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flag Effective Dec. 26, 2025, noncitizens must provide facial biometrics when entering or leaving the U.S. at all ports, expanding security screening.

flag The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has implemented a rule effective December 26, 2025, requiring facial biometric data collection from all noncitizens entering or exiting the U.S. at airports, land ports, seaports, and other transportation points, including private aircraft and sea exits. flag The policy removes previous exemptions for diplomats and most Canadian visitors, expanding biometric screening to enhance national security, prevent visa fraud, and detect overstays. flag Noncitizen data will be stored in the DHS Biometric Identity Management System for up to 75 years, while U.S. citizen photos collected voluntarily are deleted within 12 hours. flag Travelers who decline biometric screening may undergo manual inspection. flag The rule, based on a 2017 executive order, aims to strengthen the biometric entry-exit system, with officials emphasizing data safeguards and improved border security. flag U.S. citizens are not subject to the requirement but may opt in.

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