Indian expats in the UAE can now rest assured as the rollout of India's new chip-enabled e-passport will not involve any extra biometrics, new procedures, or fee changes. Officials confirmed that the process remains the same, offering a smooth and stress-free transition to a smarter, more secure travel document.
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Indian expats in the UAE can now rest assured as the rollout of India's new chip-enabled e-passport will not involve any extra biometrics, new procedures, or fee changes. Officials confirmed that the process remains the same, offering a smooth and stress-free transition to a smarter, more secure travel document.
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