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Biometric Passport Reader

Biometric Passport Reader

ID and Passport chip reader

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 17, 2020
  • July 6, 2026

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Iris Development AB
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Scan and verify the embedded chip in passports and ID cards using your device's camera and NFC. This app provides offline functionality for secure identity verification, remote onboarding, and compliance with KYC/AML regulations.

✓Reads biometric chips
✓Scans machine-readable zone
✓Offline functionality
✓Identity verification
✓Remote onboarding
✓KYC/AML compliance
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What's New in Biometric Passport Reader

1.77

July 6, 2026

Bug fixes

User reviews

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Does not work.

Nothing happens. Tried every which way.
CroaminCroamin

Doesn’t scan NFC

It extracts the data from the photo, not from NFC
dsmith312dsmith312

Response from developer

This is incorrect. The data is read via NFC. However, the chip does not contain any more information than the visual counterpart. The difference is that the chip data is read digitally and is cryptographically verified - it cant be cloned or modified. The purpose of the photo capture is to derive the key needed to read the chip. This is a security feature on all biometric passports and ID cards. Would you consider updating your review?

Does not work

Tried 3 passports from different eu countries, after scan is complete info is left blank and app does not work
mtrisicmtrisic

Response from developer

We have fixed this in later versions. If the issue has been resolved, would you consider updating your review?

For my US passport I also needed to scan my back cover

The instructions aren’t very good, I did need to hold open the passport and scan the back cover. I was about to give it one star before read somebody else’s review.
Old_School_CS_guyOld_School_CS_guy

可以快速读取

不知道是否安全
Yichen DYichen D
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FAQ

What does the Biometric Passport Reader app do?

This app allows you to read and verify the embedded biometric chip found in passports and ID cards. It uses your device's camera to scan the machine-readable zone and then reads the chip information via NFC, all without requiring an internet connection.

How do I use the app to read a passport or ID?

First, scan the machine-readable zone on the data page of your passport or the back of your ID using your device's camera. Then, hold your passport or ID against your device to read the biometric chip. The information from the chip will then be displayed within the app.

Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements within the app, making it a completely free utility for reading biometric chips.

What are the main use cases for this app?

This app is highly useful for businesses for remote onboarding of users and customers, performing identity verification, and meeting Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) requirements. It's also valuable for general compliance and security needs.

Does the app require an internet connection?

No, the app is designed to be used offline. It does not require a network connection to read and verify the biometric chip information from passports and ID cards, making it convenient for use in various locations.