Heads up, travelers! New biometric eGateswill soon be available at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), making immigration processing easier and more efficient.
The New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) just announced on Nov. 22 that the airport is getting a major tech upgrade with the new immigration eGates powered by Amadeus, one of the biggest global travel-tech companies. These eGates will be operated by the Bureau of Immigration and will use passport scanning and facial recognition to speed up border control, which means shorter lines and a smoother airport experience for travelers.
The rollout will happen in phases at Terminals 1 and 3, NAIA’s international hubs, with the first set to go live by December 2025. Full deployment is expected early next year. Once everything’s in place, the eGates will work hand in hand with the biometric touchpoints NNIC has already started introducing across check-in, security, and boarding — promising a more seamless journey from the moment you enter the airport to the moment you board your flight.
“Our goal is to make each part of the airport experience more comfortable for passengers,” said Ramon Ang, NNIC Chairman. “These eGates will help reduce bottlenecks at immigration and support the broader improvements we have been introducing across NAIA.”
NAIA handled over 50 million passengers last year, which went beyond what it was originally designed for. The airport has also been undergoing modernization since last year, with improved facilities, additional dining options, and upgraded systems.
With travel volumes expected to keep climbing, the new automated systems are a much-needed upgrade to help keep passenger flow smooth, efficient, and more convenient for everyone passing through the airport.
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