Air New Zealand and Hong Kong Airport Among First to Receive IATA One ID Certification

On October 28, 2026, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Air New Zealand and Hong Kong International Airport became the first organizations to receive One ID certification, with the certification presented at the IATA World Passenger Symposium held in Macau. The certification confirms that the organizations meet IATA global standards in digital identity and biometric applications, covering four categories of activities: digital entry eligibility, contactless travel, biometric processing, and privacy, consent and governance. Current reports show that both organizations have completed certification and received the presentation, with no further information yet on subsequent implementation or expansion of the certification.