Verification of identity using biometric data

Data stored on the passport chip may be read and used only to verify the authenticity of the document and the identity of the passport holder, and only in accordance with the second and third sentences. To the extent that the law enforcement or customs authorities, passport, ID card or registration authorities may check the authenticity of the passport or the identity of the passport holder, they shall be authorized to read biometric and other data stored on the passport’s storage medium, to take the necessary biometric data from the passport holder and to compare these biometric data. The data collected in accordance with the second sentence shall be erased without delay after the authenticity of the passport or the identity of its holder has been checked.