Written By: Mobin
India enters digital travel era with e-Passports! RFID-chip enabled documents enhance security with biometric data like fingerprints & iris scans.
Each e-Passport has an RFID chip storing biometrics (photo, fingerprints, iris scan) and personal data, eliminating manual checks & reducing queues.
Tamper-proof technology prevents forgery & identity fraud. Existing passports remain valid until expiry, but e-Passports offer future-ready benefits.
Currently issued in 12 cities including Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai & Goa. Nationwide rollout expected by mid-2025 across all passport centers.
Nagpur, Jaipur, Surat, Ranchi among first to get e-Passports. Tamil Nadu alone issued 20,729+ e-Passports by March 2025 at Chennai RPO.
Faster immigration checks, reduced fraud risk, and global compatibility make e-Passports ideal for frequent travelers and digital-savvy citizens.
A leap in secure travel! While optional now, e-Passports promise hassle-free journeys and are India’s step toward advanced digital infrastructure.