Can’t create a myID
Troubleshoot why you can’t create a Digital ID and fix common problems.
You may not be able to create a myID, opens in a new tab for the following reasons.
Identification issues
- Your identity documents aren’t verified.
- Your documents aren’t valid or have expired.
- You are not an Australian citizen or don’t have a relevant visa.
- Your photo doesn’t meet requirements.
Names don’t match
- Your name has changed since you set up your myID.
- Your name in myID doesn’t match your identity documents.
- You incorrectly entered your name when setting up your myID.
Other reasons
- You need to update your email in the myID app.
- You already have an account.
For more information, go to Verifying your identity, opens in a new tab.