APTITUDE (Advanced Project for Trusted Identity Technologies and Unified Digital Ecosystem) is a collaborative initiative uniting 118 partners from 11 EU Member States and Ukraine. The project aims to analyze, integrate, and pilot use cases focused on Travel and Payment within the European Digital Identity Framework (EUDIW).
APTITUDE builds on foundational EU initiatives, including:
- Amendments to Regulation 910/2014
- The European Digital Identity Network
- Previous Large-Scale Pilots (LSPs)
The goal is to support the interoperable and scalable development of EUDIW across Member States.
APTITUDE will pilot EUDIW in four key scenarios:
- Digital Travel Credentials (DTC)
- Tickets and Check-in (hotels, public transportation, etc.)
- Mobile Vehicle Registration Certificate (mVRC)
- Payments and Banking (Strong Customer Authentication, PBEE Framework)
These use cases aim to demonstrate:
- Interoperability
- Usability
- Scalability
- Compatibility with EU standards
Transversal work packages ensure:
- Strong technical architecture
- Legal and regulatory compliance
- Robust communication strategy
APTITUDE fosters collaboration among:
- Public stakeholders
- Private stakeholders
The project enhances:
- Technical documentation
- Standardized protocols
- Interoperability frameworks
By leveraging insights from earlier LSPs, APTITUDE supports Member States in building and testing the infrastructure required to meet the 2026 EUDIW deployment target.
APTITUDE aligns with the European Commission’s 2026 goal for a standardized digital identity across all Member States. The pilot will:
- Specify and test EUDIW and Trust Systems
- Ensure use of European Commission standards
- Meet the needs of citizens and businesses across the EU
We welcome collaboration and contributions from stakeholders across Europe. Stay tuned for updates and opportunities to engage with the APTITUDE initiative.
