Summary SFO, SJC, and LAX now support digital identification in Google Wallet for a smoother traveler experience. California joins five states offering digital driver's licenses in Google Wallet, and plans to expand to Apple Wallet in the future. The Digital ID pilot project limited to 1.
5 million participants, with possibilities for broader adoption if successful. San Francisco International Airport (SFO), San Jose International Airport (SJC), and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) now all support digital identification, a move that follows an announcement yesterday from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). It says that Google Wallet has been added as an option to hold "secure, convenient, and private" digital driver's licenses and identification cards.
This is a big step as it could mean a much smoother travel experience for passengers looking to store most of their details on their phones. Note, of course, that the addition of Google Wallet as an option is only available on Android. Details of the new digital ID pilot program Announced by Governor Gavin Newsom, the latest move will make California one of the five states to offer a digital driver's license capability in Google Wallet.
Newsom said: “It’s never been easier to keep a digital driver’s license and identification card in California. The state continues to work to offer convenience for those opting into the mobile driver’s license program, now with the option of using Google Wallet.” While it is .