Police to Accept Digital IDs From Bien Wallet App

Published on Honduras Daily · Jul 17, 2026 · Originally reported July 17, 2026 by La Prensa

Honduras's National Police will accept digital documents stored in the Bien electronic wallet—including the national ID, driver's license, and firearms permit—as valid identification at traffic stops and in police operations, with safeguards to stop officers from screenshotting or misusing personal data.

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