Breeze-Through Immigration Clearance System on Trial Run at Tuas Checkpoint

The 'breeze-through' immigration clearance system's six-month trial run is underway at Tuas Checkpoint. The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) said the trial uses one of the automated arrival lanes in the checkpoint's bus hall.

"Travelers identity is verified using iris and facial images. A back-end system then verifies if the identified traveler holds a valid passport. Participants must not wear sunglasses, cap or other headgear when using the contactless immigration clearance lane."

Furthermore, the ICA said eligible travelers are not required to sign up prior to their trip. It explained that they can proceed to clear immigration through the designated lane upon their arrival at Tuas Checkpoint. "The contactless immigration system will enhance operational efficiency, yet maintain our high standards of traveler identity verification and security, and is a significant step towards ICA's vision of an efficient and hassle-free immigration clearance experience using biometric solutions."