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ByJeremy Richards
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Beginning December 26, 2025, Canadians crossing the U.S. border will notice a new step—facial recognition. The U.S. is expanding biometric screening to all travelers at airports, land crossings, and seaports. Here’s what Canadians should know about the rule, privacy protections, and how it affects cross-border travel.
ByJeremy Richards
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has launched a facial biometric pilot program at the Peace Bridge Port of Entry in Buffalo, NY. This test automates identity verification for travelers arriving in the U.S. by vehicle, using advanced biometric technology in select lanes. Travelers can opt out by using non-biometric lanes. The pilot runs through March 2025 to evaluate the system’s performance in winter conditions.