mDowód can be used similarly to a physical ID for many official purposes, including at banks and with notaries.
Dariusz Standerski, Poland’s Deputy Minister of Digital Affairs, confirmed that mDowód holds the same legal status as a traditional ID card and has its own unique identifier.
However, traditional paper and plastic IDs are still required for specific tasks, such as applying for a new ID card or crossing international borders.
Meanwhile, the European Union is developing a framework to enable digital IDs, like mDowód, to be recognized across borders within the EU, a process expected to take around two years.
Designed with advanced security features, mDowód includes a Polish flag animation and a live clock display to help prevent forgery.
Once set up, it functions without internet access, and official information can be verified via QR codes within the mObywatel mobile application.
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Source: PAP