SIM Card Registration with EUDI Wallet

Last updated: 1/29/2026Reading time: 1 min
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Telecommunications

The Problem

Buying SIM cards requires showing physical ID, photocopies, store visit - slow and privacy-invasive

The Solution

Purchase SIM online or in-store with instant EUDI Wallet verification - no photocopies needed

Benefits

Buy SIM cards online (no store visit)
Instant activation (vs manual verification delays)
No photocopies (privacy protected)
Cross-border SIM purchase (buy local SIM when traveling)
Fraud prevention (verified identity)

How It Works

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Order SIM card online or visit telecom store

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Telecom requests identity verification via EUDI Wallet

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Wallet shows request: Name, Date of Birth, Address

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Approve with biometric

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Telecom receives verified data instantly

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SIM activated immediately

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Start using phone service

What You Need

  • EUDI Wallet with ID credential
  • Proof of address credential (some countries require)
  • Telecom provider with EUDI Wallet integration

Privacy & Security

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Your Privacy is Protected

Telecom sees only data required by law for SIM registration. No unnecessary personal data collected.

Availability

Telecom providers must accept EUDI Wallet by Dec 2027 (mandatory for strong authentication). Pilots starting 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Sources

✓ Information verified against official sources (2/9/2026)

  1. [1]eIDAS 2.0 Use Cases
  2. [2]EUDI Wallet Pilots

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