How to renew your Indian passport in the UAE
Wonder how you can renew your Indian passport in the UAE? Read on to learn all the details regarding Indian passport renewal in the UAE, including documentation, processing time, renewal fees and more.
HOW TO RENEW AN INDIAN PASSPORT IN THE UAE?
You’d find a large number of Indian expatriates in the UAE. Indian expats in the country can renew their passports by submitting their application at the BLS International Services Centre, which provides visa and passport services in the UAE. The organisation also handles the collection of Indian passport renewal applications and fees.
Please note that BLS International Service Centres will collect all documents, but the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi or the Consulate General of India in Dubai will process your application.
Here’s how you can renew your Indian passport in the UAE.
REGISTRATION PROCESS
As the first step for Indian passport renewal in the UAE, you must create an account on the governmental website “Passport Seva.” Visit the website and select the region “Africa and Middle East” and “United Arab Emirates” as your country of residence. You will be asked to sign in or create an account.
You can create your account by providing basic personal details such as name, DOB and citizenship. Once you have registered your account, you can create an application for an ordinary passport. Subsequently, you can select passport reissue.
Fill in personal details such as marital status, address, emergency contact, family member details, employment and qualification and others to further progress your application.
Next, you have to answer a few questions, including:
- Details of any criminal proceedings against you
- Any convictions by a court in India
- Denial or refusal to issue passport previously
- Have you ever applied for or been granted foreign citizenship?
- Have you gone back to India on an emergency certificate?
Take a printout of the form for your scheduled appointment at the BLS Centre.
VISIT THE NEAREST BLS CENTRE WITH THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
For Indian passport renewal in the UAE, you must visit the nearest BLS International Services Centre. Appointments can be booked online via the official BLS website. Presently, there’s no option for Indian passport renewal online.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR INDIAN PASSPORT RENEWAL IN THE UAE
For valid UAE residence visa holders, mandatory documents for Indian passport renewal in the UAE include the following:
- The current original passport of the applicant
- Copy of your UAE Residence visa page
- Two passport-size photos (51mm X 51mm with white background)
You can visit the official BLS Centre website to learn more about the supporting documents.
When visiting the BLS Centres to renew an Indian passport in such cases, please bring a valid proof of residency (such as a tenancy contract) or a letter from the employer/company stating that you work or live in the emirate.
Please note that applicants renewing Indian passports in the UAE must submit their documents and application in person at their nearest BLS Centres.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR INDIAN PASSPORT RENEWAL FOR MINORS
If parents want to renew their child’s Indian passport in the UAE, they must submit these documents.
- The current original passport of the applicant
- Copy of UAE Residence visa page
- Current original passports of both parents (for verification)
- Emirates ID of both parents (for verification)
Both parents must accompany the child for Indian passport renewal in the UAE.
PROCESS TO RENEW INDIAN PASSPORT IN THE UAE USING BLS CENTRES
Applicants who opt for Indian passport renewal at BLS Centres must make an appointment via the official website. Bring your application and the required documents to the BLS Centre on the day.
Upon your turn, present all documents to the submission officer and pay the required fees for Indian passport renewal. Only cash payments are accepted.
Applicants renewing their Indian passports will also have to sign the application form in the presence of the submission officer.
RECEIVING YOUR RENEWED INDIAN PASSPORT VIA COURIER
Adult and minor applicants must wait at least five working days to receive their new passports. However, those who select the Tatkal service (urgent) can get their Indian passport renewal processing time reduced to 2 working days.
The applicant will receive their renewed Indian passport via a courier service. You can also track your Indian passport renewal status through the official BLS Centre UAE website.
Passports returned by the courier service can be collected from BLS – Al Khaleej Center (Dubai) and BLS – Shams Boutik (Abu Dhabi).
INDIAN PASSPORT RENEWAL FEES IN THE UAE
Wondering how much it costs to renew an Indian passport in the UAE? The Indian passport renewal fee is different for adult and minor applicants. Those who opt for the Tatkal (urgent) service have to pay additional charges. Please note that the prices to renew your Indian passport in the UAE include typing, photographs and courier services.
The service charge for Indian passport renewal is AED 9, and the Indian Community Welfare Fund fee is AED 8. Also mentioned below are the standard charges and the Indian passport renewal Tatkal fees.
NORMAL RENEWAL SERVICE FOR INDIAN PASSPORT HOLDERS
- 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
BLS CENTRE LOCATIONS AND TIMINGS
Here are the locations and timings for major BLS Centres that offer services related to Indian passport renewal in the UAE.
BLS CENTRE ABU DHABI
BLS CENTRE SHAMS BOUTIK
- Location: Level 1, Shop No 32, Shams Boutik Mall, Al Rayfah Street, Al Reem Island
- Timings: 09:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m. (Lunch break 01:00 p.m. to 02:00 p.m.)
BLS CENTRE MUSAFFAH
- Location: Cubes Park Block – 4, Entrance – D, Mezzanine Floor, Mussaffah Industrial Area (M 25)
- Timings: 07:00 a.m. to 04:00 p.m. (Lunch break 12:00 p.m. to 01:00 p.m.)
BLS CENTRE ABU DHABI PREMIUM LOUNGE
- Location: Office M 02, Mezzanine Floor, Al Muhairi Building
- Timings: 09:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m. (Lunch break 01:00 p.m. to 02:00 p.m.)
