Long Thanh Airport to implement paperless biometric travel

Long Thanh Airport will implement a “paperless journey” model from its first day of operation, utilizing biometric technology and synchronization with the VNeID electronic identification system and national population database.

According to the Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV), passengers will undergo identity verification via chip-based citizen ID cards and facial recognition at three key points: check-in, security control, and boarding gates. The terminal will feature 12 biometric-operated auto-gates, allowing identity authentication through facial or iris scans in seconds, eliminating the need for manual document presentation.

In addition to biometric security, the airport will feature a high-speed automated baggage handling system (BHS) with 24km of conveyor belts. This system uses ICS technology, where each piece of luggage is placed on an independent tray with a tracking chip to ensure precise routing and minimize loss or damage. Trial operations are expected to take place between September and November 2026.