Veridos partners with Kenya on ePassports

BERLIN – Veridos has announced a new partnership with the Government of Kenya, and together they aim to further enhance the country’s electronic passports.

Kenya is committed to making regional and international travel, easier for its citizens by continuously improving its ePassport. The Kenyan government is integrating advanced security technologies and high-quality design elements that reflect their identity and values.

As part of the project, Veridos will introduce color photos into the new Kenyan ePassport’s for the first time on Polycarbonate. The updated design will celebrate key aspects of the country’s culture, featuring the Economy, History, Heritage and Wildlife.

“For the next generation of Kenyan ePassports, we sought to design a passport that embodies who we are as a people by showcasing the Kenyan story and promoting inclusivity while incorporating latest technology in document design to produce a secure world class passport crafted to withstand the test of time,” says Evelyn Chegulet, Director General, Directorate of Immigration Services Kenya. “We found a partner in Veridos who has the expertise and commitment to actualize our vision.”

On the security side, Veridos will implement CLIP ID, a high-resolution, full-color portrait feature that makes counterfeiting nearly impossible. Another key innovation is Spectre ID, a dynamic element that reveals matching embossed structures when the passport is tilted. In addition, the passport will include MAGIC ID, which creates animated effects throughout its pages, adding further protection against forgery.

“This partnership marks an important milestone for Veridos,” says Mohammad Mousa, Director Business Development MEA at Veridos. “We now have the opportunity to bring real value to Kenyan citizens through our technology. Over the coming years, we will work closely with the Kenyan government to develop a progressive identity strategy that reflects the country’s values and strengthens its position as a technological pioneer.”