Vietnam Approves VNeID Super App Roadmap to 2045, Targeting 90% Regular Use
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Updated · Biometric Update · May 29
Vietnam Approves VNeID Super App Roadmap to 2045, Targeting 90% Regular Use
7 articles · Updated · Biometric Update · May 29
A 2026-2045 government plan makes VNeID the backbone for public services, digital transactions and data-sharing, with Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung approving the overhaul under Project 06.
By 2028, Vietnam aims to put all social-welfare beneficiaries on VNeID, offer 50% of essential digital utilities in the app, and issue digital signature certificates to 80% of eligible citizens.
By 2030, all citizens are expected to hold Level 2 VNeID accounts, while 70% of users should make cashless payments and use AI-enhanced services through a fully built-out digital ecosystem.
The rollout requires a new legal framework on electronic identification, digital transactions and personal data protection, plus a redesign of VNeID's architecture from 2026 to 2030.
By 2045, Vietnam wants all VNeID utilities powered by AI and 90% of users active regularly, extending the platform from a digital ID tool into a nationwide super app.
How will Vietnam’s VNeID super app protect citizen privacy while centralizing all personal data and services?
Why is Vietnam pursuing a centralized super app while other nations opt for decentralized digital IDs?
As VNeID becomes mandatory, what happens to citizens who cannot or will not use the digital platform?
Navigating Vietnam’s VNeID Rollout: Citizen Scoring Controversy, Data Security, and Digital Inclusion Challenges
Overview
Vietnam’s push to make VNeID a national digital identity super app has sparked intense public debate, especially after the government proposed a digital citizen scoring system. Many people see this as an overreach into privacy and a tool for increased state control, leading to widespread criticism and skepticism. As VNeID becomes critical national infrastructure, concerns about data security and the risks of a single breach grow. The government promises encryption and stronger cybersecurity, but challenges remain, including ensuring digital inclusion and building public trust. The path forward requires robust safeguards, transparent engagement, and learning from international best practices.