The New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) is set to begin the phased activation of newly installed biometric immigration eGates at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) starting December, marking another milestone in the airport’s modernization program aimed at easing passenger congestion and streamlining processing times.
The Amadeus-powered eGates—already installed at NAIA Terminal 3 and soon operational in Terminal 1—will be run by the Bureau of Immigration (BI). The system features automated passport scanning and facial-recognition technology designed to expedite immigration checks, reduce queues, and increase overall passenger throughput.
According to NNIC, the first phase of activation will begin in December 2025, with full deployment targeted early next year. The initiative is jointly implemented through NNIC’s infrastructure investments and BI’s operational integration, enabling the eGates to go live in parallel with the broader upgrades across the airport.
Once operational, the eGates will complement the biometric-enabled passenger touchpoints NNIC has been rolling out across check-in, security screening, and boarding—creating a more seamless, end-to-end travel experience.
“Our goal is to make every part of the airport journey more comfortable for passengers,” said NNIC President Kevin Tan. “These eGates will help decongest immigration counters and support the wider improvements we are implementing throughout NAIA.”
NAIA handled more than 50 million passengers last year, exceeding its original design capacity. With travel volumes continuing to rise, the introduction of automated processing systems is seen as crucial in maintaining efficient passenger flow and improving service quality at the country’s main gateway.