Biometric screening is a fingerprint scanning system with security features to match an individual’s identity with his/her data recorded in the passport.
Malaysia, the largest work destination of Nepali workers with daily outflow of 500-600 workers each day, started the biometric health screening in Nepal and Bangladesh from January 15.
According to Nepal Foreign Employment Medical Association (NeFEMA), 38 medical companies accredited for biometric screening are offering biometric health screening service in the country for Rs 2,500.
NAFEA has said warned that the system will promote syndicate culture for the benefit of a few powerful people.