Are flights without physical documents closer than ever? The International Air Transport Association (IATA) refers to international biometric trials conducted to create a "future of seamless airport transit through biometric identification and digital wallets" - implementation is subject to government decisions
U.S. authorities are tightening their control systems. New requirements include selfies, personal data collection, expanded biometric data, social network exposure, and submitting applications through a dedicated app
More than facial recognition at the terminal: Indonesian airports are first in the world to launch a corridor that allows passengers to pass without stopping or showing a passport; the Seamless Corridor will replace border controllers
IATA's One ID program advocates for universal digital identity standards, allowing travelers to verify their travel documents and navigate airports using biometric identification instead of traditional physical documents
Europe is getting ready to launch a new biometric border era with EES in October 2025, followed by ETIAS travel authorisation
