The King Fahd Bridge crossing, linking the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Kingdom of Bahrain, has seen the practical activation of the ‘Spatial Verification’ service via the ‘Nafath’ application.
This technological step allows travelers to complete biometric fingerprinting procedures digitally via their smartphones immediately upon entering the crossing’s yards. This eliminates the need to use traditional fingerprint scanners at passport booths and speeds up the crossing process.
Spatial Verification Service at King Fahd Bridge
The new mechanism relies on direct digital linking technology. Travelers must enter the settings of the ‘Nafath’ application, select the ‘Nafath Devices’ service, then move to the ‘Spatial Verification’ option to initiate the process before reaching the designated officer.
This service requires enabling the ‘Bluetooth’ feature on the mobile phone to ensure a secure technical link between the user’s device and the crossing’s operating systems. This allows for the automatic and highly accurate identification of the traveler’s identity and geographical location within the customs area.
The system begins the biometric matching process as soon as the traveler presses the start icon within the application. Identity verification and data processing are completed within seconds while the traveler remains inside their vehicle, without the need to exit or make prolonged stops.
This step aims to significantly reduce waiting times at passport points, as the service eliminates the need to repeatedly place fingers on traditional scanners, which can take longer for reading and manual matching.
Employing Smart Solutions
This initiative comes within the framework of employing smart solutions to facilitate traffic flow at one of the region’s busiest land crossings, leveraging the advanced digital infrastructure of the unified national Nafath platform.
Travelers are advised to begin the verification procedures immediately upon entering the crossing gate to save time. This ensures their data is ready on the screens of passport officers the moment the vehicle reaches the final crossing point.
This digital transformation reflects the integration of Saudi government services and its pursuit to improve the user experience by replacing routine physical procedures with secure, fast technological solutions that align with the high volume of travelers.
