Indian Passport to Get a New Look: From Blue to Orange
According to instructions from the Ministry of External Affairs, a jacket in the colour orange will be applied to the passport for people who come within the category of Emigration Check Required (ECR).
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The ECR stamp's primary goal is to promote safety for people who lack formal training or education.
In essence, this safeguards those on this list from being exploited when they apply for work abroad.
This action intends to speed up both the emigration process as well as the ECR verification procedure and the issuance of travel or other visas.
Types of Passports Issued in India
Regular Passport | White Passport | Diplomatic / Official Passport | ECR Holders |
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There are two categories as far as emigration endorsement is concerned in Indian passports:
- Emigration Check Required (ECR)
- Emigration Check Not Required (ECNR)
In terms of ECR, persons who hold this kind of passport are expected to provide additional information and paperwork in the event that they look for work possibilities abroad.
According to the Emigration Act of 1983, Indians must apply for an "Emigration Clearance" before they can travel to places like the United Arab Emirates, Yemen, Thailand, Syria, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Qatar, Oman, Malaysia, Libya, Lebanon, Jordan, Indonesia, Kuwait, Brunei, Bahrain, and Afghanistan.
This ECR category basically applies to the unskilled labour force across the country, who apply for work-related visas in foreign countries.
Indian passports come in orange, white, and maroon colours. Government-issued maroon passports are diplomatic and official travel documents, while orange passports are given to ECR holders. A regular passport is also for people who frequently travel and enter foreign nations on either a business or travel visa.
Read More About Other Passport Related Pages
- Indian Passport
- Apply for Passport Online
- Apply for Passport Offline
- Passport Forms
- Fill Passport Application Form
- Track Passport Application Status
- ECR ECNR Status
- RTI and Passport
- Police Verification
- Diplomatic Passport
- Tatkal Passport
- Student Passport
- Passport Renewal
- Passport Reissue
- Duplicate Passport
- Documents Required for Indian Passport
FAQs on Indian Passport to Get New Look
- How can I get an orange Indian passport?
In 2018, the government introduced orange passports that do not have an address page. These passports are primarily made for those who have not completed grade 10. The ECR category includes these people.
- Do I have to apply for a new passport if my appearance has changed?
Yes, if your appearance has changed enough to need a new photo, then you have to apply for a new passport.
- Can I just change my photo in my passport?
No, it is not possible to just change your photo in the passport. You have to apply for visa renewal in such cases.
- What kind of passport is the most popular?
The most popular passport type is the blue passport. It is also referred to as the ‘tourist’ or ‘regular’ passport.
- Do various passport types have different application fees?
No, the price only varies based on the type of passport service you choose I.e., regular and tatkal service.
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