Estonia’s digital society is built on secure, convenient, and legally binding e-identity tools: the ID-card, Digi-ID, and Mobile-ID. These allow you to log into e-services, sign documents digitally, and manage your business or personal affairs fully online.

ID-card & Digi-ID

The ID-card and Digi-ID are physical smart cards used to:

• Access Estonian e-services (e.g. Business Register, Tax Board, banks)

• Digitally sign documents with legal validity

• Authenticate identity securely online

• Encrypt files and communications

To use them, you’ll need:

• A card reader

• ID-card software, downloadable at installer.id.ee

• PIN codes, issued with the card (replacements available at Estonian service points or embassies)

• Valid certificates, which you can check and renew at id.ee

• A computer with internet access

Mobile-ID – Digital ID on Your Phone

Mobile-ID offers the same functionality as the ID-card, but without the need for a card reader. Instead, it works directly from your mobile phone.

How it works:

• Requires a special Mobile-ID SIM card, issued by Estonian mobile operators

• Stores private keys and signature functionality directly on the SIM

• Actions are confirmed using PIN1 (authentication) and PIN2 (signing)

• Perfect for users who prefer secure identification on the go

e-Residency Digital ID

If you are an Estonian e-resident, your e-Residency card allows you to access all of the above features (except Mobile-ID). You can:

• Manage your company

• Sign documents digitally

• Use secure government and private e-services
  Note: E-Residency does not grant legal residence, tax residence, or the right to enter Estonia or the EU.

Need help?

Most answers to common technical and practical issues can be found on the official website:
🔗 www.id.ee

There you’ll find:

• Detailed FAQs

• Step-by-step video tutorials

• Instructions for software, certificate renewal, and common problems

If you can’t find a solution, please reach out to the ID Help Centre. The more clearly you describe your issue, the better the support team can assist. All answers are sent to you in writing with easy-to-follow instructions tailored to your situation.

Lead-in:
Whether you use an ID-card, Digi-ID or Mobile-ID, Estonia’s digital tools let you handle secure transactions and official matters easily from anywhere in the world—with expert help just a click away.