Archive · 24 Sep 2025
India Launches e-Passports for Enhanced Security, Efficiency
India is now giving out new e-Passports, which are like regular passports but have extra features to keep your information safe.
These passports have a special chip and antenna that store your personal details and fingerprints.
They also have a gold symbol on the front to show they're the new kind.
Getting an e-Passport involves applying online, choosing a passport center, and paying a fee.
The e-Passports aim to make traveling smoother and safer.
India has begun issuing e-Passports nationwide.
e-Passports feature an embedded RFID chip with personal and biometric information.
The new passports aim to increase security and speed up immigration checks.
Applicants can apply via the Passport Seva portal.
Fees are Rs. 1,500 (36-page) or Rs. 2,000 (60-page) under the normal process.
- Who
- Indian citizens
- What
- New e-Passports
- When
- Launched April 1, 2024 (pilot)
- Where
- India
- Why
- To improve security and expedite airport checks.
- Passport Type
- e-Passport with RFID chip
- Start Date
- April 1, 2024 (pilot program)
- Features
- RFID chip, biometric data, encrypted access
- Fee
- Rs. 1,500 (36-page booklet), Rs. 2,000 (60-page booklet)
- Goal
- Enhanced security and faster immigration checks