ARF – Architecture and Reference Framework
The common EU framework ensuring that national wallets work together securely and consistently.
DG Connect
The European Commission’s directorate in charge of digital networks, content and technology.
Digital Europe Programme
The EU funding programme supporting digital projects such as Aptitude.
Digital Identity Wallet
A secure mobile app allowing citizens to prove their identity and access online services safely.
DTC – Digital Travel Credential
A digital version of a passport stored in a mobile device.
eIDAS 2.0
The 2024 EU regulation on digital identity. It requires every Member State to offer a compliant wallet by 2026.
Implementing Act
A non-legislative EU rule detailing how laws must be applied consistently across all Member States.
Initiation of Payment
A wallet feature that lets citizens start and complete payments directly from the app.
Interoperability
The ability of wallets and services from different countries to work together seamlessly across borders.
Interoperability event / Hackathon
An event where technical teams from various countries test and improve wallet interoperability.
Large-Scale Pilot (LSP)
An EU-funded project testing the European Digital Identity Wallet in real-life conditions.
mVRC – Mobile Vehicle Registration Certificate
A digital version of a vehicle registration, shareable online.
Playground
A secure testing environment for verifying that wallets and services function properly before public release.SCA – Strong Customer Authentication
An EU security standard for verifying online payments.
