IDDEEA

Digital representation

As of June 1, 2024, the Agency will enter a certificate for digital representation during the personalization process for all applicants for identity cards. This is to ensure secure and reliable digital representation of the identity card holder when using various electronic services. The activation of the identity card for digital representation purposes is done using the identification number obtained on form LK-OI-2-A. Activation enables the secure use of e-service by digitally representing the service user to the system using the digital representation certificate. Digital representation enables confirmation of the digital identity of the identity card holder based on the certificates entered into the memory element of the identity card during the document personalization process.

Digital representation

Since June 1, 2024, the Agency has included a certificate for digital representation in the personalisation process for all identity card requests. This is intended to provide a secure and trustworthy digital representation of the ID card holder when using various e-services. Digital representation allows for the verification of the ID card user’s digital identification based on the certificates inserted into the ID card’s memory element during the document personalisation process.

e-Services

Following the example of other European countries, 18 years after the Law on Electronic Signature was adopted and 12 years after the legal framework for using documents/ID cards with an electronic memory element (into which certificates for digital representation and digital signature can be entered) was established, IDDEEA BiH has implemented digital representation options and made them available to citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina when using e-services. This meets the basic functionalities of using the personal ID card of BiH citizens, which by law is designated for use in performing electronic services. Through the implementation of these digital solutions, IDDEEA is fulfilling key UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), such as SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), by providing digital representation services that present innovative approaches supporting infrastructure and technology development. Additionally, digital representation contributes to strengthening institutions by increasing the reliability and security of digital services, which can encourage partnerships between governments, the private sector, and civil society in achieving sustainable development goals.

Digital representation is the technical implementation of a simple and secure way for a citizen to identify themselves with their electronic identity card, thereby accessing various e-services provided by IDDEEA exclusively to physical entities.


This system is practical and efficient, saves time and resources, guarantees security and protection of personal data, and eliminates the need for the user’s physical presence when using electronic services.


By using the strongest two-factor authentication—possessing an identity card and entering a personal PIN code set during the identity card activation process—a large number of services can be performed electronically.

Advantages of Digital representation

Efficiency

Citizens no longer have to waste time waiting in line or submitting paper forms. Digital representation allows users to access a variety of e-services with a few clicks, saving them valuable time.

Security and Protection

This system is more resistant to misuse due to digital encryption and modern technologies, lowering the risk of identity theft and other security issues. Citizens may be confident that their data is secure.

Availability

The digital representation portal is optimised for all digital devices, making it easily accessible to all citizens, and it is absolutely free.