India Launches Chip-Enabled E-Passport: Enhanced Security, Faster Travel
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News18•04-01-2026, 14:19
India Launches Chip-Enabled E-Passport: Enhanced Security, Faster Travel
- •India has introduced chip-enabled e-passports, securely storing identity data like photos and fingerprints in an encrypted chip.
- •The e-passport looks like a regular passport but features an embedded chip in the back cover, adhering to global standards for security.
- •Any Indian citizen eligible for a regular passport can apply for an e-passport; the application process mirrors that of traditional passports.
- •Fees remain the same: 1,500 rupees for a 36-page booklet and 2,000 rupees for a 60-page booklet, plus Tatkaal charges if applicable.
- •Benefits include increased security against forgery, faster immigration processing through biometric scans, and improved international acceptance.
Why It Matters: India's new e-passport offers enhanced security and convenience for international travel.
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