How to authenticate with EU Login
EU Login allows you to access European Commission services and/or other systems securely using different authentication methods.
You can sign in using:
- Password only – Your password is sufficient for logging in to your EU Login account’s page (MyAccount) – Most applications require stronger verification. This method will not be available.
- EU Login Mobile App – Used with a PIN code, a QR code, or On-Mobile authentication:
- PIN code – When your mobile device has internet access, enter your 4-digit PIN in the EU Login Mobile App.
- QR code – When your device is offline, scan a QR code with the app to generate a one-time password, which you then enter on your computer.
- On-Mobile authentication – When logging in from the same device where the app is installed, EU Login will trigger the app automatically. Enter your 4-digit PIN or use biometric authentication if enabled.
- Security Key, Trusted Platform (TPM) or Passkey – Hardware-based authentication , using smartphone device, which can be used as a Passkey for your account as well.
- Electronic ID (eID) – Authentication using your national electronic identity card (depending on your country’s supported eID scheme).
- Token or Token CRAM – Physical tokens that generate one-time passwords; standard tokens are available to European Commission staff, while Token CRAM is for specific DG CLIMA users.
Depending on the service you want to access, one or more of these methods may be available or required.
The following articles explain how to configure and use each option.
Trusted Platform, Security Key and Passkeys
You may authenticate in EU Login using a Security Key or your device's Trusted Platform Module. Additionally EU Login now support Passkeys.
Please refer to the following articles for additional guidance:
How can I add a Security Key or a Trusted Platform?
Sign in with an EU Login account using a Trusted Platform or Security Key.
Can I use Passkeys with EU Login?
Electronic Identity Card or eID
Depending on your National Administration, you may be able to use the eID authentication feature of EU Login.
Please refer to the articles for additional information:
How can I add my eID to my EU Login account?
Sign in with your electronic ID (eID)