{"id":2603,"date":"2026-05-22T06:12:16","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T06:12:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/?p=2603"},"modified":"2026-05-22T06:12:16","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T06:12:16","slug":"india-e-passport-2026-everything-travel-agents-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/index.php\/india-e-passport-2026-everything-travel-agents-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"India e-Passport 2026: Everything Travel Agents Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\r\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\r\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\r\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span 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ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/index.php\/india-e-passport-2026-everything-travel-agents-need-to-know\/#What_Is_the_India_e-Passport_2026_%E2%80%94_And_Why_Should_Travel_Agents_Care\" >What Is the India e-Passport 2026 \u2014 And Why Should Travel Agents Care?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/index.php\/india-e-passport-2026-everything-travel-agents-need-to-know\/#What_Makes_the_India_e-Passport_2026_Different\" >What Makes the India e-Passport 2026 Different?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/index.php\/india-e-passport-2026-everything-travel-agents-need-to-know\/#Benefits_and_Features_of_the_Indian_Biometric_e-Passport_for_International_Travel\" >Benefits and Features of the Indian Biometric e-Passport for International Travel<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/index.php\/india-e-passport-2026-everything-travel-agents-need-to-know\/#The_India_Passport_Upgrade_2026_Whats_Changing_and_When\" >The India Passport Upgrade 2026: What&#8217;s Changing and When?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/index.php\/india-e-passport-2026-everything-travel-agents-need-to-know\/#How_to_Apply_for_the_e-Passport_India_A_Step-by-Step_Guide\" >How to Apply for the e-Passport India: A Step-by-Step Guide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/index.php\/india-e-passport-2026-everything-travel-agents-need-to-know\/#e-Passport_vs_Regular_Passport_India_What_Travel_Agents_Must_Communicate_Clearly\" >e-Passport vs Regular Passport India: What Travel Agents Must Communicate Clearly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/index.php\/india-e-passport-2026-everything-travel-agents-need-to-know\/#Quick_FAQs_for_Travel_Agents_to_Keep_Handy\" >Quick FAQs for Travel Agents to Keep Handy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/index.php\/india-e-passport-2026-everything-travel-agents-need-to-know\/#Stay_Ahead_of_the_Curve_in_2026\" >Stay Ahead of the Curve in 2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\r\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_India_e-Passport_2026_%E2%80%94_And_Why_Should_Travel_Agents_Care\"><\/span><b>What Is the India e-Passport 2026 \u2014 And Why Should Travel Agents Care?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re a travel agent in India, you&#8217;ve likely already started fielding questions from clients about the <\/span><b>India e-Passport 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. And rightly so \u2014 this is one of the most significant upgrades to India&#8217;s travel documentation in decades. Understanding this change isn&#8217;t just useful; it&#8217;s essential for advising your clients accurately and confidently.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>India e-Passport 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a biometric-enabled passport embedded with a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) chip. This chip securely stores the passport holder&#8217;s personal data, photograph, and biometric information \u2014 making it far more secure and internationally recognised than the traditional booklet. Think of it as India&#8217;s travel document getting a much-needed digital upgrade.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2525 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-24-2026-05_59_32-PM-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Visa forex travel insurance tips for Indian travellers and agents 2026\" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-24-2026-05_59_32-PM-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-24-2026-05_59_32-PM-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-24-2026-05_59_32-PM-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-24-2026-05_59_32-PM-320x213.jpg 320w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-24-2026-05_59_32-PM-480x320.jpg 480w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-24-2026-05_59_32-PM-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-24-2026-05_59_32-PM.jpg 1075w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Makes_the_India_e-Passport_2026_Different\"><\/span><b>What Makes the India e-Passport 2026 Different?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The biggest difference between the <\/span><b>e-Passport vs regular passport India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> travellers have used for years comes down to one thing: the embedded chip.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s a quick comparison to help you explain it to clients:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Feature<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Regular Passport<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>India e-Passport 2026<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data Storage<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Printed on pages<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stored on RFID chip<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biometric Data<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not included<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fingerprints + photo<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Security Level<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standard<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-level encryption<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Border Clearance<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manual verification<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automated e-gates<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Risk of Forgery<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Significantly reduced<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>chip passport India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> model follows the international standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), which means it&#8217;s compatible with automated border control systems in countries like the USA, UK, Australia, and across the EU. For your frequent flyer clients, this could mean faster immigration clearance at major airports worldwide.