Oman today_ The electronic gates at Muscat International Airport assist citizens and residents in completing the immigration process swiftly and without human interaction. This system, utilizing facial recognition, is more advanced than older fingerprint-based gates and reduces the time required for procedures. However, some travelers, particularly residents, may still face issues with card rejection due to technical reasons. The Royal Oman Police suggests that individuals create their digital ID on a mobile app so that in the future, the entire immigration process can be completed using a mobile device. An IATA survey indicates that Middle Eastern travelers have the highest inclination towards using well-equipped airports, with many welcoming biometric and digital technologies for a faster and more convenient airport experience. A significant percentage of travelers are willing to share their immigration data before travel to speed up airport processes. Additionally, most prefer using biometrics over traditional passports, although there are concerns regarding data protection.
E-gates streamline travel at Muscat International Airport
