Global Contactless Biometrics Market 2025-2035

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Contactless Biometrics Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Component (Hardware, Software, and Services), by Application (Face, Iris, Voice & Speech, and Others), and by End-Use (BFSI, IT & Telecommunication, Healthcare, Retail, Government & Utilities, and Others), Forecast Period (2025-2035)

Industry Overview

Contactless biometrics market was valued at $21.4 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $82.8 billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 13.1% during the forecast period (2025-2035). The global market for contactless biometrics is witnessing steady expansion, supported by rising demand for secure and seamless identification methods. Increasing reliance on digital solutions across industries has encouraged the adoption of advanced authentication technologies. Enterprises are prioritizing solutions that reduce physical contact while maintaining efficiency in access control and identity management. Continuous innovation from technology providers is driving wider acceptance of these systems. Moreover, regulatory focus on safety and data protection is reinforcing their deployment in critical sectors.

Market Dynamics

Rising Adoption of Touchless Authentication in Financial Services

The banking and financial services sector is increasingly adopting contactless biometrics to enhance security and customer convenience. IrisGuard has developed iris recognition technology widely used in secure banking transactions and identity verification. The growing demand for fraud prevention and seamless authentication is encouraging institutions to shift from traditional PINs to biometric validation. Financial organizations are also prioritizing user experience alongside security in digital transactions. This has positioned contactless solutions as a key tool in building trust. The adoption trend is expected to accelerate as financial services expand their digital infrastructure.

Integration of AI-Driven Contactless Biometrics in Healthcare

Healthcare facilities are leveraging AI-powered biometric solutions to improve patient identification and data security. Companies such as NEC Corp. provide advanced facial recognition systems integrated with AI to ensure accurate and hygienic authentication. With rising concerns about cross-contamination, hospitals prefer contactless solutions over touch-based systems. This is also helping reduce medical errors related to the misidentification of patients. Healthcare institutions are using these technologies to streamline access control and patient record management. As a result, the healthcare sector has increasingly significant adopter of contactless biometric technologies.

Market Segmentation

Based on the component, the market is segmented into hardware, software, and services.
Based on the application, the market is segmented into face, iris, voice & speech, and others.
Based on the end-use, the market is segmented into BFSI, IT & telecommunication, healthcare, retail, government & utilities, and others.

Software to Lead the Market with the Largest Share

Software solutions are playing a central role in advancing contactless biometric systems by improving accuracy and integration capabilities. Companies like Aware, Inc. have developed specialized biometric software platforms that support facial, voice, and iris recognition for large-scale applications. These solutions allow organizations to deploy secure authentication without heavy infrastructure requirements. The adaptability of software also enables compatibility across multiple devices and networks. As businesses seek more flexible security frameworks, software-driven models are becoming increasingly attractive. This focus on software innovation is significantly contributing to market expansion.

Government & Utilities: A Key Segment in Market Growth

Government and utility sectors are increasingly adopting contactless biometrics to strengthen identity verification and public safety measures. Thales Group, for instance, provides biometric solutions that are widely implemented in border control and national ID programs. Such deployments ensure efficient management of sensitive data while reducing risks associated with manual identification. Public institutions are turning to these technologies to streamline citizen services and enhance operational security. Utility providers also benefit from secure workforce access and monitoring capabilities. These factors are reinforcing the sector's position as a major contributor to market growth.

Regional Outlook

The global contactless biometrics market is further divided by geography, including North America (the US and Canada), Europe (the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, and the Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (India, China, Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand, ASEAN Countries, and the Rest of Asia-Pacific), and the Rest of the World (the Middle East & Africa, and Latin America).

Governments and Enterprises Prioritize Secure Authentication Methods in Europe

The European market is experiencing steady growth as governments and enterprises prioritize secure authentication methods. IDEMIA, a France-based company, has introduced advanced facial recognition and biometric solutions widely used in airports and public security projects. Increasing emphasis on data protection and compliance with GDPR has further supported the adoption of such technologies. Public and private organizations are seeking systems that balance efficiency with privacy safeguards. The focus on frictionless identification in transport and border control is also driving momentum. These factors continue to strengthen Europe's role in the contactless biometrics landscape.

North America Region Dominates the Market with a Major Share

In North America, the market is advancing rapidly owing to strong demand for security in both public and commercial sectors. NEC Corp. has deployed facial recognition solutions across U.S. airports, enhancing passenger identity verification and border management. The region's strong investment in digital infrastructure supports large-scale implementation of biometric platforms. Enterprises are also adopting these technologies to streamline workplace access and customer authentication. The growing need for fraud prevention in financial and government services is fueling wider acceptance. With robust innovation and adoption, North America remains a leading hub for market growth.

Market Players Outlook

The major companies operating in the global contactless biometrics market include Fujitsu Ltd., HID Global Corp., IDEMIA S.A.S., NEC Corp., Thales Group, among others. Market players are leveraging partnerships, collaborations, mergers, and acquisition strategies for business expansion and innovative product development to maintain their market positioning.

