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Biometrics Locations: Seaports

Seaports with Biometrics Technology

Everything about a cruise should be relaxing, including getting on and off the ship. CBP’s biometric facial comparison technology has reduced debarkation times by up to 30%, allowing you to sail through CBP processing in record time.

CBP is leading the transformation of the travel experience through biometric facial comparison technology, in partnership with the cruise line industry and technology partners, which all play a critical role.

  • Types of Biometrics Technology Available at Seaports

    • Declaration Zone: An established concept wherein travelers provide an initial declaration via a selection of a departure path. Travelers select between two (2) clearly marked paths demonstrating that they have ‘Items to Declare’ or ‘Nothing to Declare.’
    • Entry: A biometric security solution that uses an individual’s unique physical characteristics—such as fingerprints, facial features—for identity verification as part of the United States immigration system of control and access. 
  • Learn More About Declaration Zones

    Get informed about Declaration Zones, one of the techniques CBP uses to improve the traveler experience.

Which Seaports Feature Biometrics Technology?

Alabama

  • Mobile, AL
    Biometrics Technology Available: Entry

Alaska

California

Florida

Hawaii

International

Louisiana

Maine

Maryland

  • Baltimore, MD
    Biometrics Technology Available: Declaration Zones, Entry

Massachusetts

Michigan

Minnesota

  • Duluth, MN
    Biometrics Technology Available: Entry

New Jersey

  • Bayonne, NJ
    Biometrics Technology Available: Declaration Zones, Entry

New York

Ohio

Puerto Rico

South Carolina

Texas

U.S. Virgin Islands

Virginia

  • Norfolk, VA
    Biometrics Technology Available: Declaration Zones, Entry

Washington

Last Modified: Apr 17, 2025