e-passport

noun

1. a passport with an embedded microchip carrying information about the holder

Word History and Origins

Origin of e-passport¹

C20: from e- ² + passport

Example Sentences

One of his long-unpublished reports into e-Passport gates revealed that Heathrow Border Force officers tasked with roving around incoming passengers did not have radios to raise the alarm with colleagues.

From BBC

David Neal found e-passport gates at airports were staffed by "distracted" officers who lacked basic equipment.

From BBC

Albanese announced Indonesians will be able to access extended business visas for Australia, increasing from three to five years, while Indonesian e-passport holders will be prioritised.

From Seattle Times

I was carrying a U.S. e-passport that was valid for more than 180 days.

From Washington Post

For one, you must carry an e-passport, or a book with an embedded chip that stores the information on the photo page as well as a digital image of your passport photo.

From Washington Post