If you are planning to apply for an Indian passport, visa, or any consular service in the UAE, it is important to know about a temporary service interruption happening at the end of June. The Embassy of India has announced that there will be no regular appointments for passport, visa, or attestation services from June 26 to June 30, 2026, due to a change in its outsourced service provider.
Applicants are advised to complete their submissions before the temporary pause if possible.
New Service Provider to Begin Operations from July 1
The Indian Embassy has confirmed that Al Hind Tours and Travel LLC will become the new authorized service provider for passport, visa, and other consular services across the UAE from July 1, 2026.
At present, these services are managed by BLS International and SGIVS Global. However, both companies will stop accepting new applications after June 25, 2026, as part of the transition process.
No Regular Appointments for Five Days
Between June 26 and June 30, applicants will not be able to book regular appointments for passport renewals, visa applications, attestation, or other routine consular services through any outsourced service centre in the UAE.
The Embassy has requested applicants to plan their appointments in advance to avoid delays during this transition period.
What Happens to Existing Applications?
People who have already submitted their passport, visa, or attestation applications before the transition do not need to worry.
The Embassy has clarified that all applications submitted before June 26 will continue to be processed through the existing service centres until they are completed.
Only new applications submitted from July 1 onward will be accepted at the centres operated by Al Hind Tours and Travel LLC.
Emergency Consular Services Will Continue
Although regular appointments will not be available during the five-day transition, emergency consular services will continue without interruption.
Urgent cases will be handled directly by the Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General of India in Dubai.
Applicants who need immediate assistance during this period can use the following contact details:
These channels will help people requiring emergency passports or consular assistance while the new service provider takes over.
Why Is the Service Provider Changing?
According to the Indian Embassy, the appointment of Al Hind Tours and Travel LLC follows a tender and evaluation process carried out to select a new outsourcing partner for consular services in the UAE.
The Embassy stated that all necessary arrangements are being made to ensure a smooth transition while maintaining access to essential services for the Indian community and other applicants.
Applicants Should Follow Official Updates
The Embassy has advised everyone seeking passport, visa, or other consular services to rely only on official announcements for the latest information during the transition.
Checking official updates before planning an appointment can help applicants avoid unnecessary travel or inconvenience.
Final Note
Anyone planning to submit a passport, visa, or attestation application in the UAE should keep these dates in mind. Since no regular appointments will be available from June 26 to June 30, it is best to submit applications before June 25 whenever possible.
From July 1, 2026, all new passport, visa, and consular service applications will be accepted through the new service centres operated by Al Hind Tours and Travel LLC, while emergency services will continue to be available through the Indian Embassy and Consulate during the transition period.
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