What IDEMIA does

IDEMIA is a France-headquartered global provider of biometric and cryptographic identity solutions, operating two divisions: IDEMIA Secure Transactions (payment, connectivity, and cybersecurity) and IDEMIA Public Security (biometric identity for travel, access control, justice, and public safety). The company serves 600+ government agencies, 1,900+ financial institutions and FinTechs, 500+ mobile operators, and 2,000+ enterprises across more than 180 countries, with operations on six continents and a workforce of 12,500+ including 3,000+ R&D engineers representing 80 nationalities. Revenue for FY2024 was €2.8B+, with the company majority-owned by private equity firm Advent International.

IDEMIA's core technology stack centers on government-grade biometrics and cryptography. Differentiated offerings include algorithms ranked #1 in NIST FRVT (facial recognition), NIST ELFT (latent fingerprint, with the idemia+0008 algorithm achieving ~2-minute search time), NIST iris recognition, and NIST contactless-to-contact fingerprint capture. Flagship products include BORDERGUARD for border control, F.CODE biometric payment cards (fingerprint replaces PIN, stored in card secure element), MOTION CODE dynamic CVV, MorphoWave contactless ten-fingerprint capture, the MBSS multi-biometric identification system, OneLook walk-through face+iris capture, and a tokenization platform spanning 500M+ device tokens across ~30 payment networks (Roam2Pay). The company holds 1,500+ active patent families in 84 countries and has invested €1B in R&D over five years.

Revenue is generated through long-term government contracts (TSA PreCheck enrollment via 500+ U.S. centers, national ID programs, border control deployments), payment card issuance and personalization for 1,900+ financial institutions, eSIM licensing and connectivity management for 500+ mobile operators and OEMs (including Hyundai Motor Group), and hardware/software sales for security infrastructure including Hardware Security Modules and post-quantum cryptographic libraries. GTM combines direct enterprise sales to governments and large banks, channel partnerships with systems integrators (Leidos, Nevetal, Elenium, Intercede, Indicio), OEM/embedded distribution (Hyundai, Telefónica/Vodafone/MasOrange), and direct-to-consumer mobile ID distribution through Apple, Samsung, and Google Wallets. The company is currently in restructuring: IDEMIA Smart Identity was sold to IN Groupe in July 2025, and Amadeus IT SA announced an intention to acquire IDEMIA Public Security for €1.2B (~$1.4B) at 9.8x EV/EBITDA, expected to close mid-2027.

Name

IDEMIA

Legal name

IDEMIA France SAS

Website

https://idemia.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

IDEMIA is a France-based global leader in biometrics and cryptography serving governments, financial institutions, mobile operators, and enterprises across 180+ countries through two divisions: IDEMIA Secure Transactions and IDEMIA Public Security.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Biometric Identity & Security Technology

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

akta.pro primary industry

Identity Verification & Proofing (IDV, KYC, Biometrics) (HDADAAAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Identity Verification (IDV) & Document Verification (FSAMALAE), Digital Identity, Biometrics & eGate Enablement (THALAPAE)

Keywords

• Biometric identification systems
• Secure payment cards
• Digital identity verification
• ESIM connectivity solutions
• Border control technology

