If you are thinking of applying for a new passport, then now you can get an e-passport with advanced technology instead of a paper passport. In fact, the government of india has started a new era of technology by starting the e-passport service, which will not only make the identity of the passengers more secure, but will also make international travel very easy.
What is an e-passport?
An e-passport looks similar to a normal passport, but it has a special microchip. Your personal information as well as biometric details are saved in this chip, such as your photo, fingerprint etc. This data is encrypted securely, which can only be read by authorized scanning systems.
Where has the e-passport service started?
At present, the facility of e-passport has started in some selected cities of india like Nagpur, Chennai, Jaipur, Delhi, Hyderabad, Ranchi, Shimla, Bhubaneswar, goa and Jammu etc. The Ministry of External Affairs plans to implement it across the country by mid-2025 so that every citizen can get its benefit.
What are the benefits of e-passport?
1. Better security: It is almost impossible to fake or tamper with the chip in this passport. This helps in preventing passport related fraud.
2. Fast immigration: When you pass through immigration at international airports, this chip immediately provides your information to the officer. This reduces the time of verification.
3. Data secure: The information saved in the chip is kept secure with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) technology. That is, no unknown person can access or change your personal information.
Do old passport holders need to do anything?
No, those who already have traditional passports do not need to get a new e-passport immediately. You can use your existing passport as long as it is valid. Yes, when the time for renewal comes, you will get an e-passport.
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