Orlando International Airport (MCO) is working with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to introduce a new biometric system for arriving passengers.
Called Enhanced Passenger Processing (EPP), the system uses facial recognition / matching to verify passengers and make the arrivals process more efficient for CBP and provide a better passenger experience.
Arriving U.S. citizens will have their photo captured to verify their identity and citizenship.
EPP matches passengers’ faces with images in passports, held in the CBP’s database.
Once verified, passengers can proceed to baggage claim with no more document checks.
CBP will begin EPP on select flights and expects to fully deploy EPP in time for the summer.
Participation in the program is voluntary. Passengers who prefer not to use the facial comparison system can opt for the standard screening process with a CBP officer.
The program is free and does not require pre-enrollment.
Lance Lyttle, Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA), which manages Orlando International Airport.:
“Technology is driving the way for more efficient passenger operations. Innovative programs like EPP can significantly reduce processing times for passengers, without compromising security.
“MCO saw an increase of more than 800,000 international arrivals in 2024 than in 2023, many of them U.S. citizens who would benefit from this program. We deeply value our partnership with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and thank them for their continued collaboration and support in helping us deliver a more seamless and secure experience for our international travelers.”
Supplier
GOAA has selected London-based, iProov, as its vendor to support EPP.
Andrew Bud, founder and CEO, iProov:
“Building on our strong relationships with key border agencies and the proven success of our on-the-move biometric screening, iProov is excited to support Orlando International Airport on EPP.
“Our biometric screening enhances the ability to accelerate international arrival processing while maintaining confidence in the identity of the individual.”
