Article published: 07.05.2026
Commfides awarded contract to strengthen e-ID security in Norway
Commfides Norge AS, with Mobai AS as a subcontractor, has won a contract with Digdir to deliver a new solution for digital ID control. The solution will help to strengthen the security of digital identities in Norway.
The new solution makes it possible to digitally verify the identity of users in a safe and efficient way. By combining advanced document control with facial biometrics, it is ensured that the person is actually who they claim to be.
The solution will be used when issuing MinIDAmong other things, , and will help to ensure that digital identities are established on the right basis and with a high level of trust. It can also be used as an additional security measure in situations where the need for secure identity control is particularly high, such as access to sensitive services or the risk of identity fraud.
– Overall, Commfides Norge AS submitted the best bid in the competition and will be awarded the contract. They scored very well on quality, and best on the plan for the establishment phase. They have also delivered the best overall price in the competition, Digdir states in its award decision.
A user-friendly and modern platform for secure identity management
The requirements for security, privacy and compliance with European regulations, such as eIDAS, are increasing. Behind the contract is a solution designed to meet these requirements through a simple and efficient user experience, without compromising security.
The solution combines Commfides’ established e-ID infrastructure with Mobai’s advanced biometric technology, creating a secure and intuitive process that can be completed in seconds by the user.
The user scans their ID document, which is digitally verified to ensure it is genuine and valid. The identity is then verified using facial biometrics, where a live image is matched against the document, while the system verifies that a real person is carrying out the process. Biometric data is treated as secure, irreversible credentials, ensuring privacy. This approach provides a high level of security without making the process cumbersome for the user.
At the same time, the platform is designed for flexibility and integration into existing systems, either via APIs, SDKs or as a complete white-label solution. This makes it well suited for a variety of applications, such as onboarding, KYC/AML and access to sensitive digital services.
A future-proof solution built for high levels of security and eIDAS requirements
For Commfides, the award marks an important breakthrough in digital identity solutions. CEO Kjell Olav Skogen emphasizes that the goal is to build trust in digital services and make it easier and safer to confirm who you are – completely digitally.
The solution is developed and operated in Norway, which gives full control over the value chain and ensures that personal data remains within the EU/EEA. This reduces both legal and geopolitical risk and makes the solution well-suited for businesses with high demands on data sovereignty.
At the same time, the solution is built for increasingly stringent security and privacy requirements and provides a solid foundation for identity processes at a high security level in accordance with eIDAS and is thus well equipped for future digital identity needs. This makes the solution a natural choice for businesses that need secure, scalable and future-oriented digital identity control – ready to use, and ready for the requirements to come.
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