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Miami Herald
6 days ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
Travelers from Korea to Atlanta to get faster baggage screening
Aug. 13 (UPI) -- Travelers from Seoul to Atlanta soon will be able to more-quickly travel through security and perhaps make their connections more easily, thanks to a new partnership with the United States. U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced a collaboration with the Republic of Korea and aviation security authorities at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The partnership expands CBP's International Remote Baggage Screening program, which allows passengers traveling from Incheon International Airport to enter the United States faster, a press release said. "By leveraging advanced technology and enhancing our processes, we are driving innovation in air travel that adds an extra layer of security while streamlining the entry process for international travel," said Acting Executive Assistant Commissioner of CBP's Office of Field Operations Diane J. Sabatino in a statement. The new IRBS system X-rays travelers' luggage and transmits the scans to Atlanta so CBP can see them while the passengers are in flight. This prevents the passengers from having to re-check their bags when they land in Atlanta, which can take significant time. But CBP can still refer a passenger and their luggage for further inspection after landing. The program was first announced in April 2025 and began operations at the Los Angeles International Airport for flights arriving from Sydney International Airport, in Australia. Sabatino said in April that the program will eventually roll out to other airports and countries. Copyright 2025 UPI News Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
UPI
6 days ago
- Business
- UPI
Travelers from Korea to Atlanta to get faster baggage screening
Soon visitors from Seoul to Atlanta will be able to speed through the arrival process and more easily make their conneciton with the International Remote Baggage Screening Program. The program began in April in Los Angeles with visitors from Sydney. File Photo (2022) by Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo Aug. 13 (UPI) -- Travelers from Seoul to Atlanta soon will be able to more-quickly travel through security and perhaps make their connections more easily, thanks to a new partnership with the United States. U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced a collaboration with the Republic of Korea and aviation security authorities at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The partnership expands CBP's International Remote Baggage Screening program, which allows passengers traveling from Incheon International Airport to enter the United States faster, a press release said. "By leveraging advanced technology and enhancing our processes, we are driving innovation in air travel that adds an extra layer of security while streamlining the entry process for international travel," said Acting Executive Assistant Commissioner of CBP's Office of Field Operations Diane J. Sabatino in a statement. The new IRBS system X-rays travelers' luggage and transmits the scans to Atlanta so CBP can see them while the passengers are in flight. This prevents the passengers from having to re-check their bags when they land in Atlanta, which can take significant time. But CBP can still refer a passenger and their luggage for further inspection after landing. The program was first announced in April 2025 and began operations at the Los Angeles International Airport for flights arriving from Sydney International Airport, in Australia. Sabatino said in April that the program will eventually roll out to other airports and countries.
Vancouver Sun
26-06-2025
- Vancouver Sun
U.S. border processing streamlined via facial recognition at Toronto Pearson, Montreal-Trudeau
Americans and other pre-approved visitors travelling to the U.S. through two of Canada's biggest and busiest airports can benefit from faster border processing times this summer, thanks to new facial recognition technology rolled out by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. In anticipation of this summer's FIFA Club World Cup in the U.S., in late May, the agency introduced two new initiatives aimed at 'streamlining lawful travel' — Enhanced Passenger Processing at Montreal-Pierre Trudeau International and Seamless Border Entry at Toronto Pearson International. 'By leveraging advanced technologies and mobile applications, we are transforming inspections at airports into a seamless, touchless process, enabling faster risk identification and efficient processing of legitimate visitors,' stated Diane J. Sabatino, CBP's acting Executive Assistant Commissioner. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Here's what you need to know: How does Enhanced Passenger Processing work? When U.S. citizens head for the CBP checkpoint, they'll approach a tablet which automatically takes their photo when they stand in front of it and uses the facial biometric information to match it with an existing passport in the database. If approved, the traveller can carry on without having to show their passport or interact with CBP officers. Those denied will need to check in with an officer for identity confirmation and risk assessment. 'It's really a game-changer for us in how we welcome U.S. citizens back home,' Sabatino said at a news conference at Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) International Airport at the time, per travel website That Points Guy. Montreal is just one of 11 airports with EPP and the only one in Canada. À tous nos voisins américains en visite à Montréal cet été ! Bonne nouvelle ! YUL Montréal-Trudeau est le tout premier... EPP is also available at international airports in Orlando, Denver, Charlotte, Seattle, Chicago O'Hare, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Cross Border Xpress in San Diego and Dublin, Ireland. Since its trial introduction at U.S. airports last fall, CBP said it has seen a 25 per cent reduction in wait times, per Fox 4 in Dallas-Fort Worth. At DFW, the Points Guy reported that EPP has reduced wait times for non-citizens by more than 15 minutes as more officers were available to process their arrivals. How does Seamless Border Entry work? This new initiative builds upon Global Entry, the existing membership-based trusted traveller program already offered by CBP to expedite the arrival and screening process launched in 2008. For a US$120 fee, travellers, including approved foreign nationals, benefit from reduced wait times through special queues, aren't required to fill out paperwork and get a Transportation Security Authority (TSA) PreCheck, an expedited security screening. Like EPP, Seamless Border Entry technology also photographs and assesses the traveller as they pass through a screening area overseen by CBP officers, but it does so without them even needing to stop walking. Outside of Toronto's Pearson, it's also available at international hubs in Los Angeles, Miami, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Newark, and George Bush Continental Airport in Houston. Our website is the place for the latest breaking news, exclusive scoops, longreads and provocative commentary. Please bookmark and sign up for our daily newsletter, Posted, here .
