Indian passport fees rising up to 75% from July 1; UAE expats affected
India is raising passport fees by up to 75 per cent starting July 1, according to a gazette notification issued by the country's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on June 20 under the Passports (Amendment) Rules.
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- Applies to
- Immigration · UAE
- What to do
- Indian expats in the UAE requiring passport renewals or new applications should apply before July 1, 2025, to avoid the higher fees, or be prepared to pay the increased rates from that date.
India is raising passport fees by up to 75 per cent starting July 1, according to a gazette notification issued by the country's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on June 20 under the Passports (Amendment) Rules. When Gulf News contacted the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi, officials confirmed that the fee hike would be applicable to passport applicants in the UAE and across the world. The Indian missions in the UAE are yet to announce the new fee structure for applicants here. According to the Indian Ambassador to the UAE Dr Deepak Mittal, the UAE is now home to 4.5 million Indians, making it one of the largest Indian diaspora populations in the world. The Indian Embassy and the Indian Consulate in Dubai together handle a substantial volume of consular work.
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Reported by: Gulf News 25 Jun 2026 Read the original ↗ More from Gulf News →
Quick answers
What do I need to do?
Indian expats in the UAE requiring passport renewals or new applications should apply before July 1, 2025, to avoid the higher fees, or be prepared to pay the increased rates from that date.
What was the deadline?
1 Jul 2025 — this deadline has passed.
Who reported this?
Gulf News (UAE).
When was it announced?
25 Jun 2026.
Where can I read the original?
Read the original at Gulf News: https://gulfnews.com/uae/india-hikes-passport-fees-by-up-to-75-from-july-1-indian-expats-in-uae-will-pay-more-too-1.500586988
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