Starting Dec. 26, travellers to and from the U.S. will be subject to mandatory photographs, with full implementation by 2026.
Breakdown
- The U.S. is expanding its facial biometrics program to photograph all international travellers entering and leaving the country. 19s
- Facial comparison technology has been used at airports for nearly a decade and is now being extended to all modes of transport. 30s
- Technology to photograph travellers inside vehicles at land borders is expected by 2026. 48s
- A new rule will soon make it mandatory for non-U.S. citizens to be photographed when entering or leaving the U.S. 1m 29s
- Some travellers, particularly Canadians, have expressed concerns about privacy and the lack of choice in the process. 1m 46s