Australia rolls out digital alternative to incoming passenger cards

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Australia is expanding its digital traveller declaration system, an alternative to paper incoming passenger cards.
Trialled on Qantas flights since Oct 2024, it allows passengers to fill details via app up to 3 days prior, generating a QR code for faster processing.
Expansion to more airports and all travellers via webform is planned.

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Australia is expanding its digital traveller declaration system, an alternative to paper incoming passenger cards. Trialled on Qantas flights since Oct 2024, it allows passengers to fill details via app up to 3 days prior, generating a QR code for faster processing. Expansion to more airports and all travellers via webform is planned.

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