Biometrics in Government Market Report 2024

The biometrics in government market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $5.36 billion in 2023 to $6.13 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.4%. The increase during the historical period was driven by heightened national security concerns, expansion of e-government services, growth in national identification programs, expansion of prison and correctional facilities, and a growing need for fraud detection and prevention systems.

The biometrics in government market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.62 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.7%. Anticipated growth in the forecast period is attributed to a rising demand for enhanced border security measures, increased investments in AI-powered biometric solutions, expanding usage of e-passports and e-visas, heightened security concerns, and escalating security protocols. Key trends expected in the forecast period include advancements in technology, the adoption of facial recognition for border control, implementation of biometric voter registration systems, integration of biometric authentication, and the uptake of voice recognition technologies.

The rise in security concerns is expected to propel the expansion of biometrics within the government sector in the foreseeable future. These concerns encompass potential threats, vulnerabilities, and risks that could compromise the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of information, systems, or physical assets. Factors contributing to heightened safety concerns include cybersecurity threats, physical security, supply chain security, regulatory compliance, terrorism, political instability, and personal privacy. Biometric applications in government settings bolster security measures, enhance service delivery efficiency, and mitigate risks associated with identity fraud and unauthorized access. For instance, in March 2023, the Federal Bureau of Investigation reported a 127% increase in complaints regarding investment fraud, soaring from $1.45 billion in 2021 to $3.31 billion in 2022. Consequently, the escalating demand for secure transactions is a key driver behind the growing adoption of biometrics in the government sector.

Leading companies in the government biometrics sector prioritize the development of advanced authentication solutions, including vein authentication, to bolster security and accuracy. Vein authentication, also known as vascular biometrics or vein pattern recognition, utilizes distinctive vein patterns in a person's hand, finger, or other body parts for identification and verification purposes. For instance, in May 2024, Uniken, a US-based software company, introduced palm vein authentication through its REL-ID security platform. This technology leverages the unique vein patterns in a person's palm to securely authenticate their identity. It offers a reliable and user-friendly method for customers to verify themselves when accessing financial accounts or engaging in transactions, particularly in sectors such as financial services, healthcare, and e-government initiatives.

In April 2024, Amadeus IT Group S.A., a Spain-based company specializing in travel technology, completed the acquisition of Vision-Box for an undisclosed sum. This strategic move is set to strengthen Amadeus's position in the travel and tourism sector by integrating Vision-Box's advanced biometric solutions. These technologies are aimed at streamlining passenger processing, enhancing security measures, and improving the overall travel experience. Vision-Box, headquartered in Portugal, is renowned for providing biometric identity management solutions.

Major companies operating in the biometrics in government market are Qualcomm Technology Inc., Fujitsu Limited, NEC Corporation, Thales Group, IDEMIA Group SAS, HID Global Corporation, Nuance Communications Inc., secunet Security Networks AG, Daon Inc., Dreamlog Identification System GmbH, Accu-Time Systems Inc., BioEnable Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Cognitec Systems GmbH, Aware Inc., Iris ID Systems Inc., BI2 Technologies LLC, Innovatrics sro, Precise Biometrics AB, BIO-key International Inc., Ayonix Corporation, Fulcrum Biometrics Inc., id3 Technologies, JENETRIC GmbH.

North America was the largest region in the biometrics in government market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the market going forward. The regions covered in the biometrics in government market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the biometrics in government market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Biometrics in government involves the use of biometric technologies by government agencies to identify and verify individuals based on unique physical or behavioral characteristics. These technologies are employed to bolster security, streamline processes, and enhance identity verification across a range of applications.

The primary categories of biometrics utilized in government include contactless, contact-based, and hybrid or multimodal systems. Contactless biometric systems operate without physical contact between the user and the device. Technologies such as facial recognition and iris scanning are employed in government settings such as border control, e-passports, and public safety, facilitating rapid and hygienic identification. Government agencies employ various components including hardware and software, alongside modes such as fingerprint recognition, face recognition, iris recognition, palmprint recognition, vein recognition, signature recognition, and voice recognition. These technologies find application in border control, public safety initiatives, voter registration, latent fingerprint matching, and national ID programs, serving diverse end users including civil, military, law enforcement, e-passport holders, e-visa applicants, commercial entities, healthcare and welfare services, among others.

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The biometrics in government market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as biometric services, biometric data management and verification services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The biometrics in government market also includes sales of facial recognition cameras, fingerprint scanners, and biometric smart cards. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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