UAE to Enhance Indian Passport Services with 16 New Centres
UAE to get 16 new Indian passport centres: How it will ease application, cut waiting time

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The Alhind Group is set to launch 16 new Indian passport centres across the UAE by July 1, aiming to streamline services for over 4 million Indians. This initiative will significantly reduce waiting times, with the largest centre located in Dubai's Bur Dubai area, featuring over 45 counters.
- 01Alhind Group will take over consular services from BLS, which has served for over 10 years.
- 02The largest centre will be in Dubai's Bur Dubai area, covering 12,000 sq ft with 45 counters.
- 03Parents can obtain passports for newborns without appointments at the new centres.
- 04Alhind is testing a home passport renewal service that allows online applications and home collection of biometrics.
- 05Service charges will be kept economical, with an additional fee of Dh19 for various services.
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The Alhind Group is preparing to take over as the consular service provider for the Indian Embassy in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with plans to open 16 new passport centres by July 1, 2023. This move aims to serve the over 4 million strong Indian community in the UAE more efficiently. Arun Radhakrishnan, Operations Manager for Alhind, confirmed that they have finalized locations and received embassy approval, with the largest centre set to be in Dubai's Bur Dubai area, featuring over 45 counters and 12,000 sq ft of space to significantly reduce waiting times. The centres will allow parents to obtain passports for newborns without needing an appointment and will provide a comprehensive range of documentation services. Additionally, Alhind is testing a new service that enables Indians to renew their passports from home, which could further streamline the process. The company has committed to keeping service charges economical, with only an additional fee of Dh19 above the embassy's mandated charges for services like photography and photocopying.
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This expansion will provide easier access to passport services for the Indian community, reducing the time and cost associated with obtaining necessary documentation.
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