Clear Dubai immigration in under 9 seconds with new fast-track service

Dubai - The new biometric systems have been deployed at 122 smart gates at arrival and departure terminals at the airports.

A new fast-track passport control service helps passengers clear immigration procedures in under nine seconds at the Dubai Airports.

The new biometric systems have been deployed at 122 smart gates at arrival and departure terminals at the airports, a top official has said.

This came as Major-General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director-General of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs - Dubai (GDRFA), delivered the welcome address at the Airport Security Forum at the Dubai Airport Show 2021.

“This system contributed to enhancing travellers' confidence in the emirate, as such precautionary measures in light of the (Covid-19) pandemic formed a safety umbrella for them.”

The integrated biometric contactless pathway was formally unveiled on February 22.

Utilising the latest biometric technology — a mix of facial and iris recognition — passengers can check in for their flight, complete immigration formalities, enter the lounge facilities, and board their flights by simply strolling through the airport.

Al Marri highlighted the UAE’s efforts in protecting and securing its ports and providing an “exceptional experience” for the travellers.

“The Covid-19 pandemic has greatly affected the aviation traffic globally. Despite the complete halt of air traffic worldwide, the UAE operated flights to evacuate Emiratis from around the world.

“Departure flights were operated for expatriates in the UAE who wished to go to their homeland amid the pandemic.”