Recent Developments

In July 2024, Fingerprint Cards AB (Fingerprints) and IN Groupe, through the SPS brand, in contactless and dual interface cards, announced the launch of its secure Component solution for contactless biometric payment cards, supporting global card manufacturers to scale up production of next-generation payment cards. In line with consumer preferences for contactless, the global biometric payment card market is anticipated to rise at a considerable rate over the coming years.
In March 2023, IDEMIA launched two brand new contactless on-the-move biometric devices. OneLook is the best-in-class multibiometric identity verification solution. It offers accurate, from-a-distance face and iris capture and biometric matching in a single device. Committed to continuous improvement, IDEMIA has developed the second generation of the OneLook device. Organizations can now benefit from even faster walk-through capture with outstanding image quality, offering greater matching accuracy.
In November 2022, NEC Corp. began full-scale promotion of its latest multimodal biometric authentication solution, representing the flagship of its "Bio-IDiom" brand of biometric authentication. This new solution is the first to combine NEC's face recognition and iris recognition, which have each been recognized by the US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). NEC is launching sales of this solution in Japan today, and it will be released to global markets in the spring of 2023.

The Report Covers:

Market value data analysis of 2024 and forecast to 2035.
Annualized market revenues ($ million) for each market segment.
Country-wise analysis of major geographical regions.
Key companies operating in the global contactless biometrics market. Based on the availability of data, information related to new products and relevant news is also available in the report.
Analysis of business strategies by identifying the key market segments positioned for strong growth in the future.
Analysis of market-entry and market expansion strategies.
Competitive strategies by identifying 'who-stands-where' in the market.

Product Code: OMR2023505

1. Report Summary

Current Industry Analysis and Growth Potential Outlook
Global Contactless Biometrics Market Sales Analysis - Component | Application | End-Use| ($ Million)
Contactless Biometrics Market Sales Performance of Top Countries
1.1. Research Methodology
Primary Research Approach
Secondary Research Approach
1.2. Market Snapshot

2. Market Overview and Insights

2.1. Scope of the Study
2.2. Analyst Insight & Current Market Trends
- 2.2.1. Key Contactless Biometrics Market Trends
- 2.2.2. Market Recommendations
2.3. Porter's Five Forces Analysis for the Contactless Biometrics Market
- 2.3.1. Competitive Rivalry
- 2.3.2. Threat of New Entrants
- 2.3.3. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 2.3.4. Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 2.3.5. Threat of Substitutes

3. Market Determinants

3.1. Market Drivers
- 3.1.1. Drivers For Global Contactless Biometrics Market: Impact Analysis
3.2. Market Pain Points and Challenges
- 3.2.1. Restraints For Global Contactless Biometrics Market: Impact Analysis
3.3. Market Opportunities

4. Competitive Landscape

4.1. Competitive Dashboard - Contactless Biometrics Market Revenue and Share by Manufacturers
Contactless Biometrics Product Comparison Analysis
Top Market Player Ranking Matrix
4.2. Key Company Analysis
- 4.2.1. Fujitsu Ltd.
  - 4.2.1.1. Overview
  - 4.2.1.2. Product Portfolio
  - 4.2.1.3. Financial Analysis (Subject to Data Availability)
  - 4.2.1.4. SWOT Analysis
  - 4.2.1.5. Business Strategy
- 4.2.2. HID Global Corp.
  - 4.2.2.1. Overview
  - 4.2.2.2. Product Portfolio
  - 4.2.2.3. Financial Analysis (Subject to Data Availability)
  - 4.2.2.4. SWOT Analysis
  - 4.2.2.5. Business Strategy
- 4.2.3. IDEMIA S.A.S
  - 4.2.3.1. Overview
  - 4.2.3.2. Product Portfolio
  - 4.2.3.3. Financial Analysis (Subject to Data Availability)
  - 4.2.3.4. SWOT Analysis
  - 4.2.3.5. Business Strategy
- 4.2.4. NEC Corp.
  - 4.2.4.1. Overview
  - 4.2.4.2. Product Portfolio
  - 4.2.4.3. Financial Analysis (Subject to Data Availability)
  - 4.2.4.4. SWOT Analysis
  - 4.2.4.5. Business Strategy
- 4.2.5. Thales Group
  - 4.2.5.1. Overview
  - 4.2.5.2. Product Portfolio
  - 4.2.5.3. Financial Analysis (Subject to Data Availability)
  - 4.2.5.4. SWOT Analysis
  - 4.2.5.5. Business Strategy
4.3. Top Winning Strategies by Market Players
- 4.3.1. Merger and Acquisition
- 4.3.2. Product Launch
- 4.3.3. Partnership And Collaboration

