🇵🇱 Status: Version 2.0 Live, 3.0 In Development
mObywatel 2.0 currently operational with millions of users. Version 3.0 development underway by Ministry of Digital Affairs to add full eIDAS 2.0 compliance. Projecting 20 million users by 2031.
Verification Level: complete • Last Updated: 2026-01-29
Official Leadership & Implementation
Ministry of Digital Affairs (Ministerstwo Cyfryzacji)
The Ministry of Digital Affairs leads Poland digital transformation initiatives including mObywatel development. The ministry coordinates digital government services, cybersecurity, and digital identity infrastructure.
Ministry of Digital Affairs successfully launched and operates mObywatel 2.0, providing proven track record for version 3.0 EUDI Wallet development. The ministry coordinates with EU institutions on eIDAS 2.0 implementation.
Official Site: gov.pl/web/cyfryzacja
Ministry Digital Initiatives Track Record
Ministry of Digital Affairs has implemented multiple successful digital platforms:
- •mObywatel 2.0: Live with millions of users, digital documents
- •mDowód: Digital identity document integrated with mObywatel
- •Trusted Profile (Profil Zaufany): Government service authentication
- •GOV.PL Portal: Unified government services portal
mObywatel Evolution: 2.0 to 3.0
Building on Proven Platform
mObywatel 3.0 represents evolution of existing successful platform rather than new development from scratch. Version 2.0 operational experience provides foundation for smooth transition to EUDI Wallet compliance.
mObywatel 2.0 (Current)
- • Live and operational now
- • Millions of active users
- • Digital driver license
- • Vehicle registration
- • COVID certificates
- • mDowód integration
mObywatel 3.0 (In Development)
- • Full eIDAS 2.0 compliance
- • EU-wide interoperability
- • Verifiable credentials
- • Cross-border recognition
- • Expanded document types
- • Enhanced security features
Advantages of Evolutionary Approach
Evolving existing mObywatel 2.0 platform to version 3.0 provides significant advantages over building new wallet from scratch:
- ✓Existing User Base: Millions of mObywatel 2.0 users transition smoothly to 3.0 without new app installation
- ✓Proven Infrastructure: Backend systems, authentication, and document issuance already operational and tested
- ✓User Familiarity: Users already know mObywatel interface and workflows, reducing training requirements
- ✓Continuous Operation: Version 2.0 continues serving users during 3.0 development, no service interruption
mDowód Integration
Digital Identity Foundation
mDowód (mobile ID) is Poland digital identity document integrated with mObywatel app. It provides government-verified digital identification with legal equivalence to physical ID cards for many use cases.
mDowód Capabilities
- • Government-verified digital ID
- • Legal equivalence to physical ID
- • Authentication for government services
- • Age verification
- • Identity proof
mObywatel 3.0 Integration
- • mDowód as core identity credential
- • Authentication for wallet activation
- • Foundation for additional credentials
- • High level of assurance (LoA High)
- • Cross-border recognition
mDowód Usage Growth
Poland government actively campaigns to increase mDowód and mObywatel adoption, demonstrating commitment to digital identity infrastructure:
- •Public Awareness Campaigns: Government-funded campaigns promoting mObywatel and mDowód benefits to citizens
- •Service Expansion: Increasing number of government services accepting mDowód for authentication
- •Private Sector Adoption: Encouraging businesses to accept mDowód for age verification and identity proof
- •User Projection: Government projects 20 million mObywatel users by 2031 (over 50% of population)
Technical Architecture
mObywatel 2.0 Current Architecture
mObywatel 2.0 provides foundation architecture that version 3.0 will extend:
- •Mobile-First Design: Native iOS and Android apps providing optimized mobile experience
- •Document Storage: Secure storage for digital driver license, vehicle registration, health documents
- •QR Code Verification: QR codes for offline document verification by authorities
- •Government Integration: Direct integration with government registries and databases
mObywatel 3.0 Enhanced Architecture
Version 3.0 adds eIDAS 2.0 compliance features to existing platform:
- ✓ARF Compliance: EU Architecture Reference Framework implementation for cross-border interoperability
- ✓Verifiable Credentials: W3C Verifiable Credentials standard for credential issuance and verification
- ✓OpenID4VP/OpenID4VCI: Standard protocols for verifiable presentations and credential issuance
- ✓Selective Disclosure: Users control which attributes shared with relying parties
Architecture Comparison
| Feature | Poland mObywatel | Italy IT-Wallet | Belgium MyGov.be |
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Status | v2.0 Live, v3.0 dev | Active pilot | Live since May 2024 |
| User Base | Millions (targeting 20M by 2031) | 30M SPID users potential | Growing user base |
| Authentication | mDowód + Trusted Profile | SPID | eID or itsme |
| Implementation | Evolutionary (2.0→3.0) | New EUDI development | New EUDI development |
| Operational Experience | Years with v2.0 | Pilot phase | Since May 2024 |
Document Types & Services
Currently Available (mObywatel 2.0)
🚗 Driver License
Digital driver license valid for traffic controls. Police and traffic authorities can verify via QR code.
