CBP Expands Biometric Exit Controls: What Travelers, Employers Should Know

Short summary

CBP now requires facial biometric scans for all foreign nationals departing the US as of December 2025. The contactless process takes seconds but can trigger secondary inspection if issues are flagged. Employers with international staff should brief employees and maintain documentation to address potential immigration violations at departure.

• •Biometric exit scanning required for non-US citizens at all major departure points
• •CBP can conduct secondary inspections and cancel visas based on departure screening
• •Employers should update travel policies and ensure international employees carry compliance documentation

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