The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) will conduct a trial to enhance immigration clearance at Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints for bus travellers using QR codes. This initiative aims to simplify and speed up the clearance process.
QR Code Clearance Trial Details
- Eligibility: Open to ๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐ ๐๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐ณ๐๐ง๐ฌ, ๐๐๐ซ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐๐ง๐ญ ๐๐๐ฌ๐ข๐๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ, ๐๐จ๐ง๐ -๐๐๐ซ๐ฆ ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ฅ๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ, and ๐๐จ๐ซ๐๐ข๐ ๐ง ๐ฏ๐ข๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐จ๐ซ๐ฌ who have previously visited Singapore.
- Checkpoints and Dates:
- Tuas Checkpoint: Starting 23 November 2024.
- Woodlands Checkpoint: Starting 28 November 2024.
- Locations: Selected automated and Special Assistance Lanes (SALs) in arrival and departure bus halls.
How to Participate
- Download the MyICA app and select โQR Code at Land Checkpoints.โ
- Generate a QR Code: Choose an individual or group QR code (for SAL lanes, select โBusโ as vehicle type).
- Proceed to Trial Lanes: Scan the QR code at the passport scanner.
- Complete Biometrics Verification: Present facial and iris/fingerprint biometrics for final clearance.
Benefits of Participation
- Faster Clearance: Simplifies the immigration process for bus travellers.
- Convenient for Groups: Group QR codes streamline entry for family or friends.
- Improves Processes: Your feedback will help ICA enhance traveller experiences for future rollouts.
Helpful Tips
- Look for signages in the bus halls marking the trial lanes.
- ICA officers will be on-site to assist eligible travellers during the trial.
Travellers are encouraged to participate in this initiative to experience quicker clearance and support ICAโs efforts to refine the process. This innovative trial is set to make border crossings smoother and more efficient!