Action Checklist — What UAE-Based Indians Should Do NOW
|
# |
Action |
Urgency |
|
1 |
Renew your passport before July 1 if possible — avoid transition period delays |
🔴 Urgent |
|
2 |
Do NOT book new BLS/IVS appointments — they stopped June 25 |
🔴 Urgent |
|
3 |
For emergencies between June 26–30, contact Indian missions directly on 800 INDIA |
🔴 Urgent |
|
4 |
From July 1, book appointments only through Alhind's new ICAC portal |
🟡 From July 1 |
|
5 |
Download and complete Air Suvidha 2.0 before your next flight to India |
🟡 Before travel |
|
6 |
Budget for the new higher passport fees (up to 75% increase) |
🟡 Plan ahead |
|
7 |
Store your birth certificate and parents' documents safely — these prove citizenship if ever needed |
🟢 Ongoing |