- Contact: +971-4-387-5667
BLS CENTRE DUBAI
BLS CENTRE DUBAI – KHALEEJ CENTRE
- Location: Office 118 -119, Mezzanine Floor, Al Khaleej Center, Opposite Al Ain Center, Mankhool Road, Bur Dubai
- Timings: 09:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m. (Lunch break 01:00 p.m. to 02:00 p.m.)
BLS CENTRE DUBAI – DEIRA
- Location: Shop No 13, Ground Floor, Zeenah Building, Opposite City Centre Deira P3 Parking, Deira
- Timings: 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. (Lunch break 12:00 p.m. to 01:00 p.m.)
BLS CENTRE DUBAI PREMIUM LOUNGE
- Location: Office 507, Habib Bank AG Zurich, Al Jawarah Building, Bank Street, Bur Dubai
- Timings: 09:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.
- Contact: +971-4-387-5777
BLS CENTRE SHARJAH
- Location: Office 11, Mezzanine Floor, Abdul Aziz Majid Building, King Faisal Street
- Timings: 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. (Lunch break 12:00 p.m. to 01:00 p.m.)
BLS CENTRE RAS AL KHAIMAH
- Location: Behind Specialist Medical Centre, Dahan Road
- Timings: 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. (Lunch break 12:00 p.m. to 01:00 p.m.)
BLS CENTRE UMM AL QUWAIN
- Location: Shop No: 14, Al Abdul Lathif Al Zarooni Building, King Faisal Road
- Timings: 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. (Lunch break 12:00 p.m. to 01:00 p.m.)
FAQs about Indian Passport Renewal in the UAE
HOW DO I CONTACT BLS CENTRES IN ABU DHABI?
To book the Premium Lounge facility or get a question answered, contact the BLS Abu Dhabi call centre at +971-4-387-5667. For more details you can read our guide about Indian passport renewal in Abu Dhabi.
WHEN CAN I RENEW MY INDIAN PASSPORT BEFORE IT EXPIRES?
Indian passport can be renewed a year before expiry or if less than 10-pages remain for stamping visas.
CAN WE RENEW INDIAN PASSPORT BEFORE EXPIRY DATE?
Yes, Indian passport can be renewed a year before expiry or if less than 10-pages remain for stamping visas.
HOW MANY PHOTOS ARE REQUIRED FOR INDIAN PASSPORT RENEWAL?
Two passport-size photos (51mm X 51mm with white background) are required for Indian passport renewal.
That brings an end to our guide on how to renew your Indian passport in the UAE. Residents of Dubai can talk about Indian passport renewal in Dubai.
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hi sir iam manoj indian passport holder,normally how many days need to renew the passport?
Hi Manoj,
Using the normal renewal service, it will a minimum of 5 working days to renew your passport. However, if you use the tatkal service, the processing time will be a minimum of 2 working days.
Thank you!
It’s a very informative and helpful piece of article.
Thank you for the feedback!
My daughters passport (5years old) is expiry is on 2-07-2020.when can apply toi get it renewed.how is the process during this covid sesson.
Hi Pradeep,
If you want to renew your daughter’s passport in Dubai, you will need to visit the BLS Centre in Deira, as the Khaleej Centre branch is currently not accepting applicants below the age of 12 years.
When visiting the BLS Centre, you will need to bring along the passport and Emirates ID of the applicant, along with passports and Emirates IDs of both parents. The rest of the renewal process remains the same. You will need to take a token for your turn. You can also take the necessary photographs, photocopies of documents and type up the application form at the centre. On your turn, submit the supporting documents to the submission officer and pay the required fees.
Please note that both parents will need to accompany the child to the centre for the passport renewal procedure. You can contact the BLS Centre Dubai at 04-387-5777 for any further queries.
In Abu Dhabi, the BLS Centre is currently accepting limited applications, which includes applicants with expired passports or those expiring soon. We would recommend contacting the BLS Centre at 04-387-5667 to find out if you are eligible to apply at the moment.
Thank you!
MY YOUNGER SON PASSPORT TO BE RENIEWED , WHICH OFFICE TO APPROACH DURING CORONA LOCK DOWN PERIOD
Hi Eldo,
If your son is below the age of 12 years, you will need to visit the BLS Centre in Deira, as the Khaleej Centre branch is currently not accepting applications for minors.
The BLS Centre in Deira is located in Shop No# 13, Ground Floor in the Zeenah Building, opposite to Deira City Center P3 Parking. The timings for the centre are between 08:00 am – 05:00 pm, and the last token will be issued at 03:30 pm.
Thank you!
hI,
I hold Indian passport with Abudhabi residency visa but i am staying in dubai, so is it possible to renew my passport in dubai centers, its expiring on next month due to lock down i cant go Abudhabi.
Hi Ganesh,
Yes, you can renew your passport in Dubai, even if you hold an Abu Dhabi residence visa. However, you will need to carry additional documentation when going to renew your passport, such as your tenancy contract or electricity bill, as proof of address in Dubai. If you are living in company accommodation and don’t have a tenancy contract under your name, you will require a letter from your company stating that you are currently working and residing in Dubai.
We recommend contacting the BLS Centre in Dubai at 04-387-5777 to find out the specific documentation you will require when renewing your passport.
Best of luck!
hi my daughter is now 17 years and 3 months. Her Passport is expiring in Oct 2021. Can she get 10 years extension of Passport now? Can I go to AL Khaleej Center now as we stay next to it? Will she require presence of both parents?
Hello,
Thank you for writing to us. You can contact BLS International on 04 387 5777 for more information.
Hope this helps and have a great day!
Renewal charge Indian passport how much sir
Hello,
Thank you for writing to us. You can find the full list of prices on the official website. Hope this helps and have a great day.