An integrated circuit embedded under the surface of, for example, an ID card or passport to store and process personal data. The microchip is connected to an aerial (electromagnetic loop antenna) which allows communication with a card reader via electromagnetic waves (RFID). To supply the microchip with energy and to start communication, the card must be in close proximity to the reader.

Free access for Government organisations!

When you fill-in the form, please ensure that you use your official email address. Any attempt to register using a generic email system like Gmail and Yahoo will be disregarded.

A single generic username/password will be provided per government entity, this can be shared within the organisation and simultaneous login are allowed. Only one application is required per organisation

This is a one-time process and the validation will be undertaken as quickly as possible – within two hours or less during a normal working day, or 24 hours if over a weekend. If we are unable to validate your organisation from the details you provide, we will contact you for further information.

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