Policy

The Future of Digital Identity: eIDAS 2.0 Explained

March 18, 2026 · 12 min · Trusted Exchanges Team

Europe's next-generation digital identity framework and how it will reshape verification for every regulated platform.

What changes under eIDAS 2.0

The EU Digital Identity Wallet becomes the reference credential across member states, with strong assurance built in.

What it means for you

Expect more platforms to accept the wallet as the primary identity proof — with the traditional document flow remaining a fallback.

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