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Dominican airport installs automated border-control kiosks

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July 28, 2026

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Punta Cana International Airport in the Dominican Republic has introduced six automated border-control kiosks for arriving international travelers, according to a TravelPulse report.

Airport officials said the $22 million system debuted with passengers arriving on a flight from New York and complements automated departure gates installed in 2018.

The kiosks guide travelers through eight steps, including selecting a language, scanning a passport, taking a photograph, submitting fingerprints and providing information about the purpose, duration and location of their stay. Eligible users include travelers from the U.S., Canada and several European countries.

Airport Director Frank Elías Rainieri told the news outlet that the technology is designed to process passengers more quickly and securely while reducing physical contact with immigration agents. Officials positioned the system as part of a broader effort by the airport, immigration authorities and the Dominican government to strengthen traveler safety and support the country's tourism industry.