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U.S. Entry Points to Utilize Biometrics

As part of the effort to track foreign visitors in the U.S., a new program is being instituted to quickly check databases for expired tourist visas, and fingerprint comparisons.

The U.S. VISIT ( Visitor Immigrant Status Indication Technology) will, when fully implemented, allow not only for visa checks, but may also incorporate iris scans and/or digital photos for the purpose of identifying foreigners entering the country.

MM [18:46]