5. Global Contactless Biometrics Market Sales Analysis by Component ($ Million)

5.1. Hardware
5.2. Software
5.3. Services

6. Global Contactless Biometrics Market Sales Analysis by Application ($ Million)

6.1. Face
6.2. Iris
6.3. Voice & Speech
6.4. Others

7. Global Contactless Biometrics Market Sales Analysis by End-Use ($ Million)

7.1. BFSI
7.2. IT & Telecommunication
7.3. Healthcare
7.4. Retail
7.5. Government & Utilities
7.6. Others

8. Regional Analysis

8.1. North American Contactless Biometrics Market Sales Analysis - Component | Application | End-Use| Country ($ Million)
Macroeconomic Factors for North America
- 8.1.1. United States
- 8.1.2. Canada
8.2. European Contactless Biometrics Market Sales Analysis - Component | Application | End-Use| Country ($ Million)
Macroeconomic Factors for Europe
- 8.2.1. UK
- 8.2.2. Germany
- 8.2.3. Italy
- 8.2.4. Spain
- 8.2.5. France
- 8.2.6. Russia
- 8.2.7. Rest of Europe
8.3. Asia-Pacific Contactless Biometrics Market Sales Analysis - Component | Application | End-Use| Country ($ Million)
Macroeconomic Factors for Asia-Pacific
- 8.3.1. China
- 8.3.2. Japan
- 8.3.3. South Korea
- 8.3.4. India
- 8.3.5. Australia & New Zealand
- 8.3.6. ASEAN Countries (Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Singapore, And Other)
- 8.3.7. Rest of Asia-Pacific
8.4. Rest of the World Contactless Biometrics Market Sales Analysis - Component | Application | End-Use| Country ($ Million)
Macroeconomic Factors for Rest of the World
- 8.4.1. Latin America
- 8.4.2. Middle East and Africa

9. Company Profiles

9.1. Aware, Inc.
- 9.1.1. Quick Facts
- 9.1.2. Company Overview
- 9.1.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.1.4. Business Strategies
9.2. BIO-Key International, Inc.
- 9.2.1. Quick Facts
- 9.2.2. Company Overview
- 9.2.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.2.4. Business Strategies
9.3. Crossmatch Solutions, Inc.
- 9.3.1. Quick Facts
- 9.3.2. Company Overview
- 9.3.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.3.4. Business Strategies
9.4. Egis Technology Inc.
- 9.4.1. Quick Facts
- 9.4.2. Company Overview
- 9.4.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.4.4. Business Strategies
9.5. FaceTec, Inc.
- 9.5.1. Quick Facts
- 9.5.2. Company Overview
- 9.5.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.5.4. Business Strategies
9.6. Fingerprint Cards AB
- 9.6.1. Quick Facts
- 9.6.2. Company Overview
- 9.6.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.6.4. Business Strategies
9.7. Fujitsu Ltd.
- 9.7.1. Quick Facts
- 9.7.2. Company Overview
- 9.7.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.7.4. Business Strategies
9.8. HID Global Corp.
- 9.8.1. Quick Facts
- 9.8.2. Company Overview
- 9.8.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.8.4. Business Strategies
9.9. IDEMIA S.A.S
- 9.9.1. Quick Facts
- 9.9.2. Company Overview
- 9.9.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.9.4. Business Strategies
9.10. IDEX Biometrics ASA
- 9.10.1. Quick Facts
- 9.10.2. Company Overview
- 9.10.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.10.4. Business Strategies
9.11. Innovatrics s.r.o.
- 9.11.1. Quick Facts
- 9.11.2. Company Overview
- 9.11.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.11.4. Business Strategies
9.12. M2SYS Technology
- 9.12.1. Quick Facts
- 9.12.2. Company Overview
- 9.12.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.12.4. Business Strategies
9.13. Megvii Technology Ltd.
- 9.13.1. Quick Facts
- 9.13.2. Company Overview
- 9.13.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.13.4. Business Strategies
9.14. NEC Corp.
- 9.14.1. Quick Facts
- 9.14.2. Company Overview
- 9.14.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.14.4. Business Strategies
9.15. Neurotechnology UAB
- 9.15.1. Quick Facts
- 9.15.2. Company Overview
- 9.15.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.15.4. Business Strategies
9.16. Precise Biometrics AB
- 9.16.1. Quick Facts
- 9.16.2. Company Overview
- 9.16.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.16.4. Business Strategies
9.17. Suprema, Inc.
- 9.17.1. Quick Facts
- 9.17.2. Company Overview
- 9.17.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.17.4. Business Strategies
9.18. Synaptics Inc.
- 9.18.1. Quick Facts
- 9.18.2. Company Overview
- 9.18.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.18.4. Business Strategies
9.19. Thales Group
- 9.19.1. Quick Facts
- 9.19.2. Company Overview
- 9.19.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.19.4. Business Strategies
9.20. ZKTeco Co., Ltd.
- 9.20.1. Quick Facts
- 9.20.2. Company Overview
- 9.20.3. Product Portfolio
- 9.20.4. Business Strategies