Azerbaijan aims to have 1 million citizens using digital identities by the end of 2026, driven by its Ministry of Digital Development and Transport. Since July, physical ID cards are no longer required, with 65 percent of the population adopting the national mobile digital ID, Asan İmza. Azercell has started accepting digital IDs for transactions, marking a significant shift towards a digital economy.
The government’s push for digital identities is part of a broader strategy to enhance the country’s digital infrastructure. The Investing in the Digital Economy of Azerbaijan (IDEA) project, supported by the World Economic Forum, highlights digital identity as a crucial factor for attracting foreign investment and improving compliance. Additionally, the Ministry plans to ensure 65 percent of the population has basic digital skills and extend broadband internet nationwide by the end of 2024 through the “Online Azerbaijan” project.
