Canada to mandate biometric collection from visa applicants in 29 countries
As reported previously in BiometricUpdate.com, beginning in 2013, Canada will require biometric information from nationals of 29 different countries when applying…
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Ukraine biometric passport law comes into force today, UN refugee agency says it falls short
The law introducing the biometric passport system in Ukraine came into force in the country yesterday, though the United Nations…
Canadian Forces looks to ramp up collection of biometric data
The Canadian Forces is ramping up its capacity to collect biometric data in case other federal government departments need to…
Ukraine president signs biometric e-passport law
Ukranian President Viktor Yanukovych has signed a law which will introduce biometric e-passports to Ukraine, KyivPost reports. This recently signed…
10th International Summer School on Biometrics to focus on emerging issues
The 2013 International Summer School on Biometrics takes place June 10-15, 2013 in Alghero, Italy and this year, promises to…
Lebanon to introduce biometric passports in 2014
Lebanon is looking to introduce biometric passports to its citizens as of 2014. This is in line with the International…
Australian SmartGates open up to U.S. passengers
Following the successful use of SmartGate system in Australia, the Australian Customs and Border Protection Service, along with U.S. Customs…
Canada to start capturing biometrics of temporary residents
Beginning in 2013, citizens from countries or territories for which Canada requires biometric information must appear in person to have…
Taiwanese electronic passport application fees set to drop in 2013
Taiwanese citizens will pay less when applying for the country’s electronic passports in 2013 as the Legislative Yuan passed a…
Suprema facilitates biometric passport project in Mexico
Suprema Inc., a provider of biometrics and identification solutions, announced that the company will be providing passport readers and authentication…
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