USA Today
10-06-2025
- USA Today
You might be able to get through customs quicker at these airports
You might be able to get through customs quicker at these airports Show Caption Hide Caption Safeguard your data privacy while flying and sharing on social media These important data privacy tips can protect you when flying and sharing content on social media. U.S. Customs and Border Protection is implementing new technologies to expedite the customs process for international travelers. Enhanced Passenger Processing (EPP) uses automated photo capture to pre-screen U.S. citizens at various airports and border crossings. Seamless Border Entry further expedites screening for Global Entry members at select airports using "On The Move" technology to speed up screening. Travelers returning to the U.S. will have new ways to navigate customs this summer at many major airports and border crossing points, and they may be able to avoid waiting in long lines after getting off a long flight. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) highlighted two technologically enhanced screening options that make passport processing faster for arriving passengers using upgraded biometric screening technologies at various checkpoints. "CBP is committed to enhancing national security while streamlining lawful travel," CBP's Acting Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino said in a statement. "By leveraging advanced technologies and mobile applications, we are transforming inspections at airports into a seamless, touchless process, enabling faster risk identification and efficient processing of legitimate visitors." Enhanced Passenger Processing is available to all U.S. citizens, but Seamless Border Entry requires Global Entry enrollment. Here's what travelers need to know about these CBP upgrades and where they can take advantage of them on their next trip. Enhanced Passenger Processing Enhanced Passenger Processing uses automatic photo capturing at checkpoints to notify CBP officers about travelers' details before they reach the passport check. According to the CBP, the assessment provided by the EPP array includes biometric confirmation, entry eligibility and the need for enforcement before the passenger reaches the agent. That profile allows the screening to happen faster. EPP is available for the U.S. at these CBP locations, according to the agency: Orlando International Airport Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport Denver International Airport Charlotte Douglas International Airport Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Cross Border Xpress (San Diego/Tijuana) Chicago O'Hare International Airport Los Angeles International Airport Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Dublin Airport (Ireland) Seamless Border Entry Global Entry members can benefit from even faster screening at some airports. CBP is using "On The Move" technology, which screens passengers as they move through the terminal rather than requiring them to process them at a kiosk. According to CBP, Seamless Border Entry allows Global Entry enrollees "to move through the inspection process seamlessly with minimal interaction with a CBP officer, depending on officer discretion." Seamless Border Entry is available at these CBP locations, according to the agency: Los Angeles International Airport Miami International Airport Washington Dulles International Airport Chicago O'Hare International Airport Newark Liberty International Airport George Bush Continental Airport Toronto Pierson International Airport (Canada) Travelers who do not have Global Entry and do not wish to participate in EPP can also take advantage of CBP's Mobile Passport Control app to streamline their experience at the border. Zach Wichter is a travel reporter and writes the Cruising Altitude column for USA TODAY. He is based in New York and you can reach him at zwichter@
Miami Herald
29-05-2025
- Miami Herald
New relief for international travelers to the U.S. amid Trump-era restrictions
As immigration controls tighten under the Trump administration, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has released a series of announcements that could make travel easier for international visitors this summer. The federal agency is implementing several measures to streamline the entry process at U.S. airports ahead of a busy season that is expected to bring millions of travelers from around the world. CBP is actively encouraging international passengers to take advantage of mobile tools designed to make their arrival to the U.S. faster and more efficient. CBP technology streamlines entry process for international travelers 'CBP is committed to enhancing national security while streamlining lawful travel,' said CBP Acting Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino. 'By leveraging advanced technologies and mobile applications, we are transforming inspections at airports into a seamless, touchless process, enabling faster risk identification and efficient processing of legitimate visitors,' she added in a news release. This summer also marks the debut of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, scheduled from June 14 to July 13. The tournament, hosted for the first time in the United States, is expected to draw millions of international visitors — alongside the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026. Together, the events could bring in up to 10 million foreign travelers, according to CBP estimates. Read more: Skip the REAL ID and the passport: This $65 card can get you through TSA in 2025 CBP's modernization efforts include Enhanced Passenger Processing (EPP), which uses auto-capture photo technology to conduct a complete customs assessment: biometric verification, eligibility checks and enforcement review — before a traveler even meets a CBP officer. Another option, Seamless Border Entry (SBE), combines the Trusted Traveler Programs framework with 'On the Move' technology. This system allows Global Entry members to move through inspection with little or no interaction with a CBP officer, depending on officer discretion, authorities said. SBE is currently available at select airports, including Miami International, Los Angeles International, Washington Dulles, Chicago O'Hare, Newark Liberty, George Bush Intercontinental and Toronto Pearson. CBP also offers a suite of free mobile applications, available through the Google Play Store, Apple App Store, or via the CBP Mobile Apps Directory. These tools allow eligible travelers to submit passport information in advance and speed up their inspection upon arrival. U.S. entry requirements in 2025: What visa waiver travelers need to know Travelers entering under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) can use the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) mobile app to submit applications via smartphones, tablets, or other mobile devices. ESTA is also available online for those unable to download the app. Regardless of how travelers enter the U.S., CBP reminds all visitors that they must meet legal requirements, present proper documentation, undergo background checks and inspections, and comply with the terms of their visa or authorization. Read more: Just days after Trump's inauguration, USCIS updates a crucial U.S. green card requirement 'If statutes or visa terms are violated, travelers may be subject to detention and removal,' the agency warns. 'A visa is a privilege, not a right, and only those who respect our laws and follow the proper procedures will be welcomed.' Throughout the Trump administration, U.S. embassies and federal agencies have reiterated the importance of adhering to the 90-day limit allowed under ESTA. Domestically, CBP continues to enforce stricter identity controls for U.S.-bound travelers through the implementation of REAL ID, which went into effect on May 7, 2025, for boarding international flights.
