- AI-powered corridor at Dubai Airport clears immigration in 14 seconds using facial recognition
- The system processes up to 10 passengers simultaneously without passport or boarding pass
- Anomalies during biometric checks are flagged for expert review to maintain security
Dubai International Airport (DXB), the world's busiest hub for international travel, has introduced a new upgrade that could change how passengers move through airports. An AI-powered passenger corridor now allows travellers to clear immigration within seconds, without presenting a passport or boarding pass. The project is part of Dubai's "Travel Without Borders" programme, designed to combine speed, security and convenience.
AI Corridor At DXB Cuts Immigration Time To 14 Seconds
Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai, said the corridor can process up to 10 passengers at once. Travellers walk through a designated lane where facial recognition systems and pre-registered biometric data instantly verify identity.
The process takes as little as 14 seconds, removing the need for passport counters, smart gates or manual checks. Any anomalies are flagged for review by experts, ensuring security is maintained.
No Need For Traditional Passports In Future
The corridor builds on the "smart tunnel" technology first introduced at DXB in 2020. The new system, also part of the "Unlimited Smart Travel" initiative, is aimed at eventually replacing traditional passport control.
Lieutenant General Al Marri said the project reflects Dubai's long-term vision of frictionless travel, while setting a global benchmark for airports.
Dubai Leads Global Airport Innovation With Paperless Travel
First rolled out in Terminal 3's First and Business Class lounges, the technology will expand across more terminals in the coming years. With DXB marking its 11th straight year as the world's busiest airport for international traffic, the launch underlines Dubai's position at the forefront of aviation technology.
The AI-powered corridor could become a model for airports worldwide, pointing to a future where flying is faster, smoother and paperless.
