New law paves way for passport-free, biometric clearance for Changi Airport departures from 2024

New law paves way for passport-free, biometric clearance for Changi Airport departures from 2024 .

Changes to Immigration Act will allow further digitalisation of the process while tightening border controls.

Bill includes provisions to better deal with pandemics, screen travellers before they enter Singapore .

MPs raised some concerns about moving to automated clearance, in particular cybersecurity risks and disruption from technological glitches.

For biometrics-enabled departures, Changi Airport Group will be bound by a data-sharing agreement with ICA .

The Minister for Home Affairs’ approval will be required to access and disclose the data, for purposes limited to what's stated in the Immigration Act , such as the enforcement of criminal law.