On: The paper passport's days are numbered

[seydor]

Well no, there is still no passport app in EU or the US. It's not dying, but it's going to

[wenc → seydor]

There is a passport app that lets you clear US customs much more quickly: (no pre-approval needed, only US/Canada citizens are eligible at present)

https://www.cbp.gov/travel/us-citizens/mobile-passport-contr...

But you still need to carry the paper passport as backup.

[jdsnape → wenc]

just to note you can also use it as a non-US citizen if you are arriving on a Visa waiver programme (ESTA)

[rorylawless → jdsnape]

Additionally, Legal Permanent Residents of the US can use it too.

[shrx → jdsnape]

It says "Returning Visa Waiver Program Applicants". What does "returning" mean in this context?

[Kon-Peki → seydor]

The US has had a self-service border crossing app for years. It is aimed at pleasure boaters and requires an in-person interview once a year to use.