Biometric Passport
A biometric passport, also known as an e-passport, is a type of identification document that includes a microchip embedded in the cover. This chip stores the passport holder's personal information, such as their name and date of birth, along with biometric data like a digital photograph and fingerprints. This technology enhances security by making it harder to forge or alter the passport. When travelers go through airport controls, the passport can be scanned, allowing for quicker verification of identity through facial recognition and other biometrics, streamlining the travel process while improving safety against identity theft and fraud.
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A biometric passport, also known as an e-passport, is a travel document that contains a microchip embedded in the cover. This chip stores biometric data, such as your facial image and fingerprints, which allows for secure identification. When you pass through border control, this data can be scanned and compared to verify your identity. Biometric passports enhance security, reduce fraud, and streamline travel, as they often allow for automated processing at airports. They typically have a distinctive symbol on the cover indicating that they are equipped with this technology.