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Old Oct 15, 2018 | 6:13 pm
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Originally Posted by oakland
A similar version of the technology is also in use for travelers entering the country through Dulles and 13 other international airports. The system notched an early win in August when just three days into operation it flagged an alleged imposter trying to enter the country on a false passport.
Experienced it today at LAX TB. All the APC kiosks were closed replaced by a very short US/Canada citizens line and an announcement that the customs form was not needed. You hand over your passport, perhaps get a few questions then your photo is taken and you are on your way assuming there is no problem.
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