Biometric Passport Reader

Read and verify the biometric chip in your passport or ID

Biometric Passport Reader - Secure ID Verification

"Biometric Passport Reader" is an Android app that enables users to read and verify the biometric chip embedded in passports and ID cards. By scanning the machine-readable zone and holding the document against the device, you can display the chip information without needing an internet connection. This app is essential for businesses for remote onboarding, identity verification, and compliance with KYC and AML requirements, ensuring enhanced security and efficiency.
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App stats

Downloads: 41,668
271
Version: 1.80 (Last updated: 2025-03-15)
Version code: 174206052
Creation date: 2020-09-18
Permissions:
  • android.permission.CAMERA
  • android.permission.INTERNET
  • android.permission.NFC
  • android.permission.VIBRATE
Size: 12.92M
Full description: See detailed description

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User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Google Play Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works well for scanning MRZ and chip information on passports
  • Very user-friendly and straightforward to use
  • No need for extra permissions or internet connection
  • Helpful for verifying passport functionality before travel
  • Effective for identity verification
Cons
  • RFID scanning has compatibility issues with other apps
  • Concerns regarding app security and identity theft
  • Some users report that the camera function does not work properly
  • No option to save photographs after scanning
  • Some users experienced app crashes and resets during use
Most mentioned
  • Issues with RFID scanning and compatibility with other applications
  • Security and privacy concerns related to document scanning
  • User-friendly design and effectiveness in scanning
  • App performance and stability may vary on different devices
  • Requests for more features and better overall functionality
User reviews
First Class App. The Best!!
by Ruth Radziwill, 2024-12-11

For some reason the first step doesn't work, nothing happens scanning through camera
by Radames Clemente, 2024-07-16
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