The Dualpass is a forensic ID scanner with a capability most barcode readers can’t match: it reads both sides of an ID at once. Slot the ID into the device and the front and back are captured simultaneously, then run through more than 8,500 forensic checks, covering UV layers, infrared patterns, microprinting, holograms, and document structure. A basic barcode scanner only validates the data encoded on the back of an ID. The Dualpass cross-checks every printed and encoded element against forensic templates, identifying high-quality counterfeits a single-side scan would miss.
8,500
data points analyzed
Two Screens. Zero Guesswork.
Unlike general-purpose barcode readers, the Patronscan Dualpass was engineered from the ground-up for high-risk environments where the cost of a missed fake, or a wrongful refusal, is real.
The Dualpass doesn’t read IDs. It questions them.
8,500+ forensic checks per scan. A live shared flagging network. Results on both screens in under 10 seconds. That’s not a scanner. That’s two decades of forensic intelligence at your door.
3
Detection Methods
UV, IR, White
What Does Dualpass Verify?
Dualpass verifies over 5,000 ID types from around the world, including:
- All North American driver’s licenses (all US states and territories, all Canadian provinces)
- International passports and national identity cards from countries worldwide
- Age cards and proof-of-age documents
- Military IDs and government-issued identification
- Regional identification documents from territories and provinces
Each document type is verified against Patronscan’s regularly updated forensic database, which tracks known security features, structural standards, and emerging counterfeit patterns.
8,500
data points analyzed
Our mission is simple but powerful: to create safer environments where businesses and communities can thrive. Every decision we make, from product development to customer support, is rooted in that purpose. We are proud to partner with organizations that share that vision and trust us to help protect what matters most.
From a technology standpoint, what sets Patronscan apart is our commitment to building systems that are both powerful and reliable. We have designed a platform that can scale across thousands of locations while continuously improving through machine learning and real-world data. Our focus is not just innovation, but delivering performance that our clients can trust every single night.
Our ID validation hardware is purpose-built for the environments our customers actually operate in. Every design decision starts with reliability and ease of use, because that’s what matters at the point of entry
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When a patron presents their ID, the Dualpass scanner captures the document and immediately begins multi-layer forensic analysis. In under one second, the system completes a basic age check and barcode validation.
Dualpass analyzes over 8,500 data points, including UV security layers, infrared patterns, microprinting, holographic elements, and the structural integrity of the document against a database of 14,000 verified ID types from around the world.
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Both Sides See the Truth
When an ID is scanned, both sides get scanned simultaneously.
Forensic Detection Beyond the Barcode
Basic scanners read the barcode and move on. Dualpass runs 8,500+ forensic data point checks per scan.
Shared Intelligence Across the Network
Every scan feeds Patronscan’s shared flagging network. A flagged fake ID caught at one venue is automatically tagged across every connected location.
Built Into the Patronscan Ecosystem
Dualpass connects directly to the Patronscan platform, the same software running Guard+, Handheld Series 2, and Omnipass.
The Patronscan Platform
Every scan is connected to the Patronscan Flag Network
A flagged ID detected at your venue is automatically shared across every connected location. Custom alert rules by age threshold, patron flag level, or ID type, are configured through the Patronscan platform and apply across all devices.
What makes the Dualpass different
Unlike standard barcode ID scanners that only validate the encoded data on the back of an ID, the Dualpass runs 8,500+ forensic checks per scan, analyzing UV layers, infrared patterns, microprinting, holograms, and document structure to detect high-quality fake IDs that pass a basic barcode read.
Scan IDs with Speed
The Dualpass completes a basic age check and barcode validation in under one second. For full forensic multi-layer verification, most scans complete in under 10 seconds. The tablet display shows results to both operator and patron simultaneously as the scan completes, keeping queue throughput moving without sacrificing detection depth.
Scan IDs from Around the World
The Dualpass supports 14,000 ID types from around the world, including all North American driver’s licenses (every US state and territory, all Canadian provinces), international passports, national identity cards, military IDs, and regional government-issued documents.
Patronscan’s document database is updated regularly to keep pace with new ID formats, security features, and emerging counterfeit patterns.
Join the Patronscan Flag Network
Every scan processed by the Dualpass is automatically checked against Patronscan’s shared flag network. If an ID has been flagged at any connected venue for a fake ID attempt or a compliance incident, the Dualpass surfaces that flag to your operator with an instant, customizable alert.
Configure your own flagging rules and alert thresholds through the Patronscan platform, and any flag your venue creates is automatically shared across the network to protect other connected locations.
Proven Performance in All Environments
500M
Million+
IDs Scanned and Counting
10M
Million+
Fake IDs Detected and Counting
341
Cities
In Our Network and More
Create Custom Entry Rules and Alerts
Through the Patronscan Platform software, you can configure custom rules based on ID data. Automatically alert staff when a scanned ID belongs to someone under a specified age, is a previously flagged patron, or someone on an internal watchlist.
Alerts are triggered in real time on the Dualpass screen and can be configured as visual or auditory cues. Rules can be set per location and updated at any time without hardware changes.
99.8
%
system uptime
Connect the Dualpass to any other Patronscan Product
The Dualpass is one of several Patronscan hardware options, alongside the Guard+, Handheld Series 2, and Omnipass. All devices run on the same Patronscan Platform, so a flag created on a Dualpass is visible to a Guard+ at another location.
This makes Dualpass a natural fit for multi-venue operators who want consistent flagging and reporting across all their locations from a single dashboard.
50
states protected
The ID validation space is evolving rapidly, and Patronscan is positioned at the center of it. We’re not just keeping up with where the industry is going, we’re defining it.
