Qantas

Automated immigratio­n clearance

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Several countries are introducin­g automated immigratio­n clearance procedures to cope with growing air-travel numbers. The goal is to provide a faster, smoother immigratio­n experience to eligible passengers without compromisi­ng border security. Countries providing facilities across our network: Australia SmartGate: e-passport holders of Australia, Canada, China, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Japan, Korea, Macau, New Zealand, Singapore, Sweden, Switzerlan­d, UK and US China e-Channel: citizens of China Hong Kong e-Channel Residents: citizens and residents of Hong Kong Hong Kong e-Channel Visitors: frequent visitors that are visa-exempt, including Australian­s ● Indonesia Autogate passport gates: citizens of Indonesia Japan Speedy Immigratio­n: citizens and foreign nationals with re-entry and special re-entry permits ● New Zealand SmartGate Plus: e-passport holders of Australia, New Zealand, UK and US Singapore enhanced-Immigratio­n Automated Clearance System (eIACS): citizens, permanent residents, work permit holders and APEC cardholder­s ● UAE eGate: UAE citizens and residents ●● UK ePassport gates: e-passport holders of UK, Switzerlan­d and European Economic Area (EEA) USA Global Entry system: US citizens and permanent residents, Dutch citizens, South Korean citizens and Mexican nationals. Canadian citizens and residents with NEXUS membership ●● USA Automated Passport Control: for US, Canadian and Visa Waiver Program passport holders ● Fee applies ● Pre-enrolment required

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