Fordham ID

Set up your eID

1. Download the Fordham Mobile App to your phone from the App Store for iOS or Google Play for Android
2. Open the app and sign in by clicking on the avatar on the top right. Use your Fordham credentials.
3. Go to Home (bottom left corner).
4. Click eID Access and click Get Access Code.
5. Click Upload Your Photo and follow the instructions to upload the photo that will appear on your eID.
6. After uploading, go to Select or Convert ID Type. If you are a new student, click Submit to Activate Your Electronic ID. Everyone else can choose Electronic ID Opt-in/Out and click Submit.
7. You'll see an invitation code at the bottom of the screen - copy it.
8. Go back to the app home page.
9. Click eID Campus Access and click Add an ID.
10. Paste the code you copied to activate your mobile ID.

How to use your eID on campus

1. Unlock your mobile device and open the Fordham Mobile App.
2. Hold the back of your device up to the ID reader for 10 seconds.

Important Notes:

• Your mobile device needs to be unlocked with the app running in order to tap.
• You do NOT need to log in with MFA or display your eID for the tap to work.
• Your eWallet will pop up when tapping, but your information is not being read.
• Ensure your mobile device and Fordham Mobile App are enabled with Bluetooth and location services. Android devices will also need NFC enabled.
• We recommend keeping the app always running in the background to easily tap throughout the day.

Set up your Fordham ID in Wallet

1. Download the Fordham Mobile App to your phone from the App Store for iOS or Google Play for Android
2. Sign in to the app by clicking on the avatar on the top right. Use your Fordham credentials.
3. Click on the Menu (bottom right corner).
4. Scroll down to the Additional Resources section and click Fordham ID Setup.
5. If you currently have an eID, click Migrate My eID to Wallet, then click Get Started. Everyone else should click Select or Convert ID Type and continue with Fordham ID in Wallet. 
6. If you haven’t uploaded a photo previously, select Update Your Photo first. This photo will appear on your ID.
7. If you are a new student, click Submit to Activate Your Electronic ID. Everyone else can choose Fordham ID in Wallet and click Submit.
8. Follow the on-screen steps to add your Fordham ID card to your wallet.
9. Your Fordham ID in Wallet should be ready to use within a few minutes of adding it to your wallet.

How to use your Fordham ID in Wallet on campus

Hold the front of your device up to the ID reader for a few seconds.

Important Notes of distinction:

• Fordham ID in wallet does not require you to unlock your phone or open your wallet app to use - just hold your phone to the reader.
• View your Fordham ID in wallet without logging into MFA.
• Android users will need to enable NFC on their device.
• Your eWallet will pop up your Fordham ID in wallet when tapping.

Physical ID Cards

While we highly recommend the eID for its ease of use and security features, we understand that there may be circumstances where a physical ID card will be necessary. If you do not have a compatible device or have a specific accessibility need and require a physical ID card, please fill out the exemption form. Your request will be reviewed, and if approved you will be issued a physical ID Card.

• Hold your physical ID card near a scanner for a few seconds to use it.
• If you currently have a physical ID card, you can still continue to use it around campus.
• Keep it with you at all times & guard your card as you would any important document. Do not lend your card to anyone for any reason.
• Card replacement: If you lose your physical ID card, the cost to replace it is $30. Visit a Physical ID Service Center to replace your card (see below).
• If you would like to switch to an eID, follow the setup instructions above.

New employees receive specific instructions on how to obtain their ID cards from Human Resources during the hiring process.

Set up your eID

1. Download the Fordham Mobile App to your phone from the App Store for iOS or Google Play for Android
2. Open the app and click Menu (bottom right corner).
3. Scroll down to Additional Resources section and click Fordham ID Setup.
4. Sign in with your Fordham credentials.
5. Click Upload Your Photo and follow the instructions to upload the photo that will appear on your eID.
6. After uploading, click Electronic ID Opt-in/Out. 
7. Choose Electronic eID, scroll down, and click Submit.
8. You’ll see an activation code—copy it.
9. Go back to the app home page and click eID Campus Access.
10. Paste the code you copied to activate your mobile ID.

How to use your eID on Campus

1. Unlock your mobile device and open the Fordham Mobile App.
2. Hold the back of your device up to the ID reader for 10 seconds.

Important Notes:

• Your mobile device needs to be unlocked with the app running in order to tap.
• You do NOT need to log in with MFA or display your eID for the tap to work.
• Your eWallet will pop up when tapping, but your information is not being read.
• Ensure your mobile device and Fordham Mobile App are enabled with Bluetooth and location services. Android devices will also need NFC enabled.
• We recommend keeping the app always running in the background to easily tap. 

Set up your Fordham ID in Wallet

1. Download the Fordham Mobile App to your phone from the App Store for iOS or Google Play for Android
2. Sign in to the app by clicking on the avatar on the top right. Use your Fordham credentials.
3. Click on the Menu (bottom right corner).
4. Scroll down to the Additional Resources section and click Fordham ID Setup.
5. If you currently have an eID, click Migrate My eID to Wallet, then click Get Started. Everyone else should click Select or Convert ID Type and continue with Fordham ID in Wallet. 
6. If you haven’t uploaded a photo previously, select Update Your Photo first. This photo will appear on your ID.
7. Choose Fordham ID in Wallet and click Submit.
8. Follow the on-screen steps to add your Fordham ID card to your wallet.
9. Your eID should be ready to use within a few minutes of adding it to your wallet.

How to use your Fordham ID in Wallet on campus

Hold the front of your device up to the ID reader for a few seconds.

Important Notes:

• Fordham ID in wallet does not require you to unlock your phone or open your wallet app to use - just hold your phone to the reader.
• View your Fordham ID in wallet without logging into MFA.
• Android users will need to enable NFC on their device.
• Your eWallet will pop up your Fordham ID in Wallet when tapping.

Physical ID Cards

While we highly recommend the eID for its ease of use and security features, we understand that there may be circumstances where a physical ID card will be necessary. If you do not have a compatible device or have a specific accessibility need and require a physical ID card, please fill out the exemption form. Your request will be reviewed, and if approved you will be issued a physical ID Card.

• Hold your physical ID card near a scanner for a few seconds to use it.
• If you currently have a physical ID card, you can still continue to use it around campus.
• Keep it with you at all times & guard your card as you would any important document. Do not lend your card to anyone for any reason.
• Card replacement: If you lose your physical ID card, the cost to replace it is $30. Visit a Physical ID Service Center to replace your card (see below).
• If you would like to switch to an eID, follow the setup instructions above.