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_and_Features_of_the_Indian_Biometric_e-Passport_for_International_Travel\"><\/span><b>Benefits and Features of the Indian Biometric e-Passport for International Travel<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a travel agent, your clients will want to know: <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;What&#8217;s in it for me?&#8221;<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Here&#8217;s how to answer that. The <\/span><b>benefits and features of Indian biometric e-Passport for international travel<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are substantial:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Faster Airport Processing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Airports equipped with e-gates can verify passengers in seconds. No more long immigration queues \u2014 your clients simply scan their passport and walk through.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Enhanced Security<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The encrypted RFID chip makes duplication or tampering virtually impossible. This is a major advantage for frequent international travellers who are at higher risk of identity fraud.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Global Acceptance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Since the <\/span><b>India e-Passport 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> follows ICAO Doc 9303 standards, it is accepted by immigration authorities across 100+ countries \u2014 seamlessly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Reduced Human Error<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Automated systems read the chip data directly, eliminating errors from manual data entry \u2014 a common cause of immigration delays.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Longer Validity (Unchanged)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The validity periods (10 years for adults, 5 years for minors) remain the same. The upgrade is in the document&#8217;s technology, not its duration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_India_Passport_Upgrade_2026_Whats_Changing_and_When\"><\/span><b>The India Passport Upgrade 2026: What&#8217;s Changing and When?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2613 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ChatGPT-Image-May-22-2026-11_38_25-AM_11zon-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"India e-passport: future of travel\" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ChatGPT-Image-May-22-2026-11_38_25-AM_11zon-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ChatGPT-Image-May-22-2026-11_38_25-AM_11zon-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ChatGPT-Image-May-22-2026-11_38_25-AM_11zon-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ChatGPT-Image-May-22-2026-11_38_25-AM_11zon-320x213.jpg 320w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ChatGPT-Image-May-22-2026-11_38_25-AM_11zon-480x320.jpg 480w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ChatGPT-Image-May-22-2026-11_38_25-AM_11zon-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ChatGPT-Image-May-22-2026-11_38_25-AM_11zon.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>India passport upgrade 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is being rolled out in phases. The Indian government, through the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and the Passport Seva Programme, has confirmed that e-Passports are being issued at select Passport Seva Kendras (PSKs) across the country, with a nationwide rollout planned progressively through 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key rollout points to know:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pilot cities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> including Nagpur, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Hyderabad, and others are already issuing e-Passports<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>New applicants<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at enabled PSKs will automatically receive the <\/span><b>digital passport in India<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Existing passport holders<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> do NOT need to immediately upgrade \u2014 their current passport remains valid until expiry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>chip passport India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> format will gradually become the standard for all new issuances nationwide<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a travel agent, the most important thing to communicate is: <\/span><b>there is no panic-upgrade needed.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Current passports are still fully valid. However, clients applying for a fresh or renewal passport should expect \u2014 and welcome \u2014 the e-Passport.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Apply_for_the_e-Passport_India_A_Step-by-Step_Guide\"><\/span><b>How to Apply for the e-Passport India: A Step-by-Step Guide<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2310 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/apply-now-form-information-job-concept-1024x748.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"482\" srcset=\"https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/apply-now-form-information-job-concept-1024x748.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/apply-now-form-information-job-concept-300x219.jpg 300w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/apply-now-form-information-job-concept-768x561.jpg 768w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/apply-now-form-information-job-concept-1536x1122.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/apply-now-form-information-job-concept-2048x1496.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/apply-now-form-information-job-concept-320x234.jpg 320w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/apply-now-form-information-job-concept-480x351.jpg 480w, https:\/\/riyagroup.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/apply-now-form-information-job-concept-800x584.