(MENAFN- Live Mint) The Consulate General of India in Dubai announced the Passport Seva Programme (GPSP 2.0), which will be rolled out for all passport services from 28 October 2025. This upgraded version of the e-passport will include features such as embedded chips, an option to upload documents in the Passport Seva Programme (PSP) portal and correct errors in already submitted applications.

Here's a detailed overview of GPSP 2.0 featuresE-passports with embedded chips

E-passports will be issued through the PSP 2.0 system. These e-passports contain a chip with digitised data of the passport holders, which is included to facilitate quicker clearance at immigration points.

Upload ICAO complaint documents at the PSP portal

Applicants can upload their ICAO-compliant photograph, signature, and related documents through the PSP portal. The consulate has recommended applicants to upload these documents via GPSP 2.0 to minimise waiting times at BLS Centres.

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For minor corrections in passport applications, applicants are no longer required to retype their applications at BLS centres. In the new system, the service provider can correct already filled-in or submitted applications at their end without any extra charge.

Here's the direct link to the new online portal for availing respective passport services from October 28 onwards. Click here.

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Step 1: Register on the portal by clicking on the“Register Now” link displayed on the homepage.

Step 2: After completing the registration, log in using the“Login” link with the registered login ID and password.

Step 3: On the Applicant Home Page, click on the option to create a new application.

Step 4: Fill in the required details in the form and submit. Now, take a printout of the online submitted form.

Step 5: Book an appointment through the link shared here and go to the respective centre of BLS International along with the necessary supporting documents.

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The Indian diaspora is the largest ethnic group in the UAE, making up approximately 35% of the country's population. The number of resident Indian nationals in the UAE is estimated to be 4.3 million, according to Indian Embassy in UAE.

Most Indians in the UAE are employed, but approximately 10 per cent are dependent family members. Kerala has the largest representation among Indian states, followed by Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. Additionally, Indians from other states like UP, Bihar, Punjab, and others also make up a significant part of the Indian community in the UAE.

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