A significant number of Indian passport holders live in the UAE for jobs, business and study on a UAE visa. Indians whose passport is about to expire can apply for passport renewal or extension in the UAE. Here you will find complete information about Indian passport renewal in UAE, including passport renewal fee, time, documents required and a lot more.
Consulate General of India in Dubai
The Consulate General of India in Dubai is responsible for welfare of Indians residing in Dubai and other Northern Emirates. The Consulate General of India has outsourced a variety of passport services to an agency that receives applications and payment for the following services.
- Fresh/ Re-issue of Passport
- Re-validation of Passport
- Diplomatic/ Official Passport
- Emergency Certificate (EC)
- Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
- Surrender (Renunciation) Certificate
- Birth Registration and
- Registration of Birth & Issue of Passport to new born child
Indian Passport Renewal in UAE through BLS International
Indians living in the UAE can visit the BLS International Services Center to renew their passport. BLS International is an approved agency that handles the collections of passport and visa renewal applications and fees in the UAE for Indian expats. Then the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi or the Consulate General of India in Dubai processes your application.
Indian Passport Renewal in UAE
Following are the steps you need to follow to renew your passport in the UAE:
- Visit the nearest BLS International Service Center along with the required documents.
- Checklist of documents required for Indian passport renewal in the UAE:
- Original copy of your current passport
- Valid ID proof in the UAE
- You may have to carry an expired UAE residence visa, for specific cases
- If your residence visa was issued in Abu Dhabi or Al Ain, you need to submit additional documents when applying for passport renewal in Dubai or the Northern Emirates. On the other hand, individuals having their visa issued in Dubai or Northern Emirates need to submit additional documents when applying for passport renewal at BLS Centers in Abu Dhabi or Al Ain.
- Carry valid proof of residency, such as a tenancy agreement, a letter from the employer/ company to prove you live or work in the UAE, when visiting the BLS Centers for Indian passport renewal.
- Police verification is needed for changes in the current passport details, like your name, address, etc.
- However, in case of an emergency, you can request for post-police verification instead of pre-police verification. You can also apply for renewal via Tatkal by paying an extra fee.
It is important to remember that when you apply for Indian passport renewal in Dubai or other Emirates, you have to be present in person to submit your documents and application at a BLS Center.
How to Apply for Passport Renewal at BLS Centers in UAE
- Simply visit the nearest BLS Center in the UAE along with your photograph and photocopies of required documents.
- Get a token number.
- Get your application form prepared at the BLS Center.
- When you are called, submit all documents to the submission officer and pay the required fees for Indian passport renewal.
- Sign the application form in the presence of the submission officer.
Currently the BLS Centre in Abu Dhabi is only accepting limited applications for passport renewal, including applicants whose passports have already expired or about to expire soon.
Indian Passport Renewal Premium Services
You can opt for Premium Lounge service of BLS International Center to avoid long queues and for hassle-free renewal of an Indian passport in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. Using this service, you can schedule your appointment online through the BLS Center’s website. It also allows you to submit your applications faster and get document pre-screening done in a dedicated lounge area. You can avail the premium service for AED 236 per applicant.
Indian Passport Renewal Fees in the UAE
The Indian passport renewal fees in UAE varies for adult and minor applicants. If you opt for Tatkal Service, you will have to pay extra charges.The following charges include passport renewal fee as well as charges for typing, photograph and courier services.
| Type of Fee | Indian Passport Renewal Charges |
|---|---|
| Normal Indian Passport Renewal | – Adults (36-page booklet): AED 285 – Adults (60-page booklet): AED 380 – Minors: AED 190 |
| Tatkal Renewal Service | – Adults (36-page booklet): AED 855 – Adults (60-page booklet): AED 950 – Minors: AED 760 |
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FAQs
The timing of BLS Centers in Abu Dhabi varies from center to center:
– BLS Center Shams Boutik: 09:00 am to 06:00 pm
– BLS Centre Musaffah
– BLS Centre Abu Dhabi Premium Lounge
You can call at +971-4-387-5777 to speak to a representative of BLS Dubai Center.
The cost of Indian passport renewal in Dubai varies based on applicants and services:
Normal Indian passport renewal fee in Dubai:
– Adults (36-page booklet): AED 285
– Adults (60-page booklet): AED 380
– Minors: AED 190
Tatkal Indian passport renewal fee in Dubai:
– Adults (36-page booklet): AED 855
– Adults (60-page booklet): AED 950
– Minors: AED 760
