital document – the first-of-its kind in Australia – is now available statewide to people born in NSW who are aged 16 to 21 and hold a NSW photo card or driver licence. “I’m proud that NSW is the first place in Australia where young people across the state can carry the…
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