New E-passport services offer hassle-free experience and strengthen Pakistan’s global passport recognition: Director

Breaking: Your passport's security and privacy [Scary]

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These are the world’s most powerful passports in 2026

Europe led the rankings.

Revealed: Steps for contactless passport application for Nigerians

The Nigeria Immigration Service introduces a Contactless Passport Application System for Nigerians abroad, simplifying renewals and maintaining identity verification

Saudi Arabia launches Electronic Travel Authorization for British visitors

RIYADH — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the launch of the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) service for British citizens traveling to Saudi Arabia, effective July 1, 2026. As an extension of the historic and distinguished relations between Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom, the ministry said the service builds on the travel facilitation measures previously introduced by the British government for Saudi citizens. The ETA is available to holders of all British passport types traveling to the Kingdom and covers travel for tourism, short-term study, and business purposes. The authorization allows travelers to stay in Saudi Arabia for up to 180 consecutive days within one year and permits multiple entries under a single electronic travel authorization. The ministry clarified, however, that the service does not cover employment or residence in the the Kingdom, nor does it apply to Hajj visas.

'Migration Problem, Systems Leak': Harish Salve On Passport-Citizenship Row

Speaking to NDTV's Shiv Aroor amid the flaring controversy over a foreign ministry official's statement that passport is not proof of citizenship and it is just a travel document, Harish Salve pointed...

Pakistan to introduce mobile app for online passport renewal services

New system is expected to make passport processes faster. The post Pakistan to introduce mobile app for online passport renewal services appeared first on BOL News.

Passport is a travel document, not document of citizenship: Govt

Passport is a travel document, not document of citizenship: Govt

Travelling to Dubai? UAE To Scrap Conditional Visa on Arrival for Select Indian Passport Holders; Check Details

The UAE is updating its visa-on-arrival policy for Indian passport holders. Those relying solely on a UK residence visa will no longer qualify for the facility. However, conditional 14-day entry remains open for travellers with valid US or EU visas. The ICP is also considering a new 60-day conditional on-arrival visa option.

Faster services and greater transparency to reshape passport system, DG Says

Faster services and greater transparency to reshape passport system, DG Says

Foreigner detained over questionable passport endorsement

Foreigner detained over questionable passport endorsement

Why Indian passport was never proof of citizenship

Why Indian passport was never proof of citizenship

UK grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed ‘tore up’ Pak passport; Islamabad refuses to take him back

UK grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed ‘tore up’ Pak passport; Islamabad refuses to take him back

How Can Indians Prove That They Are Indians in India? Proof of Citizenship Explained

The recent statement by India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) that a passport is a travel document and not proof of citizenship has left many people confused. After all, if a passport, Aadhaar card and Voter ID are not considered conclusive

Malaysia rolls out new passport with 94 security features, 10-year option

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 — The security features of the Malaysian International Passport will continue to be enhanced...

The Irish wolfhound features prominently on Ireland’s new passport

The Department of Foreign Affairs described the new passport as “one of the world’s most advanced travel documents”.

Home Affairs says Smart ID takes 5 minutes — but how long are South Africans really waiting?

Home Affairs says Smart ID takes 5 minutes — but how long are South Africans really waiting?

International Reports Raise Concerns Over Expanding Digital Surveillance in Pakistan

International reports and human rights organizations have raised concerns over what they describe as growing restrictions on digital freedoms in Pakistan, citing the expansion of surveillance technologies, online censorship measures, and legal frameworks regulating internet activity. The debate has gained renewed attention following the January 2026 arrest of human rights lawyer Imaan Zainab Mazari-Hazir and ...

6 More Countries Added to UAE Visa-on-Arrival List: Find Out Which Ones

ABU DHABI: The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security has announced that citizens of six additional countries and their families will now be eligib...

DHS moves to end TPS for 7 countries

The Department of Homeland Security is moving to end temporary protected status for nationals of seven countries after the Supreme Court cleared the Trump administration to proceed with terminations for thousands of Haitians and Syrians. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services on Tuesday issued a series of notices to Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements, or SAVE, []...Click to read more

PM asks Home Secretary to examine options for deporting grooming gang ringleader

He has also been stripped of his British citizenship, leaving him with only Pakistan nationality.

NIS scraps third-party visa service

By Nkiruka Nnorom The Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, has disengaged its third-party visa application service provider in the United States, directing all travellers seeking Nigerian visas to now submit applications directly at the country’s Embassy and Consulates. The Service, in a statement, yesterday, by its Public Relations Officer, Akinsola Akinlabi, said the decision takes effect [] The post NIS scraps third-party visa service appeared first on Vanguard News.

Education ministry, NIMC deepen pact to extend digital identity to 80m learners

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to building a secure and trusted digital identity ecosystem as the Federal Ministry of Education and the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) strengthen collaboration to extend trusted digital identity coverage to nearly 80 million learners across Nigeria’s education system. Speaking during a meeting with the Director General of The post Education ministry, NIMC deepen pact to extend digital identity to 80m learners appeared first on Dateline Nigeria.

Fact check: Viral post falsely claims all accused in Delhi ISI spy network case are Muslims

A list naming seven individuals arrested in connection with an alleged Delhi-based spy network linked to Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) is being widely shared on social media following a June 16 NDTV report on the case. The names are Anas, Mohammad, Danish, Arif, Sabir, Khalid and Junaid. X user @Warlock_mohit amplified the claim by quoting []

11 tekong, 33 PATI ditahan dalam tempoh sebulan di Padang Besar

PADANG BESAR: Seramai 11 tekong dan 33 pendatang asing tanpa izin (PATI) ditahan di Padang Besar dalam tempoh sebulan bermula dari Mei hingga Jun tahun ini. Ketua Polis negeri, Datuk Muhammad Abdul Halim berkata, secara kesuluruhan, sebanyak lapan kes Antipemerdagangan Orang dan Penyeludupan Migran 2007 (Atipsom) turut direkodkan bagi tempoh sama. Menurut Muhammad, penahanan semua ... Read more The post 11 tekong, 33 PATI ditahan dalam tempoh sebulan di Padang Besar appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

“An Indian and a Pakistani” are the most important people in my life: Vance’s joke after Iran talks goes viral

Since Field Marshal Asim Munir welcomed us with the (Pakistani) Prime Minister (Shehbaz Sharif) in Islamabad, I have joked that I have two very, very important people in my life. An Indian and a Pakistani. The Indian is my wife, and the Pakistani is Field Marshal Munir, Vance remarked.

Indian Embassy limits services to emergency cases

KUWAIT: The Indian Embassy in Kuwait announced on Monday that consular, passport and visa services will be limited to emergency cases only until July 9 due to administrative reason...