Indian Expats In UAE To Get 16 New Passport, Visa Centres From July 1

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• Indian Expats In UAE To Get 16 New Passport, Visa Centres From July 1 Published By, Last Updated: May 19, 2026, 16:13 IST Alhind Group has won Indian govt's contract to handle passport, visa and consular services in UAE from July 2026, replacing BLS International.
• The UAE’s Indian passport and visa system is set for an overhaul, with 16 new centres.
• (Image: Representative/Canva) More than 4 million Indians residing in the UAE will soon experience significant changes in passport, visa and consular services as Kerala-based Alhind Group has secured a major outsourcing contract from the Indian government.
• Beginning July 1, 2026, the company will launch 16 service centres across all seven emirates, Khaleej Times reported.
• The development marks the end of BLS International’s long-standing role in the UAE, where it has managed Indian passport and visa support services since 2011. Indian nationals will now access services such as passport renewals,...