Headquarters

HQ city

Courbevoie

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Government Identity & Security Contracts: Long-term contracts with government agencies for biometric identification, border control, national ID programs, and public safety solutions. Revenue is project-based with multi-year delivery timelines. Includes secure credential issuance (passports, IDs, driver's licenses) for governments. Revenues are resilient due to essential nature of services in highly regulated government markets.
2. Payment Card Issuance & Personalization: Design, manufacture, and personalization of payment cards for financial institutions. Includes metal cards, biometric cards (F.CODE), illuminating cards (Starlight), and sustainable cards (GREENPAY). Revenue from card unit sales and personalization services across a network of 30+ service centers worldwide.
3. eSIM & Connectivity Solutions: eSIM technology, management platforms, and secure connectivity for consumer devices, IoT, and automotive. Includes GSMA-certified eSIM provisioning, SGP.32 IoT solutions, and OTA platform services. Revenue from SIM/cards, platform licensing, and connectivity management services.
4. Cybersecurity & Cryptography: Hardware Security Modules (HSM), quantum-ready cryptographic libraries, post-quantum security consulting, and tokenization platforms. Revenue from HSM hardware sales, software licensing, and professional services for security transformation.
5. TSA PreCheck Enrollment Services: As an authorized TSA PreCheck enrollment provider since 2013, IDEMIA operates 500+ enrollment centers nationwide. Revenue from enrollment fees for trusted traveler program membership processing.
6. Border Control & Travel Solutions: Biometric eGates, automated border control systems (BORDERGUARD), CAT-2 credential authentication, and passenger processing platforms for airports, cruise operators, and border agencies. Revenue from hardware, software licenses, and system integration services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

IDEMIA designs, manufactures, and deploys identity and security technologies including biometric identification systems, secure payment cards (contact, contactless, biometric, and dynamic CVV), eSIM and IoT connectivity solutions, government-issued secure credentials (passports, national IDs, driver's licenses), and border management systems. Offerings combine proprietary hardware (scanners, secure elements, chips), embedded software (biometric algorithms, cryptographic libraries), and managed services for enrollment, personalization, and identity verification.

Product overview

IDEMIA operates as a global leader in biometrics and cryptography with two market-leading divisions. IDEMIA Secure Transactions provides payment (card issuance, digital payment solutions, F.CODE biometric cards, MOTION CODE, GREENPAY sustainability solutions), connectivity (eSIM technology, IoT security, connected car solutions), and cybersecurity (Hardware Security Modules, quantum-ready cryptographic libraries) solutions. IDEMIA Public Security delivers biometric identity solutions for travel (BORDERGUARD border control, PaXpress Sky/Sea/Rail passenger processing), access control, justice and public safety (MBSS, MorphoWave, MFACE, OneLook biometric systems), and North American identity (Mobile ID, driver's license solutions). The company secures billions of essential interactions across more than 180 countries, serving over 600 government organizations and 2,000+ enterprises.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST): Leading technology provider for safer and easier payment and connectivity solutions
• IDEMIA Public Security (IPS)
• IdentoGO
• BORDERGUARD
• PaXpress
• MorphoWave
• F.CODE
• MOTION CODE
• Starlight
• GREENPAY
• IMPACT

Products and services

• MorphoWave Touchless 3D fingerprint scanning device for high-throughput biometric enrollment and identification in airports, borders, and enterprise access control.
• MFACE Mobile facial recognition terminal for enrollment, verification, and access use cases.
• OneLook Multi-camera face and iris capture station for biometric enrollment programs.
• MBSS (Multi-Biometric Server System) Server platform for large-scale biometric identification (fingerprint, face, iris) used by civil ID, border, and law enforcement agencies.
• BORDERGUARD Automated border control e-gate solution with biometric verification for land, air, and sea borders.
• PaXpress Self-service passenger processing kiosks for cruise, airport, and rail travel covering embarkation, border, and identity checks.
• F.CODE Fingerprint-authenticated biometric payment card that replaces PIN at point of sale.
• Starlight Illuminating payment card with edge-lit design for differentiated bank branding and consumer appeal.
• MOTION CODE Payment card with a dynamic CVV code displayed on a mini-screen, periodically refreshing to reduce online fraud.
• GREENPAY Eco-designed payment cards using recycled, bio-sourced, or wood-based materials for sustainable bank programs.
• Black Contact Plate Premium black-finish contactless payment card for high-end bank card ranges.
• Mobile ID Verify Verification solution for mobile driver's licenses and digital state IDs presented via Apple Wallet, Samsung Wallet, or partner apps.
• IDEMIA eSIM Platforms GSMA-certified consumer, M2M, and IoT eSIM platforms with remote SIM provisioning and lifecycle management for mobile operators and OEMs.
• Hardware Security Module (HSM) Certified hardware security modules providing secure cryptographic key management for payments, identity, and government applications.
• Post-Quantum / Quantum-Ready Cryptographic Libraries Software libraries implementing post-quantum cryptographic algorithms (including KEM-based authentication) to protect identities, payments, and communications against future quantum threats.

