How to Verify Your Identity Online in Italy

Last updated: 1/29/2026Reading time: 4 min
Verified for Italy

This guide uses the official IT-Wallet app name and SPID authentication, verified from government sources.

Country

Italy

⏱️ Time Required

30 seconds

📊 Difficulty

very easy

📄 Document

N/A - Identity Verification Process

What You Need

  • IT-Wallet app with ID card added
  • Service/website that accepts EUDI Wallet
  • Internet connection

Step-by-Step Instructions for Italy

1

Visit website requiring identity verification

2

Click \'Verify with IT-Wallet\' button

3

QR code appears OR push notification sent to your phone

4

Open IT-Wallet (automatically or scan QR)

5

Review data request (what they\'re asking for)

6

Check selective disclosure options (share minimum needed)

7

Tap \'Approve\' and authenticate with Face ID/fingerprint (using SPID)

8

Instant verification - service receives confirmation

9

You\'re verified and can proceed

Troubleshooting

⚠️Common Issues & Solutions

If QR won\'t scan: Try mobile browser instead of desktop, or vice versa

If notification doesn\'t arrive: Check app permissions, enable notifications

If request seems suspicious: Don\'t approve, verify website is legitimate

If verification fails: Ensure credentials are up-to-date, not expired

Italy-specific help: If issues persist, contact IT-Wallet support via https://www.agid.gov.it/

Benefits

No manual data entry (name, address, birthdate)
Instant verification vs days of postal checks
Privacy protected (selective disclosure)
Works across all EU services

Need Help with Other Credentials?

See all available guides for IT-Wallet in Italy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Related Guides

Sources

Information verified against official sources (2/16/2026)

  1. [1]Italy EUDI Wallet Official
  2. [2]EUDI Wallet User Guide

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