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Fast track immigration in India expands to 13 airports for OCI and eligible citizens
India
Published on 24 April 2026
Free biometric e gates now clear eligible travelers faster
India’s Trusted Traveller Programme is now live at 13 airports, giving eligible Indian citizens and OCI cardholders access to automated e-gates. The free service uses biometric verification on both departure and arrival to speed up immigration clearance. Officials say it will cut long queues and improve passenger flow for frequent flyers and outbound/inbound travelers.
- Trusted Traveller Programme now operational at 13 airports
- Eligible Indian citizens and OCI cardholders can use e-gates
- Biometric checks happen for both departures and arrivals
- Service aims to reduce queues and speed immigration clearance
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