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Indian passports are primarily travel documents, not conclusive citizenship proof as legally defined, a distinction that has caused public debate amidst recent fee increases.

Passport and Citizenship Status

The Ministry of External Affairs clarified that an Indian passport is a travel document and not a standalone proof of citizenship.
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India's Lack of Universal Citizenship Document

Unlike many countries, India lacks a universal citizenship certificate for most of its citizens.
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Revised Passport Application Fees

The government has hiked passport application fees, with new rates effective from July 1, 2026, under the Passports (Amendment) Rules, 2026.
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