SEATAC, Wash. — Biometric verification is coming to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport's CLEAR lanes ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup .

The "eGates" are designed to perform real-time verification by matching the traveler's face to identifying documents, according to the company. The CLEAR lanes are membership-based and used as an alternative to traditional airport security.

CLEAR has lanes at Checkpoints 1 and 5 at the airport. People who use the gates will have their identity confirmed - bypassing the TSA podium - and proceed to the physical screening.

According to the company, TSA will retain operational control, triggering gate access, conducting security vetting and enforcing security requirements. Limited data will be transmitted, including a live image, boarding pass and the p

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