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Looks like you can use the ePassport gates if you're a UK resident and from a country that is allowed to use the ePassport gates.
https://www.gov.uk/uk-border-control/at-border-control
If you’re from a non-EEA country
You no longer have to fill in a landing card. Your passport (and visa if you have one) will be checked at border control. You’ll usually be asked why you’re coming to the UK.
You may be able to use the automatic ePassport gates if you’re from:
- Australia
- Canada
- Japan
- New Zealand
- Singapore
- South Korea
- United States
You must also:
- be aged 12 or over (if you’re between 12 and 17, you must be accompanied by an adult)
- have a valid visa or a biometric residence permit
- have a valid passport for the duration of your stay have a
- passport with a ‘chip’ on it