Indian passport
An Indian passport is issued by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (India) to Indian citizens for the purpose of international travel. It enables the bearer to travel internationally and serves as proof of Indian citizenship as per the Passports Act (1967).
Physical appearance
Contemporary ordinary Indian passports have deep bluish cover with golden coloured printing. The Emblem of India is displayed in the centre of the front cover. The words "भारत गणराज्य" in Devanagari and "Republic of India" are written above the Emblem whereas "पासपोर्ट" in Devanagari and "Passport" in English are written below the emblem.
Indian Passport Media
Front cover of a British Indian passport
India-Pakistan passport issued specially for travel between India and Pakistan.
Indian Ordinary ePassport Preview
Bio-data page of an Indian Passport Issued from 2021 to present
Indian Passport Identity Information Page
Indian Passport Identity Information Page
A page in the Indian passport with Emigration check note.
Visa requirements for Indian citizens* Republic of India* Freedom of movement* Visa not required* Visa available both on arrival or online (eVisa)* Visa on arrival* eVisa* Visa required prior to arrival
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British Indian passport issued during the colonial days
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Indian passport, valid only for India-Pakistan travel, issued to migrants to enable them to visit family, friends and ancestral homes located on the other side of the Radcliffe line
