Apple Adds Arkansas to iPhone IDs, Expanding Wallet Licenses to 14 U.S. States
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Updated · MacRumors · May 27
Apple Adds Arkansas to iPhone IDs, Expanding Wallet Licenses to 14 U.S. States
7 articles · Updated · MacRumors · May 27
Arkansas residents can now add a driver's license or state ID to Apple Wallet on iPhone and Apple Watch, though the rollout may take time to reach all users.
14 U.S. states now support the feature, which lets users show proof of identity or age at select businesses, apps and TSA checkpoints.
More than 250 U.S. airports accept Apple Wallet IDs for domestic travel, but travelers still need a physical ID because digital IDs are not accepted by law enforcement.
Apple also now offers a passport-based Digital ID for users in unsupported states, usable at the same TSA checkpoints with iOS 26.1 or watchOS 26.1.
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