Our ID validation hardware is purpose-built for the environments our customers actually operate in. Every design decision starts with reliability and ease of use, because that’s what matters at the point of entry
Our mission is simple but powerful: to create safer environments where businesses and communities can thrive. Every decision we make, from product development to customer support, is rooted in that purpose. We are proud to partner with organizations that share that vision and trust us to help protect what matters most.
What's Included:
- Dualpass Device
- Charging cradle
- Width: 3 inch | Height: 6 inch | Depth: 0.6 inch
Industries & Case Studies
Patronscan is built for different industries, helping organizations verify access, reduce risk, and maintain compliance at scale
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Automotive Dealerships
Stop synthetic identity fraud before a test drive turns into a stolen vehicle. Verify every customer document on the spot.
Bars & Nightclubs
Protect your venue, your patrons, and your license. Patronscan ID scanners combine 8,500+ forensic ID checks, a shared flag network, and audit-ready records trusted by bars and nightclubs.
Casinos
Underage entry and repeat exclusions are legal obligations. Patronscan makes ID verification instant, reliable, and auditable at every entry point.
Convenience Stores
Entry points, unmanned cooler doors and self-checkout need automated age verification. Patronscan’s IVAC handles it without adding staff.
Financial Institutions
Bank branches verify identity hundreds of times a day. Patronscan makes every one of those checks count so financial institutions can fund loans with confidence and protect themselves from the regulatory exposure.
Events & Festivals
Move thousands of attendees through age-gated entry fast. Portable Handheld scanners work on cellular. No venue Wi-Fi needed.
Liquor Stores
Gate age-restricted products automatically. Connect to the Flag Network to keep known shoplifters out. One retailer saw a 96% drop in liquor theft.
Logistics & Transportation
Verify drivers and personnel at loading docks, warehouses, and secure facilities. IVAC automates entry for approved IDs.
Municipalities
Public safety initiatives and regulatory programmes need reliable identity verification tools. Patronscan works with cities and local governments to build safer, more accountable community environments.
Restaurants
Your staff should not have to be ID experts. Patronscan takes the pressure off your team, providing instant age and ID verification so they can focus on the guest experience.
Property Management
ID Scanning and Fake ID Detection for Property Management operations
Retail
Your stores already operate as a network. Patronscan unifies ID verification across your store network, turning every scan into shared signal that helps loss prevention teams act before incidents repeat.
Security Companies
Patronscan gives security professionals an additional, objective layer of ID verification they can deploy quickly, document accurately, and stand behind professionally.
Worksite Management
Thousands of attendees, limited staff, and zero margin for compliance errors. Patronscan gets people through the gate faster while keeping unwanted access locked out.
One platform built to support many industries and use cases.
Why Patronscan?
Because we are driven by continuous innovation, hyper customer care and precision ID authentication technology to fight identity fraud on the world’s largest ID scanning network.
10
provinces protected
Frequently Asked Questions
Have more questions about the Dualpass?
How quickly does the Dualpass verify an ID?
Basic age and barcode checks return a result in under a second. A full forensic pass covering UV, infrared, hologram, and microprint analysis across both sides of the document, typically completes in under 10 seconds. The verdict appears on the Dualpass tablet the moment the scan finishes, so your operator can move from check to next guest without breaking pace. Throughput stays high, and detection depth isn’t traded away for speed.
Which ID types does the Dualpass recognize?
More than 5,000 documents from around the world, including every US driver’s license (all states and territories), every Canadian provincial license, international passports, national identity cards, military IDs, and a wide range of regional government-issued documents. Patronscan’s document library is refreshed regularly to keep pace with new ID formats, updated security features, and emerging counterfeit techniques.
How does the Dualpass connect to Patronscan's shared flagging network?
Every scan runs against Patronscan’s shared intelligence database in real time. If the ID has been flagged anywhere on the connected network for a fraudulent attempt, a previous flag, or a compliance incident, the Dualpass surfaces the flag to your operator instantly through a customizable alert. You decide which conditions trigger which alerts through the Patronscan platform, and any flag your venue raises is automatically pushed to every other connected location. The network gets stronger every time someone uses it.
Can I configure custom entry rules and alerts on the Dualpass?
Yes. Through the Patronscan Platform software, you can build rules around any ID field flagging anyone under a set age, on your venue’s internal watchlist, or previously restricted. When a rule fires, the alert appears in real time on the Dualpass tablet display and can be configured as a visual cue, an audio cue, or both. Rules can be set per location and adjusted at any time without touching the hardware.
Does the Dualpass work offline?
Core document forensics run locally on the device, which means basic verification continues even if your network drops. Cross-venue flagging queries, however, require an active connection. Those lookups hit Patronscan’s shared intelligence database in real time. If your venue has spotty connectivity, Patronscan’s onboarding team will walk through the network requirements with you during setup and recommend the right configuration.
Where does the Dualpass fit in Patronscan's hardware lineup?
The Dualpass sits alongside the Guard+ kiosk, the Handheld Series 2, and the Omnipass, all running on the same Patronscan platform software. That means a flag created on a Dualpass at one location is instantly visible on a Guard+ at another, and a ban applied through the platform takes effect across every device on your account. For multi-venue operators who want consistent flagging and reporting from a single dashboard, the Dualpass is a natural fit beside the rest of the lineup.
What does it take to install and set up a Dualpass?
The Dualpass is built for fast deployment at entry points, reception desks, and service counters. It runs on a standard power connection and needs a network connection (wired or Wi-Fi) for full platform access and live flag queries. Each unit ships pre-configured to your account, and Patronscan’s onboarding team handles initial setup and staff training. Specific power and network specifications can be confirmed during a product demo if your space has unique requirements.