E-passport is an electronic passport with high security printing, an inlay including an antenna and a microprocessor, and other security features. An E-passport is a biometric passport which includes a chip, which can be used at the automated E-passport gates instead of having your passport checked by a Border Force officer.
E-passports and e-visas are used to authenticate a traveler's identity when crossing borders or entering into another country. This technology stores data about the traveler on a smart chip, which includes a unique identification number and a digital signature. It is more secure than traditional paper technology as it prevents data alteration and duplication. The data stored electronically on the chip is authenticated by PKI, thus making e-passport forgeries impossible. Facial, fingerprint, and iris recognition are major biometric modalities used for this process. Global E-passport and E-visa market to grow at a CAGR of 30.17 percent over the period 2014-2019. View more details of "E-passport and E-visa Market" @ http://www.bigmarketresearch.com/global-e-passport-and-e-visa-2015-2019-market