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Biometric Passport

A Biometric Passport, commonly known as an e-passport, incorporates advanced security features including a chip with the holder's biographical data and biometrics, like fingerprints or facial recognition.

Features

• Embedded electronic microprocessor chip.

• Contains biographical data: name, date of birth, and other personal details.

• Biometric information: fingerprints, facial recognition, and sometimes iris recognition.

Advantages

• Enhanced security, harder to forge or tamper with.

• Faster immigration checks using automated e-passport gates.

• Aligns with international passport standards.

How to Recognize

• Look for a rectangular symbol at the bottom of the passport cover.

• Typically have thicker covers due to the embedded chip.