India rolls out e-passports with embedded chips, details inside

Chip-based e-passport rolled out: Key features, benefits, how to get one and other details

As part of the Passport Seva Programme (PSP) Version 2.0, the Ministry of External Affairs has rolled out the e-passport initiative. This is not just a major step towards the modernisation of India's passport system, but will also help avoid duplication of passport holders' data. E-passports will make identity verification more efficient, along with offering enhanced protection against fraud.  What Is An E-Passport? An e-passport is a combinatio…

India rolls out e-passports with embedded chips, details inside

India is moving towards high-tech chip-based e-passports to make travel more secure and convenient. These smart passports will store key personnel data and help reduce fraud and identity theft.

From 1 May, only digital passport photos may be used for identification documents. However, there are still technical problems in many civil offices. Some municipalities continue to accept paper pictures until 31 July.

India Launches Biometric E-Passports in 12 Cities

India Launches Biometric E-Passports in 12 Cities India has formally started issuing biometric e-passports in 12 cities, including Chennai and Jaipur. The move aligns the nation with international standards since over 150 countries had implemented biometric passports by 2019. Malaysia pioneered the use of the technology way back in 1998, based on publicly available information. […]

India rolls out e passports for its citizens, see details here

Bhubaneswar: Security and safety of Indian citizens has been enhanced by the issuance of e passports. The Indian e-passports are a great combination of electronic passport technology with conventional paper passports. The e-Passport is a combined paper and electronic passport, with an embedded Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) chip and antenna embedded as an inlay. The main benefit of the e-Passport is its enhanced ability to maintain the in…

New Passport Launch: Govt of India launches e-passport with embedded chip, Key benefits and how to apply

New Delhi. You should also have a passport. If not, your passport will no longer be like a traditional paper book. In fact, India has launched e-passport (Indian e-passport) so that both the identity and security of the passport holder can be clear and better. E-passport means electronic passport, which is made with advanced technology and is completely different from the traditional paper passport. In fact, the Government of India had launched …