Biometric Capability Update project

The Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) has published a media release and the independent review report on the Biometric Capability Update project.

You can read more, including the full report, on the MBIE website:

MBIE welcomes Public Service Commission investigation after critical independent review — Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment

The Biometric Capability Update project was intended to replace and modernise Immigration New Zealand’s ageing biometric systems, which support identity checks and help manage immigration risk.

It was also designed to improve the way biometric information is collected, stored and used across the immigration system.