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How does face-scan work?
Facial recognition technology uses unique features of a person's face to verify their identity. At the e-gates, a camera scans the traveller's face and compares it against the image stored in immigration and passport databases. This allows for a quick and contactless check, confirming the traveller's identity without needing to physically present a passport, as now operational at East Midlands Airport.
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