🇫🇷 Status: Live and Scaling
France Identité graduated from pilot phase in 2025 and is currently live on App Store and Google Play. The Ministry of Interior is scaling the system from pilot users to 5 million users by end of 2026.
Verification Level: Full • Last Updated: 2026-01-29
Official Leadership & Implementation
Ministry of Interior (Ministère de l\\'Intérieur)
The Ministry of Interior leads France Identité implementation. The ministry oversees both physical identity documents (national ID cards, passports) and digital identity infrastructure, ensuring consistency between physical and digital credentials.
Official Site: france-identite.gouv.fr
ANSSI - Security Oversight
ANSSI (Agence nationale de la sécurité des systèmes d\\'information) is France national cybersecurity agency. ANSSI provides security standards, performs security audits, and validates cryptographic implementations for France Identité.
ANSSI equivalent role to Germany BSI - both are national cybersecurity authorities establishing technical security requirements for their countries EUDI Wallets.
ANSSI: ssi.gouv.fr
Technical Architecture
Cloud-Based Credential Storage
France Identité implements cloud-based credential storage architecture:
- •Cloud Storage: User credentials stored in secure cloud infrastructure, accessible from any device after authentication
- •Device Independence: Users can access wallet from multiple devices without manual credential transfer
- •Backup & Recovery: Automatic backup eliminates risk of credential loss from device failure or loss
- •Encryption: Credentials encrypted at rest and in transit per ANSSI standards
Architecture Comparison
| Feature | France Identité | Germany AusweisApp |
|---|---|---|
| Storage Model | Cloud-based | Signed credential with cloud support (C-Prime) |
| Device Independence | ✓ Native - credentials in cloud | Optional - via cloud backup |
| Launch Status | Live now, scaling to 5M users | Early 2027 planned |
| Security Oversight | ANSSI | BSI |
| Open Source | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes (OpenCoDE GitLab) |
FranceConnect Integration
Building on Proven Foundation
France Identité builds on FranceConnect, France existing digital identity authentication system that has been operational since 2016. FranceConnect already connects citizens to government services and private sector partners.
FranceConnect Heritage
- • 8+ years operational experience
- • Millions of existing users
- • Proven authentication infrastructure
- • Public & private sector integration
France Identité Adds
- • eIDAS 2.0 compliance
- • EU-wide interoperability
- • Verifiable credentials
- • Mobile-first wallet
Security Standards & Compliance
ANSSI Requirements
France Identité implements ANSSI (National Agency for Security of Information Systems) security requirements:
- ✓Cryptographic Standards: ANSSI-approved cryptographic algorithms for all security operations
- ✓Security Audits: Regular security audits and penetration testing conducted under ANSSI oversight
- ✓Data Protection: Full GDPR compliance with ANSSI data protection guidelines
- ✓Incident Response: CERT-FR (Computer Emergency Response Team France) integration for security incident handling
eIDAS 2.0 Compliance
France Identité implements all mandatory eIDAS 2.0 requirements:
User Authentication
High level of assurance (LoA High) authentication via FranceConnect
Cross-Border Recognition
Credentials valid across all 27 EU member states
Selective Disclosure
Users control which attributes to share with relying parties
Open Source
Application code available under open source license
Deployment & Scaling Strategy
Current Status: Live & Scaling
Graduated from Pilot Phase
France Identité completed pilot testing in 2025 and graduated to production deployment. The app is live on both App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android).
Current Phase: Scaling from pilot to mass deployment
Target: 5 million users by end of 2026
Availability: Available to all French residents now
Download: App Store & Google Play
Rollout Timeline
FranceConnect Foundation
FranceConnect operational, millions of users, government & private sector integration
Pilot Phase
France Identité pilot testing with selected user groups
Production Launch
Graduated from pilot, live on App Store & Google Play
Mass Scaling
Scaling to 5 million users by December 2026 (eIDAS 2.0 deadline)
Mandatory Acceptance
Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs) must accept France Identité
Why France Approach Matters
🚀 First Mover Advantage
France is one of the first EU countries with a live, publicly available EUDI Wallet. Early launch provides real-world operational experience ahead of the December 2026 regulatory deadline.
Live deployment allows France to identify and resolve issues before mass rollout, positioning France as a leader in EU digital identity implementation.
🏗️ Building on FranceConnect
France Identité builds on 8+ years of FranceConnect operational experience. The existing user base and proven infrastructure provide a significant head start over countries starting from scratch.
Integration with established FranceConnect ecosystem means existing government services and private sector partners can adopt France Identité with minimal friction.
🔒 ANSSI Security Heritage
ANSSI oversight ensures France Identité meets rigorous national cybersecurity standards. ANSSI reputation and track record provide confidence in the security architecture.
ANSSI operates CERT-FR (Computer Emergency Response Team France), giving France Identité access to national cybersecurity incident response capabilities.
📱 Cloud-First Approach
Cloud-based credential storage provides device independence and automatic backup. Users can access credentials from any device without manual transfer or recovery procedures.
Cloud architecture simplifies user experience compared to device-local storage approaches, potentially accelerating user adoption.
France Identité: Ready Today
Unlike many EU countries still in development, France Identité is live and available for download now. French residents can start using the EUDI Wallet today.