More and more foreigners are coming to China for tourism and business, and visa-free policies are becoming increasingly convenient.

However, as soon as they arrive, they face a practical problem: whether it’s eating, hailing a taxi, or shopping, WeChat Pay and Alipay are used everywhere. To link these payment methods, you first need a Chinese bank card.

But when they go to a bank, they hit a roadblock—foreigners don’t have a Chinese ID card. Bank tellers can only verify passports manually, flipping through the pages to check visas and compare photos. Not only is this slow, but there’s also a risk of forgery. In recent years, cases of high-quality forged passports have occurred frequently, so banks are extremely cautious.

In reality, banks are eager to expand their business with this segment of foreign customers, as cross-border tourism and business travel are growing trends. But the hurdle of identity verification has stalled many branches.

So, is there a verification method that is both fast and secure?

The Xingqihang FAP60 multi-finger fingerprint scanner is the perfect solution to this problem.

When foreigners apply for a card at the counter, they simply need to place their finger on the FAP60. The device completes fingerprint capture in 0.25 seconds while simultaneously retrieving and automatically comparing the fingerprint data stored in the passport’s chip. The captured fingerprint image meets international passport standards (500 DPI resolution) and has passed GA certification by the Ministry of Public Security, complying with FBI standards and recognized worldwide.

More importantly, the FAP60 utilizes glass-based infrared detection technology. When a finger is pressed against the sensor, infrared light detects the vital signals beneath the skin—silicone or gel-made fake fingers lack this signal, allowing the device to immediately identify and reject them. This effectively adds an extra layer of “anti-counterfeiting protection” for banks.

With the FAP60, tellers no longer need to strain their eyes comparing passport photos, nor do they need to worry about fake passports slipping through. The system automatically completes identity verification in less than a second. Banks can issue cards with confidence, and foreign customers no longer need to make multiple trips.

From visa-free entry to smooth card issuance and QR code payments—every step of the process relies on reliable identity verification technology. The FAP60 ensures this critical safeguard is in place, delivering both convenience and security.