The Identification Document Vocabulary is a set of standard terms and definitions used to describe different types of identification documents, such as passports and driver's licenses. It helps organize important information related to these documents, including details about the holder, such as their name, date of birth, and expiration date. This vocabulary aims to improve communication and data sharing about identification documents, making it easier for organizations to understand and manage this information effectively.

Alternate versions of the vocabulary definition exist in Turtle and JSON-LD.

Introduction

Introduction to the Identification Document Vocabulary

The Identification Document Vocabulary is a helpful tool for organizing information related to various identification documents like passports, driver's licenses, and national IDs. In today's world, where we rely heavily on these documents for verification and identification, having a clear and consistent way to describe them is very important. This vocabulary makes it easier to share and understand the details about these documents.

One of the key benefits of using this vocabulary is that it promotes better communication between different organizations. For example, banks, government agencies, and travel companies all need to verify the identity of individuals. By using a common vocabulary, these organizations can reduce misunderstandings and make processes more efficient.

Many market verticals can benefit from employing the Identification Document Vocabulary. The financial sector, including banks and insurance companies, often requires identification verification to prevent fraud. Government agencies also need clear information about identification documents to maintain security and provide services effectively. Travel and hospitality industries, such as airlines and hotels, can streamline their check-in processes using this vocabulary.

There are many use cases for the Identification Document Vocabulary. For instance, when a person applies for a loan, the bank can use this vocabulary to collect and verify necessary information from their identification documents. Similarly, during airport check-ins, airline staff can refer to the vocabulary to ensure that all required details are captured accurately.

To make the most of this vocabulary, organizations must understand its requirements. They need to ensure that their systems can incorporate this standardized vocabulary into their processes. Training staff on how to use it effectively is also crucial to maximize its benefits and ensure smooth operations.

In conclusion, the Identification Document Vocabulary is a valuable resource for various sectors that deal with identification verification. It helps improve communication, efficiency, and security, making it easier for organizations to serve their customers and meet regulatory requirements.

Namespaces

This specification makes use of the following namespaces:

id: https://w3id.org/identification#
cred: https://www.w3.org/2018/credentials#
schema: https://schema.org/
dc: http://purl.org/dc/terms/
owl: http://www.w3.org/2002/07/owl#
rdf: http://www.w3.org/1999/02/22-rdf-syntax-ns#
rdfs: http://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#
xsd: http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#
vs: http://www.w3.org/2003/06/sw-vocab-status/ns#
schema: http://schema.org/
jsonld: http://www.w3.org/ns/json-ld#

`@context` files

The following @context files make use of the terms defined in this specification:

vocab
term list
https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1
term list

Term definitions

Property definitions

The following are property definitions in the id namespace.

`additionalName`

Additional Name

This term is formally defined in another vocabulary (as schema:additionalName), but is frequently used with this vocabulary and has been included to aid readability of this document.

The property that specifies an additional name of the Person, Employer, or Attestor, which may include middle names or other names used in addition to the given name and family name.

Relevant @context:: https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1

`address`

Address

The property that specifies the address related to the Person, modeled as a PostalAddress per schema.org specification.

Range:: schema:PostalAddress
Domain:: schema:Person

Relevant @context:: https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1

`birthDate`

Birth Date

This term is formally defined in another vocabulary (as schema:birthDate), but is frequently used with this vocabulary and has been included to aid readability of this document.

The property that specifies the birth date of the Person, representing the date on which the individual was born.

Relevant @context:: https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1

`documentNumber`

Document Number

The number that uniquely identifies the identification document.

Range:: xsd:string
Domain:: IdentificationDocument

Relevant @context:: https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1

`email`

Email

This term is formally defined in another vocabulary (as schema:email), but is frequently used with this vocabulary and has been included to aid readability of this document.

The property that specifies the email address associated with the Person, Employer, or Attestor, allowing for electronic communication.

Relevant @context:: https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1

`familyName`

Family Name

The property that specifies the family name of the Person, Employer, or Attestor, representing their last name or surname.

Range:: xsd:string
Domain:: schema:Person

Relevant @context:: https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1

`givenName`

Given Name

This term is formally defined in another vocabulary (as schema:givenName), but is frequently used with this vocabulary and has been included to aid readability of this document.

The property that specifies the given name of the Person, Employer, or Attestor, representing their first name or personal name.

Relevant @context:: https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1

`identificationDocument`

Identification Document

The property that specifies the identification document of the Person, which may include documents like driver's license, passport, or any official ID.

Range:: Intersection of:
IdentificationDocument
cred:VerifiableCredential
Domain:: schema:Person

Relevant @context:: https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1

`image`

Image

The property that specifies an image of the individual.

Range:: xsd:string
Domain:: schema:Person

Relevant @context:: https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1

`issuer`

Issuer

This term is formally defined in another vocabulary (as cred:issuer), but is frequently used with this vocabulary and has been included to aid readability of this document.

The property that specifies the name of the entity or organization that issued the identification document, providing context about the authority behind the document.

Relevant @context:: https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1

`name`

Name

This term is formally defined in another vocabulary (as schema:name), but is frequently used with this vocabulary and has been included to aid readability of this document.

