Automated immigration lanes at Changi already use the technology, but the new measures will allow people to enjoy a more"seamless" experience when passing through the airport.
Communications minister Josephine Teo said Singapore will become"one of the first few countries in the world" to introduce such changes. The opening phase of the scheme is expected to be available in the early part of next year through the introduction of QR code scanning points. The upcoming changes follow an amendment to Singapore's immigration laws on Monday, which makes it easier for biometric clearance to be used at airports and other checkpoints.
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