IDEMIA MorphoSmart MSO 1350
The IDEMIA MorphoSmart MSO 1350 fingerprint reader is a compact, high-performance USB biometric device trusted by organisations across the UAE for accurate identity enrollment, live finger verification, and seamless Emirates ID card authentication.
- NIST-Ranked #1 Fingerprint Accuracy
- Emirates ID Card Reading & Live Finger Verification
- FBI PIV IQS Certified (E2 Variant)
- Match-on-Card & Match-on-Device Security
The IDEMIA MorphoSmart MSO 1350 — part of the MorphoSmart 1300 Series — is a compact, high-performance USB fingerprint reader built for organisations that demand certified accuracy in every biometric transaction. Developed by IDEMIA, formerly known as Morpho, and consistently ranked as the world’s most accurate fingerprint technology by NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology), the MSO 1350 is the trusted choice for identity enrollment, verification, and access control across government, banking, healthcare, and enterprise environments throughout the UAE and the wider Middle East.
The MSO 1350 is the most popular fingerprint reader in the area because it can do more than just scan; it can read live fingerprints and compare them to UAE Emirates ID cards. This makes it the perfect tool for any workflow that needs real-time identity confirmation at the point of service, including patient identification, HR onboarding, and KYC compliance.
Sensitive identity information never crosses a network thanks to the MSO 1350 variant’s integrated smartcard reader, which enables Match-on-Card authentication, in which biometric comparison occurs on the card itself.Combined with on-board FIPS 201-compliant feature extraction, end-to-end encryption, and a comprehensive SDK for Windows, Linux, and Android, the MSO 1350 is a complete desktop biometric solution that deploys fast and integrates with virtually any existing system.
- Sensor Type: Optical
- Image Resolution: 500 dpi
- Interface: USB 2.0
- Smartcard Reader: Yes (MSO 1350 variant)
- Emirates ID Support: Yes — read card and verify live finger
- Matching Modes: Enrollment, 1:1 Verification, 1:N Identification, Match-on-Card
- On-Board Feature Extractor: Yes — FIPS 201 & MINEX compliant
- FBI PIV IQS Certification: Available on MSO 1350 E2
- Fake Finger (Liveness) Detection: Available on MSO 1350 E2
- Security Features: Encryption, Digital Signature
- Platform Support: Windows, Linux, Android
- SDK: Available for all platforms
- Form Factor: Compact USB Desktop Device
- Certifications: FIPS 201, MINEX, FBI PIV IQS (E2), NIST-ranked #1 accuracy
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Key Features
NIST-Ranked #1 Fingerprint Accuracy IDEMIA’s fingerprint algorithms have topped NIST evaluations for accuracy and reliability more times than any other vendor. When you deploy the MSO 1350, you are placing the world’s most-tested biometric technology at your front desk, enrollment booth, or identity verification counter. Every scan produces a clean, certified template — regardless of finger condition, skin type, or environmental factors.
Reading Emirates ID Cards and Verifying Fingerprints in Real Time The MSO 1350 has a built-in smartcard reader that reads UAE Emirates ID cards and verifies the live fingerprint against the biometric data stored on the card in real time. This capability is essential for banks conducting KYC checks, hospitals confirming patient identity, HR teams onboarding new employees, and any organisation required to validate identity against a government-issued credential.
Match-on-Card & Match-on-Device Authentication Biometric data never needs to leave the card or the device. Match-on-Card variants perform the fingerprint comparison entirely on the smartcard — the biometric template is never transmitted across a network or stored on an external server. This approach meets the highest data privacy requirements and protects your organisation from centralised data exposure risk.
MSO 1350 E2 — FBI PIV IQS Certification The E2 variant is certified by the FBI as meeting the Personal Identity Verification Image Quality Specifications, confirming that captured fingerprint images meet federal standards for use across government identity programs. This makes it the right choice for UAE organisations with cross-border compliance requirements or integration with international identity frameworks.
MSO 1350 E2 — Fake Finger & Liveness Detection The E2 variant includes spoof-detection technology that identifies and rejects artificial fingers — whether made of silicone, latex, or other materials. Every enrollment and verification transaction is protected from fraudulent attempts, ensuring the integrity of your biometric database from day one.
Multi-Platform SDK — Windows, Linux & Android A comprehensive SDK accelerates integration into your existing HR platforms, access control systems, and government applications. Full support for Windows, Linux, and Android means the MSO 1350 works equally well connected to a corporate desktop, an embedded kiosk, or an Android-based tablet at a field enrollment station.
WHO USES THE MSO 1350 IN THE UAE?
Banking & Financial Services Verify customer identity against UAE Emirates ID cards in real time at every branch counter and onboarding station. The MSO 1350 makes KYC compliance fast, accurate, and fully auditable — reducing manual verification time and eliminating identity fraud risk.
Government & Public Sector Enroll citizens into biometric databases with the confidence of NIST-ranked accuracy and FIPS 201 compliance. The MSO 1350 integrates with e-Government identity frameworks and cross-border identity programs, making it a standard device across ministries and public authorities in the UAE.
Healthcare & Hospitals Confirm patient identity at the point of care without relying on cards that can be lost, shared, or forgotten. The MSO 1350 enables fast, accurate patient identification at registration desks, pharmacy counters, and clinical access points throughout hospitals and clinics.
HR & Workforce Management Enroll employees into time attendance and access control systems during onboarding, and re-verify identity at any point across their employment lifecycle. The MSO 1350 handles large workforce enrollments efficiently, with accurate results even for workers with worn or dry fingerprints.
Telecom & SIM Registration Meet regulatory requirements for subscriber identity verification by capturing and validating fingerprints against Emirates ID at the point of SIM registration. The MSO 1350 is widely deployed across UAE telecom retail environments for this exact purpose.
Corporate IT & Desktop Security Secure workstation login, application access, and VPN authentication with fingerprint verification — replacing passwords that can be shared, stolen, or forgotten. Match-on-Card variants add a second layer of protection by keeping biometric data off the corporate network entirely.
Border Control & Immigration Support rapid identity checks at border crossings, airports, and visa processing centres where speed, accuracy, and certified image quality are non-negotiable. The MSO 1350 E2’s FBI PIV IQS certification ensures compatibility with international identity verification standards.
Yes. The MSO 1350 includes a built-in smartcard reader designed to read UAE Emirates ID cards. It can verify a live fingerprint directly against the biometric data on the card in real time — making it the ideal device for KYC, onboarding, and identity verification workflows across the UAE.
The standard MSO 1350 handles enrollment, verification, and identification with FIPS 201 and MINEX compliance. The E2 variant adds FBI PIV IQS certification and liveness (fake finger) detection — making it the right choice for government-grade enrollment, federal compliance, or any environment where biometric spoofing is a concern.
The MSO 1300 is a fingerprint-only device. The MSO 1350 adds a built-in smartcard reader, enabling Match-on-Card authentication and Emirates ID card reading. If your application involves smartcard-based identity verification, the MSO 1350 is the correct model.
The MSO 1350 is supported on Windows, Linux, and Android via the IDEMIA SDK. This covers the full range of deployment environments — from enterprise desktops and government workstations to Android kiosks and field enrollment tablets.
The MSO 1350 performs on-device feature extraction but does not store fingerprint images by default. Match-on-Card variants go further — the entire fingerprint comparison takes place on the smartcard, meaning biometric data never leaves the card and is never transmitted across a network or stored on an external server.
