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Digital National ID (Philippines)

Philippines

The Digital National ID is the Philippines' official electronic identity credential, issued under the Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) and administered by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). It is the digital version of the PhilID card, available through the eGov PH app or downloaded from the National ID website, and it carries the same validity as the physical card. Each registered person holds a 12-digit PhilSys Number (PSN), which is tokenised on the card as the PhilSys Card Number to guard against misuse.

Scheme facts
Issuing authority Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
Country Philippines
Identifier 12-digit PhilSys Number (PSN), tokenised as the PhilSys Card Number on the ID
Verification method QR code on the digital or printed PhilID, validated by digital signature
Data returned Verified name, photograph, and PhilSys attributes, plus signature validity and active or revoked status
Official status Official national digital identity issued under PhilSys
What is itHow verification worksWhat you can buildPairs well withFAQ

What is Digital National ID (Philippines)?

The Digital National ID is the Philippines' official electronic identity credential, issued under the Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) and administered by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). It is the digital version of the PhilID card, available through the eGov PH app or downloaded from the National ID website, and it carries the same validity as the physical card. Each registered person holds a 12-digit PhilSys Number (PSN), which is tokenised on the card as the PhilSys Card Number to guard against misuse.

Verification is built around the QR code on the digital or printed ID. The person uploads or presents the QR code, which carries a digital signature from the issuing authority. When that QR code is checked against PhilSys, it returns the person's attributes together with confirmation that the signature is valid and whether the ID is active or revoked. If you already hold the person's identity data, you can pass it in when the check launches to reduce the steps the customer sees.

PhilSys is an official government scheme and registration is open to all citizens and resident aliens. It is widely used across banks, government agencies, and other regulated services as a primary proof of identity.

How verification works

Person presents the digital ID QR code

The customer uploads or scans the QR code from their digital or printed PhilID, or you pass known identity data in at launch.

QR code validated against PhilSys

PhilSys checks the digital signature in the QR code and returns the person's attributes, confirming whether the ID is active or revoked.

Signals returned to your flow

A verified result, the returned identity attributes, and a full audit record flow straight into your Zenoo case.

What you can build

Confirm a new customer's identity before a bank account or e-wallet goes live.
Meet SIM registration requirements with a QR-based identity check.
Prove a lending applicant is who they claim before you extend credit.
Verify identity for access to government and public services.

Pairs well with

Chain these into one Zenoo Studio flow so a single journey handles identity, screening, and fraud.

Coverage context

One of 209 countries, 16 indicators each

Digital National ID (Philippines) is one scheme in Zenoo's global coverage. Add a neighbouring register or a document fallback without changing your integration.

Frequently asked questions

How do I verify a Philippine Digital National ID?

The person uploads or presents the QR code from their digital or printed PhilID. Zenoo checks the QR code's digital signature against PhilSys and returns a verified result, the person's attributes, and whether the ID is active or revoked.

What is the PhilSys Number (PSN)?

The PSN is a unique 12-digit permanent identification number assigned to every citizen and registered resident alien on successful registration to PhilSys. On the card it is tokenised as the PhilSys Card Number to reduce the risk of misuse.

Is the Philippine Digital National ID official?

Yes. It is issued under the Philippine Identification System (PhilSys), administered by the Philippine Statistics Authority, and the digital version carries the same validity as the physical PhilID card.

How does this verification work with Zenoo?

It runs as a pre-built connector. The person shares their ID QR code, or you pass known data in, and Zenoo returns a verified result with a full audit trail.

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