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Old Jul 13, 2014 | 4:32 pm
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Originally Posted by flyerblueatlantic
Can a 16yr old traveler use the Automated Service? My niece in law is travelling for Christmas and a we want to know if she can use it? I heard the say its over 18 but is it a case of the airlines/airport DISCOURAGES using it, the officer behind the computer will flag her or the machines simply won't let her in?

I've checked the websites and it seems that some EU countries don't issue biometrics for children? But if the UK issues it, does it mean it can work?
Minor children/teenagers can certainly use APC kiosks in the US if they are seeking admittance into the US on the same kind of criteria as that which makes adults eligible for APC use. Photos of younger minors aren't taken by the machines so there is that difference.
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