# Mobile Passport Apps This App Makes It Easier For International Travelers to Skip Passport Control By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-03-31 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-passport References: [wfaa](http://www.wfaa.com/tech/skip-passport-lines-at-dfw-with-new-app/53392212) & [mobilepassport.us](http://mobilepassport.us/) Mobile Passport is very intelligently conceived and highly well-received new mobile app, created by none other than the [U.S. Customs and Border Protection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/AI-powered-diagnostic) authorities, that is designed to make it easier than ever for international travelers to skip all the hassle that comes with passport control and head directly to the baggage claim area. Currently compatible with six different airports including Chicago, Miami and Seattle, Mobile Passport can be used by passengers who have the app downloaded onto their smartphones and who join a special lineup labelled at airports. The app is designed to be supremely secure, so users don't need to worry about their sensitive [passport and identity information](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passport-photoid) being compromised in any way. Ultimately, Mobile Passport makes traveling less of a hassle for international travelers and also reduces work load for customs officials. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Seamless Travel Experience:** Mobile Passport app disrupts traditional passport control processes by offering a seamless travel experience for international travelers. - **Mobile Government Services:** Mobile Passport app represents the potential for government agencies to leverage mobile technology for providing efficient and convenient services to citizens. - **Enhanced Security Measures:** Mobile Passport app demonstrates the opportunity to implement enhanced security measures for identity verification and protection of sensitive information. ### Who This Affects Most - **Travel and Tourism:** The Mobile Passport app presents an innovative solution within the travel and tourism industry to improve the efficiency and convenience of international travel. - **Mobile App Development:** The success of Mobile Passport app highlights the potential for disruption and growth within the mobile app development industry, particularly in the realm of government services. - **Border Control and Customs:** The use of the Mobile Passport app presents an opportunity for border control and customs agencies to streamline operations and improve the overall travel experience for passengers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smartphone Passport ID Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-digital-id.md) - [In-App Baggage-Tracking Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-canada-mobile-app.md) - [Aviation-Centric Facial Imaging Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facial-imaging-app.md) - [Upgraded Airlines Mobile Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airlines-mobile-app.md) - [Feature-Rich Airport Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/byair-app.md) - [Airport Authentication Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abu-dhabi-airports.md) - [Digital Travel Document Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-us-passport.md) - [Bespoke Air Travel Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bespoke-air-travel-app.md) - [Travel Prep Packing Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pack-repeat.md)