Launch of E-Passport with chip in India! How will the security of citizens increase? Follow the simple steps to apply

• Issuance of e-passports with chip has started in India and travel is going to be more secure.
• The digital chip in the e-passport will make identity verification faster and prevent fake passports easier.
• Citizens applying for new passport or renewal will get e-passport without any increase in fees.

India has started issuing e-passports with chips, taking a big step towards a modern travel document system. The new e-passport uses digital security technology, which will make identity verification faster, safer and more reliable during international travel. The external appearance of the e-passport will be similar to the conventional passport. However, it incorporates advanced electronic technology. This will help simplify the immigration process at airports around the world.

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What is e-passport?

E-passport means electronic passport. It has a secure chip and antenna embedded in it. This chip stores the passport holder’s personal information securely in digital form. This information is similar to the information printed in the passport booklet, e-passport can be identified by a small golden e-passport symbol on the front cover of the passport. This symbol indicates that the passport contains an electronic chip. (Photo Courtesy – AI Created)

How will security increase due to e-passport?

The e-passport will help curb incidents of identity theft, forgery and passport tampering. Earlier one had to rely only on printed information. Now the information of the passport holder will be stored digitally in the chip. Officials will be able to electronically verify the information on the chip and the information on the passport during immigration checks, making it more difficult to use fake passports.

How to use e-passport?

At airports where e-passport scanner Kia Automated e-Gate facility is available, passengers will have to place their passports on the scanner. The chip will facilitate faster identity verification of the traveler through secure communication with the immigration system.

How to apply for e-passport?

One question that many people have is how to apply for an e-passport. The process of applying for an e-passport is very simple. If you have an old passport and it is valid, you do not need to apply for an e-passport immediately. Because you can use your old passport till the expiry date. You will get an e-passport when you create a new passport or apply for a renewal.

The process of applying for an e-passport is the same as before. You have to fill the online form on the Passport Seva portal, then make an appointment and get the documents verified at the nearest center. Documents like Aadhaar Card, Birth Certificate and Address Proof will be important to apply. Also, applicants must not have any serious criminal record.

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How much is the fee?

There has been no increase in the fee for generation of e-passport. The fee is fixed at Rs 1500 for a 36-page normal passport booklet and Rs 2000 for a 60-page booklet. If you opt for instant service, this will increase to Rs 3500 for 36 pages and Rs 4000 for 60 pages. Any citizen of India is eligible to apply for an e-passport.