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GSN 2015 DIGITAL YEARBOOK OF AIRPORT/SEAPORT/BORDER SECURITY AWARDS RECIPIENTS Securiport 2015 Winner Best Access Control/Identification Awards Category: –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Best ePassport Solution Name of Nominated Product, Service, or Program: –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Securiport Reason this entry deserves to win: –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Securiport’s innovative eVisa Solutions Provide a Faster, Smarter, Safer Way To Travel, Benefitting Tourism and Local Economies In today’s globalized world, international travel is essential to business success. Trade and tourism depend on safe and efficient immigration controls. However, terrorism, identity theft and human trafficking pose grave risks to border security. Securiport solves border security challenges with innovative technology solutions that keep citizens and travelers safe. At Securiport, we leverage cutting-edge ultrasound biometric technologies and advanced data analytics tools to provide authorities with the knowledge and assurance to ensure order and efficiency across transnational borders. With solutions currently in place across dozens of countries around the world, and a dedicated team of professionals developing innovative tools to meet emerging challenges, Securiport is the global leader in intelligent immigration controls solutions. Securiport’s innovative eVisa Solutions Provide a Faster, Smarter, Safer Way To Travel, Benefitting Tourism and Local Economies Section 1 – Introduction to Visa Challenges A visa is an official mark or stamp on a passport that allows someone to enter or leave a country usually for a particular reason [1] . Historically, immigration officials would grant a visa when a visitor arrived in a foreign country, but today, a traveler wishing to enter another country must apply for a visa in advance. This causes numerous 16
challenges for both civilians and government officials all over the world. The first obvious disadvantage of applying for or issuing a visa is the time required to process the application. Under normal circumstances, a traveler seeking to apply for a visa would need to fill out the necessary paperwork and then either mail or hand deliver the paperwork to the desired nation’s local embassy or consulate. After this time-consuming procedure, the embassy will process the documents and then mail the visa back to the applicant if approved. As a result, the life cycle of receiving a visa could take anywhere from two weeks to two months. This can be very costly and time consuming for immigration officials and can cause problems if a traveler needs to apply for a visa last minute. Another obstacle travelers and officials face is the lack of infrastructure and personnel available. Many developing nations are simply not equipped with the proper personnel, technology and infrastructure needed to issue these documents in a timely and efficient manner without compromising safety or security. Long queues build up at immigration desks at airports, embassies and consulates, further increasing the document process time. This increased workload for the immigration staff can hinder their ability to work efficiently and securely. Governments should look to improve their immigration processes, starting with the system for issuing visas. Many of the challenges caused by the visa application process can be overcome by simply transitioning to an electronic visa system, which streamlines the process and ensures accountability for both governments and travelers. By transitioning to an electronic visa system, governments will improve and ease the process of applying for a visa, which can lead to a multitude of benefits for the country. For example, a country such as Honduras could benefit greatly from implementing an electronic visa system. Honduras, located in Central America, is home to some of the world’s best beaches, coral reefs and diving locations in addition to the world famous Mayan city of Copan and Rio Platano Biosphere. These attractions make Honduras a great location for travelers who wish to experience the wonders of Central America. However, the long process for applying for a visa can be a major deterrent to tourism in the country. Just recently, the Honduran government has made tourism a national priority, believing that the tourism industry will not only benefit the country by stimulating the economy, but also by strengthening the national identity, increasing development and providing Hondurans with a higher standard of living. By implementing an electronic visa system, like Securiport’s eVisa Management System, countries, such as Honduras, could save time and money by operating more efficiently to improve the way they communicate and engage with citizens. By addressing key challenges and streamlining the process it takes to apply and receive a visa, the number of total visa applications and number of visitors will inevitably increase, improving revenue generated from tourism. Government officials, business travelers, and tourists alike will benefit from a more convenient and efficient visa application process. Section 2 – Features and Benefits of the eVisa System Securiport’s eVisa Management System is a modern, comprehensive ICAO-compliant system that provides travelers with a quick, convenient and completely secure way to apply for a visa. It can be easily integrated and deployed to preexisting visa procedures and systems such as national centers and consulates, providing immediate support to immigration officials. Securiport’s software engineers and cyber security professionals have invested a substantial amount of time and resources into developing an absolutely secure system. When dealing with such sensitive information, it is imperative that proper research and precautions regarding security are taken. Securiport’s advanced proprietary systems and Continued on next page 17
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