The WA Government has announced plans to deliver a digital driver licence in a new ServiceWA digital wallet. This supports the delivery of secure, easy-to-use digital services designed around people.
ServiceWA digital wallet
The ServiceWA digital wallet will make it easier to access government services, present credentials digitally and share only the information required for each transaction.
It will support stronger security and privacy settings and enable higher‑assurance transactions that require stronger identity checks, such as a working with children check.
Digital driver licence
A digital driver licence is a digital version of your physical driver licence that you can access from the ServiceWA digital wallet. That way you'll always have it when you carry your phone.
The digital driver licence offers a secure and convenient way to carry and use your licence through the ServiceWA digital wallet. You won’t need to carry a physical card or worry about losing it, your licence will be available when you need it, all in one place.
It helps make everyday tasks easier by reducing paperwork, such as filling in forms or providing photocopies for identification. You’ll also have greater control over your personal information by choosing to share only what’s needed for a specific situation, like proving your age.
By making it simpler to verify your identity across services, the digital driver licence saves time and reduces the need to visit service centres.
Using a digital driver licence is optional. You can continue using your physical driver licence if you prefer.
When will the digital driver licence and digital wallet be available?
The ServiceWA digital wallet is currently in development.
A trial is planned for early 2027 to ensure it is secure, reliable and easy to use before it is rolled out across WA.
The digital driver licence is expected to be available in the ServiceWA digital wallet by the end of 2027, subject to the outcomes of a trial planned for mid-2027.
Check back soon for the latest updates and progress.
Frequently asked questions
When will the digital driver licence be available in the ServiceWA app?
Show moreThe digital driver licence is expected to be available in the ServiceWA digital wallet by the end of 2027, subject to the outcomes of a trial in mid-2027.
Where will I be able to use my digital driver licence?
Show moreAcceptance will depend on whether an organisation is authorised and ready to accept digital credentials. This will expand over time as more organisations adopt the technology.
The digital driver licence is being built to globally recognised standards, which will enable it to be trusted and recognised across Australia and overseas.
Will the digital driver licence replace my physical driver licence?
Show moreNo. You can continue to use your physical driver licence or apply for a new or replacement physical licence at any time.
Both digital and physical driver licences will be recognised by law.
Where will the digital driver licence be stored?
Show moreThe ServiceWA digital wallet will allow you to store and present your digital driver licence and any other government issued digital credentials.
Why can't I see the digital wallet in my ServiceWA app?
Show moreThe ServiceWA digital wallet is currently in development.
A trial is planned for early 2027 to ensure it is secure, reliable and easy to use before it is rolled out across WA.
What else will I be able to store in the ServiceWA digital wallet?
Show moreThe digital driver licence will be the first digital credential available. Over time, more government-issued licences, permits and credentials will be added.
Will the digital driver licence work offline?
Show moreYes. The digital driver licence is being designed to work offline, so you can still access and present your licence when you have limited or no internet.
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