DR Congo Launches Advanced Biometric Passport with Enhanced Security Features
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has officially introduced a new biometric passport. Unveiled last week, the new passport incorporates advanced security…
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Lithuania to Ban Non-Biometric Russian Passports Starting June 2025
Starting June 1, 2025, Lithuania will no longer recognize non-biometric international passports issued by the Russian Federation. The policy change, announced…
India Launches Nationwide Rollout of Chip-Based E-Passports to Boost Security
India has launched the nationwide rollout of chip-based electronic passports, expanding a pilot initiative that began in April 2024. The new e-passports…
Ghana Launches Nationwide E-Passport Program with Reduced Fees
Ghana will begin issuing chip-embedded electronic passports nationwide on Monday, April 28, 2025, marking the full implementation of a sweeping modernization…
Estonia to Ban Non-Biometric Russian Passports Starting March 2025
Estonia has announced it will stop recognizing non-biometric Russian passports starting March 31, 2025, marking a significant shift in the country’s border…
Bahrain First in Gulf to Launch Digital Travel-Enabled National ID Cards
Bahrain has become the first Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) country to incorporate digital travel credential features into its national identity card, marking…
Goa Launches E-Passport Program with Embedded Biometric Chip Technology
Goa has joined the growing list of Indian states issuing electronic passports (e-passports) as part of a nationwide pilot program. The Regional Passport Office…