I-765 - USCIS Facial Recognition through IDENT (1:1 Face Recognition/Validation)
Description
Using the Automated Biometric Identification System (IDENT) makes this process nearly instant and greatly enhances processing efficiency without compromising the effectiveness of current identity verification methods. Additionally, new rules created by the FBI’s Compact Council require biometric verification to perform fingerprint resubmissions for different filing reasons than the original fingerprint capture. Facial verification brings USCIS into compliance with this rule change. Furthermore, performing facial verification increases the integrity of information and identities by identifying conflicts early on, preventing issues from becoming pervasive across immigration systems.
Detailed example
Match or no match response from IDENT.
AI / analytics pattern
Computer Vision: AI that processes and interprets visual data (e.g., images and videos).
Automation level / stage
c) Deployed – The use case is being actively authorized or utilized to support the functions or mission of an agency.
Expected benefit
This will allow the user to complete the biometric verification requirement without having to attend an appointment at am Applicant Support Center. This reduces the burden on the beneficiary as well as reducing demands on USCIS Applicant Service Center resources.
Controls / human review
ATO: Yes; PIA: https://www.dhs.gov/sites/default/files/2024-11/24_0930_priv_pia-dhs-uscis-cpms-060d.pdf
Data needed
The Office of Biometric Identity Management (OBIM) conducts manual testing and evaluation of its fingerprint, latent print, iris, and facial comparison algorithms. This process relies on carefully curated datasets, expert human analysis, and mathematical assessment.