The change could mean that passengers will be able to upload their passports onto their phone and pass through airports using face verification. The privileges would be part of the ‘digital travel credential’ introduced by the ICAO, reports The Times. Boarding passes and check-ins could be scrapped at airportsIf the airport rule changes were to go through, it would mean passengers could download a ‘journey pass’ when booking flights, removing the need to check in and boarding passes. The ‘journey pass’ would update automatically if any changes are made to the booking, hoping to make travel easier. The Times reports that without check-ins, airlines will be told of passengers 'intention to fly when they arrive at the airport and their face is scanned.'

Source: The Times April 13, 2025 00:32 UTC