Guyana's Digital ID Card: Integration Challenges and Future Steps

Published Date : 6/27/2025 

Guyana's ambitious digital ID project faces delays as integration challenges with Veridos, the supplier, hinder progress. The country's $35.4 million contract with the German firm has faced setbacks, pushing back the rollout of biometric e-ID cards. However, new funding and strategic initiatives like Digital Guyana aim to overcome these obstacles. 

Guyana's plan to launch biometric electronic identity cards has hit a snag, with the country's Vice President citing integration challenges as the main obstacle. The delay, which affects the $35.4 million contract with German supplier Veridos, has pushed back the project's timeline. According to Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo, the biggest hurdle has been merging the digital ID system with the national passport database. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS): 

Q: Why is Guyana's digital ID project delayed?

A: The project faces delays due to challenges in integrating the digital ID system with the national passport database, according to Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo.

Q: How much has Guyana invested in the digital ID initiative?

A: Guyana has allocated $35.4 million for the project, with an additional $4.8 million approved in 2025 to support the rollout of chip-based e-ID cards.

Q: What are the key features of Guyana's Digital Guyana strategy?

A: The strategy includes a one-stop Citizens Portal for government services, integration with financial institutions, and a sovereign AI cloud to store national data securely.

Q: How will the digital ID cards be used in Guyana?

A: The cards will be mandatory for opening bank accounts, employment, and other services. They will also be integrated into the Smart Country surveillance system to track foreign residents.

Q: What are the main goals of Guyana's digital transformation?

A: The initiative aims to streamline government services, improve access to public resources, and enhance data security through global best practices in encryption and cloud hosting. 

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