With support from the European Commission and ENISA, EA organized on the 27^th of February an online workshop on the Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2981 laying down rules for the application of Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 as regards the certification of European Digital Identity Wallets, and the State of Play regarding the EUDI Wallet certification scheme.

Joran Frik from the European Commission (DG CNECT), and Eric Vetillard (ENISA) provided insights into the certification framework and the role of National Accreditation Bodies (NABs) and Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs). The certification includes the whole of products, processes, and services that compose the EUDI Wallets.

The discussion highlighted the need for harmonized certification requirements across Member States to ensure interoperability and trust in EUDI Wallets. A key challenge remains to align national certification schemes with the future Cyber Security Act-based European certification framework while maintaining flexibility for national approaches in the transitional phase.

The workshop introduced the risk register, a key tool designed to address cybersecurity threats and ensure that certification schemes adequately mitigate risks. It will be on finalizing the Implementing Act, clarifying certification methodologies, and guaranteeing a smooth transition from national schemes to a fully harmonized European framework.

Member States were encouraged to actively contribute to working groups and consultations to refine the certification process. The workshop reinforced the importance of cooperation and strategic planning in building a secure and effective digital identity ecosystem across Europe.

A first draft of the European Wallet certification scheme is in preparation by ENISA and is expected in 2026. The European scheme shall be published as an Implementing Act by the end of 2026.