Would you like to apply for eHerkenning? This article explains the application process step by step, what information you need, and which checks we perform before your eHerkenning is activated.
Digidentity provides eHerkenning at assurance levels 2+, 3 and 4. The higher the level, the more extensive the checks required to verify your identity and authority to act on behalf of your organisation.
Before you start
Please make sure you have the following available:
- Your organisation's Chamber of Commerce (KvK) number
- A valid identity document
- A smartphone on which you can install the Digidentity Wallet app
Not sure which eHerkenning level you need? Use our eHerkenning level checker.
1. Choose the correct eHerkenning level
The required level is determined by the organisation or service provider you want to log in to.
In most cases, you will need eHerkenning Level 3. Some services accept Level 2+, while a limited number of services require Level 4.
Not sure which version of eHerkenning Level 3 you need? For example, eHerkenning Level 3 Tax Authority or eHerkenning Level 3 Complete?
2. Start your application
Once you have determined which product you need, you can start your application through our website.
- Select the eHerkenning product you require.
- Choose the desired subscription duration.
- Enter your personal details.
- Add your organisation using its Chamber of Commerce (KvK) number.
During the application, we will guide you through each step of the registration and verification process.
3. Download the Digidentity Wallet app
During the application process, you will use the Digidentity Wallet app.
The app is used to verify your identity and later to confirm logins and other important actions.
During setup, you will create a personal authenticator protected by a self-chosen 5-digit PIN code.
4. Verify your identity
During the application process, we verify your identity through the Digidentity Wallet app.
- Upload a valid identity document.
- Take a selfie.
- Complete an NFC scan if required.
Important: Foreign driving licences cannot be used as identity documents for eHerkenning applications.
5. Verification of your organisation and authority
In addition to verifying your identity, we also verify whether you are authorised to request eHerkenning on behalf of your organisation.
To do this, we consult information from the Chamber of Commerce and determine who is authorised to sign on behalf of the organisation.
If you are not independently authorised to sign, we will automatically generate one or more authorisation letters that must be signed by an authorised representative.
Once submitted, we manually review the signature and compare it to the signature on the provided identity document.
Good to know
Authorisation letters are typically reviewed within 30 to 60 minutes during business hours (Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00 CET). Once approved, your eHerkenning will be activated immediately.
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6. Log in with eHerkenning
Once your application has been approved, you can immediately log in to organisations and service providers that support eHerkenning, such as the Dutch Tax Authority, UWV and many other government services.
Select ‘Log in with eHerkenning’ on the service provider's website and confirm the login using the Digidentity Wallet app.
Questions?
Need help? Contact our Service Desk via helpdesk@digidentity.com or use the chat function.