ICA trials eye scans to boost border security

Iris scanning a more effective biometric tool than fingerprint verification, say experts

The trial, conducted at selected counters at Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints, and Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal, involves officers scanning travellers' iris images in addition to fingerprint verification.
The trial, conducted at selected counters at Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints, and Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal, involves officers scanning travellers' iris images in addition to fingerprint verification.ST PHOTO: SEAH KWANG PENG
News Editor
  • Published
    Aug 6, 2018, 5:00 am SGT
New: Gift this subscriber-only story to your friends and family

Eye scans for Singaporeans and permanent residents are being trialled at Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints, and Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal, as part of plans by Singapore's border agency to better secure the borders.

The trial, conducted at selected counters at the three checkpoints, involves officers scanning travellers' iris images in addition to fingerprint verification, an Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) spokesman told The Straits Times.

Please or to continue reading the full article.

Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month

  • Latest headlines and exclusive stories
  • In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content
  • Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months*
Subscribe now

*Terms and conditions apply.

Join ST's Telegram channel here and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.

A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on August 06, 2018, with the headline 'ICA trials eye scans to boost border security'. Subscribe
Topics: