Those born in NSW and aged between 16 and 21 are now eligible for a Digital Birth Certificate, says the NSW government.
In a media release, the government says it’s an Australian first, and will make ‘it easier to access their identification’.
They say, ‘The new digital document is available statewide, has been designed to international security standards and can be set up via the Service NSW app. This opt-in Digital Birth Certificate provides a secure way to access this essential document and will allow greater control over information being shared’.
‘The first group of people to be eligible to apply are 16 to 21-year-olds born in NSW, who hold a NSW photo card or driver licence.
‘From today, young adults will be able to use their Digital Birth Certificate to verify their identity and apply for a range of licences and certifications needed to start a job including Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA), Responsible Conduct of Gambling (RCG), as well as other workforce licences.
‘Over time, the Digital Birth Certificate will allow for wider integrated transactions to improve the way people interact with NSW Government services and give people greater control over what information they share.
‘Service NSW and the NSW Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages are engaging community and industry leaders to work with businesses, schools, clubs and sporting organisations, to look at opportunities to make it easier to register and apply for the services people need using the new digital tool.
‘For more information or to opt in, please visit the Service NSW website: https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/nsw-digital-birth-certificatehttps://www.service.nsw.gov.au/’.
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