GOV.UK ID Check

Editor's Review

GOV.UK ID Check is designed to be a secure and efficient way to confirm your identity when accessing government services through GOV.UK One Login. 🛡️ This app ensures that your identity is verified by matching your face to your photo ID, providing an extra layer of security and trust. No more endless forms or physical visits; verify yourself from the comfort of your home! 🏠

Supported Documents:
The app supports a variety of photo IDs, including:

• UK photocard driving licence 🚗
• UK passport 🛂
• Non-UK passport with a biometric chip 🌐
• UK biometric residence permit (BRP) 💳
• UK biometric residence card (BRC) 🪪
• UK Frontier Worker permit (FWP) 💼

Expired BRPs, BRCs, or FWPs are accepted up to 18 months after their expiry date. Make sure your documents are still valid!

What You'll Need:
Before you start, ensure you have the following:

• A well-lit area to take a clear photograph 💡
• An Android phone running Android version 10 or higher 📱

How It Works:
The process varies slightly depending on the type of photo ID you are using:

Driving Licence:

1. Take a photo of your driving licence 📸
2. Scan your face using your phone's camera 🤳

Passport, BRP, BRC, or FWP:

1. Take a photo of your photo ID 📸
2. Scan the biometric chip in your photo ID using your phone 📡
3. Scan your face using your phone 🤳

What Happens Next:
Once the app confirms your identity, you will be redirected back to the government service website to view the results. The app's sole purpose is to verify your identity, ensuring a secure and seamless experience. ✅

Privacy and Security:
Your privacy is a top priority. 🔒 The app does not store any personal information on your phone or within the app itself. All data is collected securely and deleted once it is no longer needed, giving you peace of mind. 😌

Features

• Matches your face to your photo ID securely

• Supports UK photocard driving licenses

• Supports UK and non-UK passports

• Supports UK biometric residence permits

• Supports UK biometric residence cards

• Supports UK Frontier Worker permits

• Scans biometric chips in passports

• Takes a photo of your driving licence

Pros

• Securely confirms your identity for government services

• No personal information stored in the app or on your phone

• Data is collected securely and deleted when no longer needed

Cons

• Requires an Android phone running Android 10 or higher

• Need a well-lit area for taking a good quality photograph