An Upgraded New Generation e-Gate is Introduced
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- Source：Border Affairs Corps
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- Updated date：2026-02-03
The National Immigration Agency (NIA) launched the first-generation automated immigration clearance system (e-Gate) that integrates automation technology and biometrics verification technology in 2011. Passengers can use e-Gate by himself/herself to clear immigration procedures in a speedy manner. The NIA has also optimized automated border control technology by inventing the third-generation e-Gate in 2020, which is now open for use by foreign travelers in departure. Between 2024 and 2025, the NIA completed the full replacement of the original first-generation e-Gate with the newly developed fourth-generation e-Gate. Through the application of advanced technologies, the NIA aims to further enhance border management capabilities and to establish a secure, efficient, and user-friendly immigration clearance environment in Taiwan.
Ⅱ. Highlights and Achievements
1. Features of the third- and fourth-generation e-Gate
(1) The system is compatible with previous generations of e-Gate. Thus, users do not need to re-enroll.
(2) Foreign persons are eligible to use the third- and fourth-generation e-Gate in departure.
(3) A dynamic facial recognition function is applied to accelerate immigration clearance processes.
(4) Individuals aged 10 years or older, with heights ranging from 120 to 200 cm, are eligible to enroll for the e-Gate.
(5) Instructions in 40 languages are provided to better serve multicultural users.
2. Locations
(1) Third-generation e-Gate: A total of 45 e-Gates have been installed at Songshan International Airport, Taoyuan International Airport, Kaohsiung International Airport, Keelung Port, Kaohsiung Port and Kinmen Shuitou Harbor.
(2) Fourth-generation e-Gate: A total of 76 e-Gates are being installed at Songshan International Airport, Taoyuan International Airport, Taichung International Airport, Kaohsiung International Airport and Kinmen Shuitou Harbor.
3. Self-Enrollment for e-Gate
To further enhance border security and immigration clearance efficiency, an upgraded self-enrollment service for the e-Gates has been introduced by the NIA. R.O.C. (Taiwan) nationals or foreign persons with multiple re-entry permits on their ARC/APRC over the age of 10 who have not yet applied for using e-Gate are eligible for a direct enrollment in the gateway and subsequently be able to use the facility for immigration clearance.
Ⅲ. Conclusion
The NIA has completed the nationwide deployment of the new generation e-Gate. Travelers may now use the e-Gate when entering or departing via Songshan International Airport, Taoyuan International Airport, Taichung International Airport, Kaohsiung International Airport, Kinmen Shuitou Harbor, Keelung Port, and Kaohsiung Port. The upgraded e-Gate is expected to effectively reduce immigration inspection processing time, provide more convenient enrollment services, and enhance overall clearance efficiency. By improving traveler satisfaction and reinforcing Taiwan’s international image, the NIA continues to advance toward its goal of comprehensive immigration clearance automation.