This guide uses the official AusweisApp app name and Online-Ausweis (eID) authentication, verified from government sources.
Germany
3 minutes
easy
Driver's License
What You Need
- ✓Valid driver\'s license
- ✓National ID card already added to wallet
- ✓AusweisApp app with ID verification complete
Step-by-Step Instructions for Germany
Open AusweisApp
Tap \'Add Document\'
Select \'Driver\'s License\'
Choose import method: NFC (if chip-enabled) or Manual entry
If NFC: Place license on phone back, wait for scan
If Manual: Take photo of front and back, enter license number
Verify details are correct
Authenticate with biometric (Face ID/fingerprint) (using Online-Ausweis (eID))
Wait for government verification (instant to 24 hours depending on country)
Driver\'s license appears in wallet when verified
Troubleshooting
⚠️Common Issues & Solutions
If license not recognized: Ensure it\'s EU-issued and not expired
If photo quality poor: Use good lighting, hold steady, avoid glare
If verification pending: Check after 24 hours, some countries require manual review
If rejected: Contact your national driver licensing authority
Germany-specific help: If issues persist, contact AusweisApp support via https://www.ausweisapp.bund.de
Benefits
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