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EU Introduces Advanced Biometric System for Border Security
Key Points
- The EU has launched the shared biometric matching service (sBMS) to improve identity verification and visa processing
New Fingerprint and Facial Recognition Technology Enhances Traveler Screening
The European Commission announced the launch of the shared biometric matching service (sBMS) on 19 May 2025, introducing advanced fingerprint matching and facial recognition for the first time.
sBMS aims to enhance traveler identity verification, strengthen EU border security and streamline visa and asylum processing. As the first step in the EU’s interoperability framework, sBMS is delivered by eu-LISA, the agency overseeing technical implementation.
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