This property specifies the name associated with the person or document.

Relevant @context:: https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1

`telephone`

Telephone

This term is formally defined in another vocabulary (as schema:telephone), but is frequently used with this vocabulary and has been included to aid readability of this document.

The property that specifies the telephone number associated with the Person, enabling voice communication.

Relevant @context:: https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1

`validUntil`

Valid Until

This term is formally defined in another vocabulary (as cred:validUntil), but is frequently used with this vocabulary and has been included to aid readability of this document.

The property that specifies the expiration date of the identification document, indicating until when the document is considered valid.

Relevant @context:: https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1

Class definitions

The following are class definitions in the id namespace.

`IdentificationDocumentCredential`

Identification Document Credential

A credential that expresses identification information for a particular person that is issued by an authority of some sort.

Relevant @context:: https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1

{
  "@context": [
    "https://www.w3.org/ns/credentials/v2",
    "https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1"
  ],
  "type": [
    "VerifiableCredential",
    "IdentificationDocumentCredential"
  ],
  "issuer": "did:web:grasslands.tribes.example",
  "validFrom": "2025-01-01T11:30:00Z",
  "credentialSubject": {
    "type": "Person",
    "name": ["John Doe", "Atohi"],
    "givenName": "John",
    "familyName": "Doe",
    "additionalName": "Atohi",
    "birthDate": "1985-05-15",
    "email": "john.doe@example.com",
    "telephone": "+1234567890",
    "image": "https://images.example/johndoe.jpg",
    "address": {
      "type": "PostalAddress",
      "streetAddress": "123 Neighborhood St",
      "addressLocality": "Anytown",
      "addressRegion": "UA",
      "postalCode": "12345",
      "addressCountry": "UTO"
    },
    "identificationDocument": {
      "type": "IdentificationDocument",
      "name": "Grasslands Tribal Identification Card",
      "documentNumber": "T1234567",
      "validUntil": "2030-05-15",
      "issuer": {
        "id": "did:web:tribes.grasslands.example",
        "name": "United Tribes of the Grasslands"
      }
    }
  }
}

`IdentificationDocument`

Identification Document

A document that serves to verify the identity of an individual, such as a passport or a driver's license.

Includes the range of:: identificationDocument
Domain of:: documentNumber, issuer, validUntil
In the domain of:: name

Relevant @context:: https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1

{
  "@context": "https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1",
  "type": "IdentificationDocument",
  "name": "Utopia Driver's License",
  "documentNumber": "U123456789",
  "validUntil": "2025-12-31"
  "issuer": {
    "id": "did:web:dmv.utopia.example",
    "name": "Utopia Department of Motor Vehicles"
  }
}

`Person`

Person

This term is formally defined in another vocabulary (as schema:Person), but is frequently used with this vocabulary and has been included to aid readability of this document.

A human being, typically distinguished from other animals by their capacity for language, reasoning, and social interaction.

Relevant @context:: https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1

{
  "@context": "https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1",
  "type": "Person",
  "name": "Rick Jimmy Smith",
  "givenName": "Rick",
  "familyName": "Smith",
  "additionalName": "Jimmy",
  "birthDate": "1982-02-30",
  "email": "rick.smith@email.example",
  "telephone": "+15552345678",
  "image": "https://images.example/ricksmith.jpg",
  "address": {
    "type": "PostalAddress",
    "streetAddress": "345 Circle St",
    "addressLocality": "Anytown",
    "addressRegion": "UA",
    "postalCode": "12345",
    "addressCountry": "UTO"
  },
  "identificationDocument": {
    "type": "IdentificationDocument",
    "name": "Utopia Driver's License",
    "documentNumber": "U987654321",
    "validUntil": "2029-02-30"
    "issuer": {
      "id": "did:web:dmv.utopia.example",
      "name": "Utopia Department of Motor Vehicles"
    }
  }
}

{
  "@context": "https://w3id.org/identification/v1rc1",
  "type": "Person",
  "name": ["John Doe", "Atohi"],
  "givenName": "John",
  "familyName": "Doe",
  "additionalName": "Atohi",
  "birthDate": "1985-05-15",
  "email": "john.doe@example.com",
  "telephone": "+1234567890",
  "image": "https://images.example/johndoe.jpg",
  "address": {
    "type": "PostalAddress",
    "streetAddress": "123 Neighborhood St",
    "addressLocality": "Anytown",
    "addressRegion": "UA",
    "postalCode": "12345",
    "addressCountry": "UTO"
  },
  "identificationDocument": {
    "type": "IdentificationDocument",
    "name": "Grasslands Tribal Identification Card",
    "documentNumber": "T1234567",
    "validUntil": "2030-05-15"
    "issuer": {
      "id": "did:web:tribes.grasslands.example",
      "name": "United Tribes of the Grasslands"
    },
  }
}

Introduction

Introduction to the Identification Document Vocabulary

Namespaces

@context files

Term definitions

Property definitions

additionalName

address

birthDate

documentNumber

email

familyName

givenName

identificationDocument

image

issuer

name

telephone

validUntil