Features of myGovID

15+

You need to be 15 years or older to set up a myGovID. However, age restrictions may also apply to the use of some government online services. To find out if youre eligible to use a particular service, check its terms of use.

Information security

Your personal information wont be shared without your permission - putting you in control. myGovID is accredited under the Australian Trusted Digital Identity Framework which strictly controls how your identity data is collected, stored, and used. It uses encryption technology as well as the security features in your device, such as fingerprint, face, and password. This is to protect your identity and help prevent other people from accessing your information.

Tips

How to set it up?

Set up your myGovID in three easy steps:

1. Download the myGovID app
2. Enter your details including your full name, date of birth, and a personal email address that only you have access to.
3. Verify your identity to increase your identity strength. There are three identity strengths Basic, Standard, or Strong. Increasing your identity strengths allows you to access more services and better protects your identity.

Increase your identity strength.

Increase your identity strength by verifying your Australian identity documents, like your passport, drivers license, and Medicare card. These documents are checked against existing government records. You can also choose to verify your photo, this is a one-off face verification check, to further increase your identity strength. The app scans your face to check that youre a real person, the right person, and verifying in real-time.