New passport centres for Indians in UAE to save money and time, says consul general in Dubai
India’s new consul general in Dubai is confident the recently rolled out passport and visa centres will provide quick and affordable services to all citizens. Dr Vishnu Vardhan Reddy took charge on Monday and visited a passport centre in a Dubai mall before heading to the consulate office. “What is happening in passport services is a very positive change and I hope you will see the results on the…
India's new consul general in Dubai, Dr Vishnu Vardhan Reddy, expressed confidence in the recently launched passport and visa centers in the UAE, stating they will offer quick and affordable services to the 4.3 million Indian community living there. Dr Reddy visited a passport center in a Dubai mall before attending a consulate office, praising the positive change in passport services and expecting results soon.
The consul general emphasized the importance of booking appointments through the official portal and avoiding fraudulent third-party providers. Sixteen Consular Application centres were established two weeks ago in the UAE following an outsourcing to Al Hind Tours and Travels. To simplify the passport issuing process, officials are working to reduce processing and issuing wait times, particularly for the Tatkal (immediate) category, to within three days.
Dr Reddy aims to provide a standard fee of Dh19, covering all services, including forms, photographs, document typing, domestic courier, and photocopy requirements. A walk-in option is available for Tatkal and newborn passport applications, as well as emergency situations. Dr Reddy also plans to integrate more technology into passport services to avoid unnecessary expenses and appointments.
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