Abstract: Control over access by individuals to a group of high security facilities and zones within such facilities is accomplished with use of biometric readers at each access door as well as a quick ID reading device that is not required to contain biometric information. Enrollment at a secure facility where biometrics are maintained for each individual establishes a multipart data file for each individual, each part of which may be accessed by different actors in the system. The individuals allowed security to various facilities can only be in a single facility at a given time and also control their own schedule.

Abstract: A system and method that allows a traveler to enroll, then participate, in an automated process that completes the requirements to enable the traveler to cross an international border. In one embodiment, the automated process includes both an automated check-in process performed prior to travel departure, and a clearance process initiated after the border crossing. According to the preferred embodiment, both the check-in and clearance process verify the traveler's identity using biometric samples that are compared to samples collected during enrollment. During the automated process, the user may be prompted to supply immigration declarations and other questionnaires that are required by the destination country. According to another aspect, manual and/or automated checks may be initiated to review the information supplied on these questionnaires, and to further determine whether the traveler poses any potential risks to the destination country.

Abstract: Control over access by individuals to a group of high security facilities and zones within such facilities is accomplished with use of biometric readers at each access door as well as a quick ID reading device that is not required to contain biometric information. Enrollment at a secure facility where biometrics are maintained for each individual establishes a multipart data file for each individual, each part of which may be accessed by different actors in the system. The individuals allowed security to various facilities can only be in a single facility at a given time and also control their own schedule.