Different types of Indian passports and the benefits they offer
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- 18 Jan 2023
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You must already be aware of the blue-colored passports, the type of passport available for common citizens of India. But there are other types of passports issued by the Indian government which come with special or no benefits. The color of your passport determines if you can get faster immigration clearance or not. Let's learn about the different types of passports in India.
What is a passport?
A passport is a piece of formal document which provides information about the passport holder's nationality. In India, passports are issued by the Ministry of External Affairs. These documents are widely recognized for international travel purposes. However, merely possessing the passport does not entitle a traveler to enter any country other than the country of their residence, or, the country that issued it.
Regular or Type P Passport
Also known as the blue passport, this one is issued to the general citizens of India. These passports enable immigration and customs officials to differentiate them from other passports with official status. The general public uses this passport for routine travel, such as business trips or vacations. They include the passport holder's name, a photograph, and various other forms of identification for immigration checks.
Diplomatic Passport
Diplomatic passports are issued to Indian diplomats and senior government officials. These passports which are maroon in color, entitle the holder to various benefits during foreign tours. They enable the holder to get easy clearance from immigration formalities, much faster than those holding regular passports. Maroon passports are for any government representative planning a foreign trip except those having a white passport. Read More…
