Roll-out begins for passport-free airport e-gates
Summary
The UK has started using a new system at airports that lets travelers pass through e-gates without showing their passport. The system uses facial recognition technology to check their identity quickly, and it will be available at all UK airports by early 2027.Key Facts
- East Midlands Airport is the first UK airport to use the new passport-free e-gates system.
- The system uses facial recognition to match a traveler’s face with their immigration and passport data.
- This contactless system is up to 25% faster than showing a physical passport.
- If more checks are needed, travelers may still need to scan their passport or speak to a Border Force officer.
- Border Force officers will watch all e-gates and help passengers if needed.
- The system builds on recent changes that allow children aged eight and above to use e-gates.
- Other UK airports with standard e-gates include Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, and Edinburgh.
- The full rollout to all UK airports is expected by early 2027.
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