Status: Live, widely used and accepted
🚙 Vehicle Registration
Digital vehicle registration certificate. Proof of vehicle ownership and registration.
Status: Live, accepted by authorities
💉 COVID Certificates
Vaccination records and test results compatible with EU Digital COVID Certificate.
Status: Live, EU-wide recognition
📇 mDowód (Digital ID)
Mobile identity document with government verification. Legal equivalence to physical ID.
Status: Live, growing adoption
Planned for mObywatel 3.0
🚀 Additional Credentials Coming
mObywatel 3.0 will expand document types to meet full eIDAS 2.0 requirements:
- •Educational certificates and diplomas
- •Professional qualifications and licenses
- •Social security and healthcare credentials
- •Enhanced cross-border credentials
Security & Compliance
Polish Cybersecurity Standards
mObywatel implements Polish government cybersecurity requirements:
- ✓NASK Oversight: Coordination with NASK (Research and Academic Computer Network) for cybersecurity
- ✓Ministry Standards: Compliance with Ministry of Digital Affairs technical and security guidelines
- ✓GDPR Compliance: Full compliance with EU data protection regulations
- ✓Proven Security: mObywatel 2.0 operational security record provides foundation for 3.0
eIDAS 2.0 Compliance (mObywatel 3.0)
mObywatel 3.0 will implement all mandatory eIDAS 2.0 requirements:
High Level Authentication
mDowód provides LoA High per eIDAS 2.0 requirements
Cross-Border Recognition
Credentials valid across all 27 EU member states
Selective Disclosure
Users control which attributes shared with services
Open Source
Application code available under open source license
Deployment Timeline
mObywatel 2.0 Operational
Platform launched, millions of users, driver license and vehicle registration digital
mObywatel 3.0 Development
Version 3.0 development adding eIDAS 2.0 compliance features. Version 2.0 continues operation.
mObywatel 3.0 Launch
Version 3.0 public release with full EUDI Wallet compliance. smooth upgrade for existing users.
Scaling to 20 Million Users
Government campaigns and service expansion targeting 20 million users by 2031
Why Poland Approach Matters
🚀 Operational Platform
mObywatel 2.0 already serves millions of users with digital driver license, vehicle registration, and mDowód. Version 3.0 extends proven platform rather than starting from scratch.
Operational experience reduces risk of 3.0 launch issues. Users familiar with existing app transition smoothly to enhanced features.
👥 Growing User Base
Government actively campaigns for mObywatel adoption, projecting 20 million users by 2031 (over 50% of Polish population). Strong government commitment to digital identity.
User growth targets demonstrate Poland ambition for complete digital identity adoption, positioning mObywatel as primary citizen service platform.
🔐 mDowód Foundation
mDowód (mobile ID) provides government-verified digital identity with legal equivalence. Integration with mObywatel creates trusted foundation for wallet credentials.
mDowód adoption campaigns build digital identity familiarity, reducing 3.0 adoption friction when launched.
📱 Proven Document Types
Digital driver license and vehicle registration already widely accepted by police and authorities. Demonstrates capability to manage official credentials with legal validity.
Law enforcement and government agency acceptance of 2.0 credentials creates precedent for 3.0 expanded credential types.
mObywatel 3.0: Evolution of Proven Platform
Poland builds EUDI Wallet on operational mObywatel 2.0 foundation with millions of users. Evolutionary approach reduces launch risk while providing smooth user transition.