Abu Dhabi : Indian expats in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) applying for or renewing their passports will now be issued e-passports instead of traditional paper booklets.

The move follows the global rollout of the Global Passport Seva Programme (GPSP 2.0) by the Government of India (GoI) on Monday, October 28, aimed at enhancing passport security and efficiency.

The upgraded system introduces a digitised, chip-enabled passport containing the holder’s personal and biometric details, ensuring faster immigration clearance and stronger protection against forgery.

Each passport features a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) chip and an antenna embedded within the booklet, aligning with International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) standards.

“Applicants can now complete their passport

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