Apple Wallet’s Digital ID

Apple Wallet’s Digital ID Feature Could Replace Passports as iPhones Start Powering the Future of Border Control

iOS 26 is launching a digital U.S. passport for Apple Wallet—safe, private, and accepted at 250+ TSA checkpoints. Protected by Secure Enclave, biometrics, and ISO 18013‑5 standards, it enables tap-to-go travel and ID use in apps or rentals. But it’s still limited to domestic use—physical passports remain essential for customs and international travel. Apple’s design roots convenience in respect, balancing tech with tribal values of privacy and dignity.