Quantifiable outcome

• Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 4 has processed over 8 million passengers since October 2017 using IDEMIA's biometric boarding solution, reducing queues and enabling re-deployment of staff to customer service roles.
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

AI capability9 records

Feature16 records

Partnerships

26 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NevetalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 June 2026Strategic partnership to develop next-generation digital solutions for cruise guest processing. Combines IDEMIA's biometric and identity management capabilities with Nevetal's cruise and port operations expertise to streamline passenger handling from check-in through border and port control. Targets ports, cruise lines, and border agencies through a unified interoperable framework. Aims to reduce peak-period congestion and enhance security across the cruise ecosystem.
• reclaimminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 28 May 2026Collaboration to expand TSA PreCheck value beyond the security checkpoint. reclaim offers off-airport luggage delivery as a new travel benefit for eligible TSA PreCheck members. Initial offer: $35 for delivery of two pieces of luggage from accommodation to airport (30% discount) in Atlanta and Miami markets, with additional US markets planned for 2026. Partnership connects identity enrollment with off-airport logistics solutions.
• ApplecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 27 May 2026Partnership for Arkansas mobile driver's license and state ID in Apple Wallet. Allows Arkansans to present digital IDs at participating businesses, TSA checkpoints in 250+ airports, and for age/identity verification in apps or online. IDEMIA's Mobile ID Verify app enables businesses to accept mobile credentials without additional hardware.
• SamsungcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 30 April 2026Partnership enabling California mobile ID in Samsung Wallet. Californian residents with supported Samsung Galaxy devices (Android 12+) can store and use mobile driver's licenses or state IDs. Valid for biometric identity verification at TSA checkpoints at participating airports including LAX, SFO, and SAN. IDEMIA provides underlying technology while Samsung provides wallet platform distribution.
• IndiciocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2026Joint development of globally interoperable biometric identity verification software combining IDEMIA's biometric identity proofing and document verification with Indicio's verifiable credential platform (Indicio Proven). Solution targets financial services, banking, DeFi, and cross-border payments across Europe, Latin America, Africa, Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and North America. Addresses AI-driven deepfake and synthetic identity fraud. Leverages ISO/IEC 18013-5/-7 and EUDI standards.
• Tele2 IoTcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 March 2026Commercial launch of end-to-end IoT solution based on GSMA SGP.32 specification with Cisco. Combines IDEMIA's GSMA-certified eSIM ecosystem, Cisco's Mobility Services Platform with IoT Control Center, and Tele2 IoT's global connectivity. Eliminates need for different physical SIMs across regions. Claims to cut deployment times from months to minutes.
• CiscocoreTechnology or Integration · 2 March 2026Joint IoT solution with Tele2 IoT and IDEMIA using Cisco's Mobility Services Platform with IoT Control Center for SGP.32 eSIM management. Enables global IoT device connectivity provisioning from single platform.
• TrinsicminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 February 2026Strategic partnership to accelerate mobile driver's license (mDL) adoption across the U.S. Joint solution initially supports mDL acceptance in five states (New York, Arkansas, Iowa, West Virginia, and Kentucky). Trinsic serves as acceptance layer enabling organizations to securely accept IDEMIA-issued mobile credentials. Partnership aims to expand utility for existing mobile ID users and reduce fraud.
• EleniumcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 February 2026Global MoU combining Elenium's self-service automation platform with IDEMIA's biometric passenger processing and baggage identification technologies. Aims to create a unified identity layer across airport touchpoints from check-in through boarding, and digitize baggage management through AI-powered solutions. Collaboration draws on Elenium's experience serving 1.7+ billion passengers and IDEMIA's support for 250+ airports.
• AcceleronixcoreTechnology or Integration · 20 February 2026Launch of world's first quantum-safe In-Factory Profile Provisioning (IFPP) Early Access Program at MWC Barcelona 2026. Combines Acceleronix's factory orchestration platform and IDEMIA's quantum-safe IFPP binding and delivery technology with Tele2 IoT's managed global connectivity. Enables OEMs to preload quantum-safe connectivity profiles onto eSIMs during manufacturing using a single SKU.
• TelefónicacoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 1 January 2026Partnership for Spain's mandatory V-16 emergency beacon rollout. IDEMIA provides embedded secure SIM technology enabling beacons to transmit vehicle location to DGT 3.0 platform. Partnership is Europe's largest connected road-safety initiative, affecting up to 30 million vehicles. Beacons designed to operate reliably for minimum 12 years.
• VodafonecoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 1 January 2026Partnership for Spain's mandatory V-16 emergency beacon rollout alongside Téléfonica and MasOrange. IDEMIA's secure SIM enables connectivity for up to 30 million vehicles across Europe's largest connected road safety program.
• MasOrangecoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 1 January 2026Partnership for Spain's mandatory V-16 emergency beacon rollout alongside Téléfonica and Vodafone. IDEMIA's secure SIM enables connectivity for up to 30 million vehicles across Europe's largest connected road safety program.
• Tsuzuki Denki Co.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 3 December 2025Partnership to enhance access management solutions in Japan. Tsuzuki Denki serves as a distribution and implementation partner for IDEMIA Public Security's access control solutions in the Japanese market.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or Integration · 20 November 2025IDEMIA Public Security expanded collaboration with Microsoft as launch partner of Microsoft Entra Verified ID. Enables delivery of secure, digital verified credentials leveraging IDEMIA's biometric identity proofing within Microsoft's Entra identity platform. IDEMIA also provides eSIM connectivity services for Microsoft cloud infrastructure (e.g., Azure hosting for Hyundai partnership).
• LeidoscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership to deploy biometric-enabled eGates and Credential Authentication Technology (CAT-2) systems across U.S. airports. Combines IDEMIA's certified ID authentication and biometric-matching technologies with Leidos's checkpoint integration capabilities. Aims to modernize airport security infrastructure while improving passenger throughput. Note: Over $12 billion previously diverted from TSA's security accounts complicates funding picture.
• IntercedecoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration of IDEMIA Public Security's biometric devices and security keys into Intercede's MyID credential management system. Enables administrators to manage both FIDO and PKI credentials on IDEMIA hardware. IDEMIA PS devices are first on market to deliver FIDO authentication built on COSMO X platform certified to FIPS 201 PIV standard for U.S. federal employee and contractor identity verification. Intercede announced $1.5M licensing contracts from a large Federal Government agency.
• Hyundai Motor GroupcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerPartnership to deploy IDEMIA's eSIM and Connectivity Manager solution across Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicle brands globally. Enables dynamic mobile network operator switching and eliminates region-specific SIM variants. Deployment began 2025 starting in Middle East, hosted on Microsoft Azure Cloud. Supports millions of connected vehicles annually with seamless telematics, infotainment, and OTA software update capabilities.
• Payments Network Malaysia (PayNet)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership to enhance Malaysia's digital payment ecosystem through MyDebit network. Eleven banks rolling out digital payment capabilities using IDEMIA's tokenization platform. AmBank became first to enable MyDebit cards on mobile wallets for proximity and in-app payments using AES 256 encryption.
• TelefónicacoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership to integrate post-quantum cryptography into 5G environments through hybrid security models. IDEMIA Secure Transactions, which launched world's first quantum-safe 5G SIM, is working with Téléfonica for quantum-safe telecom infrastructure as standards mature.
• MastercardcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for scheme interoperability (Roam2Pay) enabling cross-border payments. Also collaboration on payment card accessibility guidelines (UK Finance Accessible Cards Code) alongside Visa and Idemia. Mastercard tokenization technology supports IDEMIA's digital payment solutions.
• VisacoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for scheme interoperability (Roam2Pay) and payment card accessibility guidelines. Visa tokenization technology supports IDEMIA's digital payment solutions across 500+ million device tokens provisioned globally.
• IndiciocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint white paper and solution combining IDEMIA's biometric identity proofing with Indicio's verifiable credential platform to address KYC compliance challenges and deepfake fraud. Positions technology as response to complex regulatory frameworks including U.S. GENIUS Act and Europe's MiCA regulation.
• Tsuzuki Denki Co.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership to enhance access management in Japan, combining IDEMIA's biometric access control with Tsuzuki Denki's local market expertise and distribution capabilities.
• MATARAT HoldingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrategic partnership with MATARAT Holding to advance digital transformation in Saudi Arabia's airports under Vision 2030. Expands IDEMIA's footprint in Middle East airport biometrics and passenger processing.
• eSIM GominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership to empower businesses with secure, scalable eSIM services across 190+ countries. eSIM Go serves as a channel partner distributing IDEMIA's eSIM solutions to enterprise customers globally.

