Identification for Development (ID4D) integration approach study

This study is part of the identification for development (ID4D) agenda of the World Bank Group. ID4D is a cross-sectoral initiative that unites teams from different sectors of the World Bank Group. Proof of identity is critical for the poor to gain access to basic services, such as healthcare, social benefits, and financial service’s needs. Identification programs (sometimes implemented as digital ID programs) are often approached from different points of entry, which may include broad national ID initiatives or more narrow sectoral approaches (for example, in healthcare, social welfare, or finance). The main objective of this study is to provide guidance for the design and implementation of ID4D programs, with the goal of fostering convergence among disparate sectoral and national ID initiatives. Through extensive research and consultations with stakeholders, the study describes an ID4D integration model for three different country categories that can benefit from a more effective approach to ID4D programs. The study offers a specific strategy and roadmap for each country category, drawn from a representative client-country study, and provides recommendations in areas including policy, processes, technology, and business models. This study comprises three main sections: benchmarking report; scoping report; and strategy and roadmap for implementation.