Passport Application Process Archives

July 29, 2025
International
World

Explained: How passport renewal became easier in America – for some

TL;DR: The US has launched a fully digital passport renewal system — no paper, no post office, no queues. Nearly half of all renewals are now done online, with over 3 million American citizens already using it. Applicants can upload a photo from their phone, pay online, and receive a passport within weeks — sometimes […]

June 2, 2025
International
World

From e-passports to colour-coded covers: Indian expats in UAE to see major passport overhaul in 2025

Indian passports are getting a high-tech, user-friendly makeover in 2025, and the updates are especially relevant for the over 3.5 million Indians living in the UAE. From chip-enabled e-passports to easier documentation for families, these sweeping reforms aim to modernize how Indians at home and abroad manage one of their most important identity documents.Here’s what’s […]