German government brings back free PIN reset service for eID card (heise.de)

• Free PIN reset service for German eID card to be reinstated
• Tax-funded to assist citizens with lost PINs
• Relevant for EUDI Wallet implementation
• Exact timeline and modalities yet to be announced

"The German government is reintroducing a tax-funded free PIN reset service for the electronic ID card (ePerso). Many citizens have lost their PIN, hindering use of online functions. The service is also important for the upcoming EUDI Wallet, which requires secure eID authentication. The move comes after previous discontinuation of a similar service."