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Portuguese Citizen Card Middleware platform

Portuguese Citizen Card Middleware platform
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Language

C++

Tool Type

Desktop app, Web app, Mobile app, API, Plugin

License

European Public License

Version

default

About the tool Responsible

Administrative Modernization Agency, I.P. (AMA)

Portuguese Citizen Card Middleware platform
What is it?

The Portuguese National Identity Document (DNI) Middleware Platform is a software platform that acts as an intermediary between the ID card and applications that require access to citizen information. It facilitates the management of digital certificates, enabling authentication and electronic signature, as well as secure access to personal data. Furthermore, the tool allows the DNI to be integrated with various government and commercial applications, improving access to digital services such as healthcare and tax returns. Users can interact with the DNI through mobile devices or card readers, ensuring the protection of their personal information.

What problems does it solve?

The Portuguese National Identity Card (DNI) Middleware solves the problem of secure and efficient digital identity management. It facilitates authentication, access to personal data, and electronic signatures, ensuring the protection of personal information and integration with government and commercial applications, thus improving citizens' digital interactions.

How does the tool work?

The Portuguese DNI Middleware acts as an intermediate layer between the identity card and applications, managing digital certificates for authentication and electronic signature. It facilitates secure access to personal data and enables integration with digital services, ensuring the protection of user information.

Open standards

The tool uses open standards such as PKCS#11 for digital certificate management and authentication, ensuring interoperability and security. It also employs SDKs in C++, Java, and C# programming languages ​​to facilitate integration with various applications and technology platforms.

Sector
Science and Technology
Reform or Modernization of the State
Functionality
Authentication
Data interoperability
Registry management
Sustainable development goals
Industry innovation and infrastructure
Peace justice and strong institutions
Partnership for the goals
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Portuguese eID Management Interface Portuguese eID Management Interface

Screen from the Autenticação.Gov application showing personal information stored on the Portuguese eID, including name, nationality, parental data, and document validity.

Data linked to the Portuguese eID Data linked to the Portuguese eID

View of additional data stored in the Portuguese eID, including tax ID number, social security, health user number, and document information such as issuer, type, and issuing location.

Full view of the Portuguese Citizen Card Full view of the Portuguese Citizen Card

Image showing the full Portuguese Citizen Card summary, including personal, health, fiscal, and address data, all integrated in a single legally and digitally backed document.

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