The American embassy to China is starting to scan and collect
fingerprints of non-immigration visa applicants. The entire records
will be stored in a database for officials.?
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The entire records will be stored in a database for officials of US
Department of Homeland Security to identify visa holders who enter
the country.
The decision was made in line with US policies to tighten visa
processing out of concerns for security.
However, government officials and business people will not be
included.?
(CRI.com March 22, 2004)