The Global Passport Service Program has started. The Consulate General of India in Dubai announced this. The service began on October 28. The new upgraded e-Passport will have a special embedded chip. What benefits will you get from it?
In this new e-Passport service, you can upload your information through the Passport Service Program portal. If there is any mistake in your application, you can correct it on the portal. The e-Passport’s special chip will store all the information of the passport holder in digital form. Because of this, immigration will be faster and take less time.
How the New Process Works
In this new process, applicants can upload their ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organisation) photograph, signature, and required documents through the Passport Services portal. This online process will save time and reduce visits to the international center.
How to Apply for an E-Passport
Go to the portal and click on Register Now.
- Complete the registration process and log in with your ID and password.
- On the homepage, click New Application.
- Fill in the form, submit it, and take a printout.
- Book an appointment from the link and go to the BLS center on the same day to submit the documents.
Indians in the UAE
Indians are the largest non-resident group in the UAE. About 35% of the total population is Indian. According to the embassy, 4.3 million Indians live in the UAE. Most are employed, but 10% of families depend on them. The largest number of people from Kerala live in the UAE, followed by people from Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Punjab, and other states.