Scale indicators20 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Thales Group: Thales is the most direct competitor to IDEMIA, offering government biometric IDs, secure payment cards, SIM/eSIM technology, and identity verification solutions. Both serve governments, banks, and mobile operators with overlapping product portfolios in national ID, border control, and digital security.
• NEC Corporation: NEC is a leading competitor in biometric facial recognition and identity solutions for government and law enforcement. It has consistently ranked alongside IDEMIA in NIST FRVT evaluations and serves similar border control, public safety, and national ID programs globally.
• HID Global (Assa Abloy): HID Global is a direct competitor in physical access control, biometric authentication, and government-to-citizen ID credentials. Both serve enterprise and government markets with identity and access management solutions, including mobile credentials and biometric readers.
• Veridos GmbH: Veridos is a direct competitor in government-issued identity documents (passports, ID cards, driver's licenses) and border management solutions. Joint venture between Giesecke+Devrient and Bundesdruckerei, competing for the same national ID and biometric passport contracts as IDEMIA.
• IN Groupe: IN Groupe acquired IDEMIA Smart Identity in July 2025 and is a direct competitor in physical and digital identity solutions for governments, particularly in Europe. Specializes in secure identity documents, national ID programs, and credential issuance.
• Giesecke+Devrient (G+D): G+D is a direct competitor in payment cards, SIM cards, eSIM, and government identity solutions. Parent of Veridos, competes with IDEMIA across secure transactions, connectivity, and government identity markets globally.

Emerging players

• Aware, Inc. Aware provides biometric software and SDKs for fingerprint, facial, and iris recognition, serving similar government and law enforcement markets. Smaller scale than IDEMIA but competes in biometric algorithm and software components.
• Daon: Daon specializes in digital identity verification and biometric authentication for financial services, government, and travel. Provides IDV and KYC solutions competing with IDEMIA's biometric identity proofing offerings.
• ID.me: ID.me provides digital identity verification and credentialing for US government agencies (TSA, IRS, VA) and enterprises. Competes with IDEMIA in identity proofing and verification, particularly for US federal and state government programs.
• Jumio: Jumio provides AI-powered digital identity verification and KYC/AML compliance for financial services. Competes with IDEMIA's biometric identity proofing in the financial services onboarding and fraud prevention market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat7 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/IdemiaGroup

Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles34 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds3 records

Investors1 record

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M&A3 records

Investments

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