B-Trust eID by BORICA AD Receives European Recognition with High Level of Assurance
The B-Trust eID electronic identification scheme, operated by BORICA AD, has successfully passed a peer review within the framework of the eIDAS Cooperation Network. Experts from EU member states confirmed that the scheme complies with the requirements of Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 (eIDAS).
· Rating: B-Trust eID received a High assurance level (High) – the highest level defined under eIDAS.
· Significance: This ensures a high level of trust, comparable to leading European electronic identification schemes.
· Next steps: The scheme will be published in the Official Journal of the EU and included in the European list of notified eID schemes, ensuring cross-border recognition and interoperability with equivalent solutions in other member states.
European validation with high assurance:
The peer review is a mechanism for mutual assessment, in which independent experts verify that national eID schemes meet high standards of security, reliability, and technological resilience. The successful completion of the review confirms that B-Trust eID meets these stringent European standards.
A step towards the digital identity wallet:
This achievement prepares BORICA AD for its next technological innovation – the European Digital Identity Wallet, which will be built only on schemes with a high level of assurance.
Statement from BORICA AD:
“B-Trust eID is not just a technological solution – it is a foundation for secure and accessible electronic services for citizens, businesses, and public administration. The rating also covers identification with foreign identity documents, extending the scheme’s applicability across borders. This success strengthens BORICA’s role as a central provider of digital solutions and a key partner in the European digital ecosystem.” – Martin Oresharski, Director of Trust Services, BORICA AD.
Significance for BORICA AD:
B-Trust eID is a key component of the integrated national infrastructure of digital trust. BORICA is the national operator of Bulgaria’s payment infrastructure and a qualified trust service provider under eIDAS, offering secure services in card payments, electronic identification, and trust services.