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most common questions you&#8217;ll receive is about the <\/span><b>step by step process to apply for e-Passport in India 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The good news? The process is nearly identical to applying for a regular passport. Here&#8217;s what your clients need to do:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 1 \u2014 Visit the Passport Seva Portal<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Go to<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/passportindia.gov.in\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">passportindia.gov.in<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and log in or register as a new user.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 2 \u2014 Fill the Application Form<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Select &#8220;Fresh Passport&#8221; or &#8220;Re-issue of Passport&#8221; and complete the online form carefully. The system will automatically determine if an e-Passport will be issued based on the applicant&#8217;s PSK.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 3 \u2014 Upload Required Documents<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Applicants will need proof of identity, address proof, date of birth certificate, and existing passport (for renewals).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 4 \u2014 Book an Appointment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Schedule a visit to the nearest Passport Seva Kendra or Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 5 \u2014 Attend the Appointment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Biometric data (photograph and fingerprints) will be captured in-person \u2014 this is mandatory for the <\/span><b>India e-Passport 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 6 \u2014 Track and Receive<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> After processing and police verification, the passport is dispatched via Speed Post directly to the applicant&#8217;s address.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowing the <\/span><b>how to apply e-Passport India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> process inside out will save your clients hours of confusion \u2014 and save you endless follow-up calls.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"e-Passport_vs_Regular_Passport_India_What_Travel_Agents_Must_Communicate_Clearly\"><\/span><b>e-Passport vs Regular Passport India: What Travel Agents Must Communicate Clearly<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s a critical point for your client consultations on <\/span><b>e-Passport vs regular passport India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: the two documents are NOT interchangeable in terms of future benefits, but are legally equivalent today.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Countries with automated e-gates (United States, UK, EU nations, Australia, UAE, Singapore, and more) will increasingly prioritise holders of biometric passports for fast-track processing. While Indian regular passport holders can still enter these countries, they may not qualify for automated lanes \u2014 leading to longer manual queues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advising clients who travel frequently \u2014 especially business travellers, students going abroad, or those visiting Schengen countries \u2014 to apply for the <\/span><b>digital passport in India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> when their current passport is due for renewal is sound, practical advice.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_FAQs_for_Travel_Agents_to_Keep_Handy\"><\/span><b>Quick FAQs for Travel Agents to Keep Handy<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><b>Q: Will my client&#8217;s existing passport still work?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Yes. Regular passports remain valid until their expiry date. No immediate action needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q: Is the fee different for an e-Passport?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Currently, the fee structure remains the same as a regular passport application.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q: Can clients specifically request an e-Passport?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> At e-Passport enabled PSKs, it is issued automatically. Clients cannot &#8220;opt out.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q: Does the India e-Passport 2026 allow visa-free travel to new countries?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> No. Visa policies remain unchanged. The e-Passport improves processing speed and security, not visa entitlements.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stay_Ahead_of_the_Curve_in_2026\"><\/span><b>Stay Ahead of the Curve in 2026<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>India e-Passport 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> isn&#8217;t a disruption \u2014 it&#8217;s an evolution. As a travel agent, being informed about <\/span><b>everything travel agents need to know about India e-Passport 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> positions you as a trusted expert your clients can rely on. Whether they&#8217;re renewing a passport before a holiday or applying fresh for their first international trip, your guidance on the <\/span><b>India e-Passport 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will make their experience smoother, faster, and smarter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bookmark this guide. Share it with your team. And the next time a client asks about their <\/span><b>chip passport India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or wonders about the <\/span><b>India passport upgrade 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 you&#8217;ll have all the answers ready.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This blog is intended for informational purposes. For the most current guidelines and PSK availability, always refer to the official Passport Seva Portal at passportindia.gov.in or the Ministry of External Affairs website.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What Is the India e-Passport 2026 \u2014 And Why Should Travel Agents Care? If you&#8217;re a travel agent in India, you&#8217;ve likely already started fielding questions from clients about the India e-Passport 2026. And rightly so \u2014 this is one of the most significant upgrades to India&#8217;s travel documentation in decades. 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