Australia to ditch paper arrrival cards for incoming travellers
The Australian government is replacing paper arrival cards with digital declarations at all international airports and seaports. This $56.1 million initiative aims to modernize border processes and improve efficiency for travelers.
Why it matters
This shift represents a significant move toward digital border management, potentially setting a precedent for other nations to streamline customs and immigration procedures.
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Prefer the Guardian on Google The days of filling out paper arrival cards are to end for millions of travellers arriving in Australia on international flights.
The Albanese government has announced it will roll out digital passenger cards to all Australian international airports and seaports after a “successful” trial on Qantas flights into Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.
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