About NDID
History
Commenced by the government, in collaboration with all relevant sectors, and pilot use case led by the private sector
National Digital ID Co., Ltd. (NDID) was established in response to the government’s commitment to leveraging digital technology to enhance the efficiency of services provided to the public and businesses. In the development of a digital identity verification and authentication system, the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society played a pivotal role in establishing the Digital Identity Committee. This committee comprises experts from all relevant sectors and formed three specialized subcommittees: the Technical Team, the Legal Team, and the Pilot Team, to ensure the initiative's success. Subsequently, National Digital ID Co., Ltd. (NDID) was established to ensure the continued and efficient development of the NDID system. The company is also tasked with creating a Trusted Ecosystem, functioning as a data highway that connects information across all sectors. NDID operates similarly to a standard private enterprise, managing its operations independently. In its initial phase, the company focuses on providing services such as Online bank account opening, Online loan applications. NDID plans to expand its services to cover a broader range of industries, offering solutions for Online investment account opening, Life insurance applications and Telemedicine consultations

NDID is Dedicated to Supporting and Empowering All Sectors
NDID can create benefits in various aspects, such as providing convenience for service users by reducing the cost and need for in-person identification. Users can rely on online identity verification and authentication, which is faster, time-saving, and minimizes the need for repetitive data entry and excessive paperwork. Additionally, it enhances transaction security, ensuring a more efficient and safe process. In accordance with international standards for identity verification and authentication, service providers, including public and private sector organizations, NDID can deliver services through online, real-time channels, enhancing customer service with greater efficiency and more diverse options. This approach also helps reduce operational costs. At a national level, NDID plays a pivotal role in elevating the country's identity verification and authentication standards, ensuring transactions are more secure, transparent, and auditable. Furthermore, it provides a foundation for developing additional service systems, contributing to the advancement of a Digital Economy in alignment with government policies.
Timeline of History
Formation of the Digital ID Working Group
Oct, 2017
Establishment of NDID Co., Ltd.
Jan 24th, 2018
ETDA Publish LOA Standard Based on NIST
Oct, 2018
Development and Testing with Pilot Members
Dec, 2018
The Parliament Reviewed the Digital Identity Verification and Authentication Act
Feb, 2019
The SEC Issued Notification No. 5/2562 Regarding Guidelines for Utilizing Technology in Customer Due Diligence
Apr, 2019
The Electronic Transactions Act (Amendment No. 4), 2019, on Identity Verification and Authentication
May, 2019
Establishment of the Digital ID Working Group (Government, Regulatory Agencies, and Private Sector)
Jun, 2019
Ministerial Regulation: Specifying Transactions Requiring Financial Institutions and Professionals under Section 16 to Conduct Customer Identification, 2019
Jul, 2019
Bank of Thailand Notification No. 19/2562: Guidelines on Know Your Customer (KYC) for Account Opening by Financial Institutions
Aug, 2019
NDID Initiated System Testing with Members for Cross-Bank Online Account Opening
Nov, 2019
Pilot Group Readiness and Collaboration Event under the Theme “We Are Ready for Thailand”
Nov 14th, 2019
Joined the Digital Service Sandbox
Jan 1st, 2020
BOT Sandbox D-Day (e-Open Account)
Feb 6th, 2020
ISO/IEC 27001 INFORMATION SECURITY MANAGEMENT
May, 2020
Expansion of Services to Other Business Sectors, Such as Insurance and Securities
Nov 9th, 2020
Exited the Digital Service Sandbox
Jan 31th, 2022
NDID Notified Its Operation of a Digital Platform Service Business in Compliance with the Royal Decree on Digital Platform Service Business Notification, 2022
Aug 30th, 2023
NDID Obtained a Business License for Digital Identity Verification and Authentication Services
Dec 12th, 2023