Major Changes for Indian Expats in the UAE June/July

Major Changes for Indian Expats in the UAE June/July 2026

By Roysten Xavier - June 28, 2026

Citizenship document debate, passport fee hikes, new consular centres, and new travel rules everything Indian expats in the UAE need to know right now.

Action Checklist — What UAE-Based Indians Should Do NOW

#	Action	Urgency
1	Renew your passport before July 1 if possible — avoid transition period delays	🔴 Urgent
2	Do NOT book new BLS/IVS appointments — they stopped June 25	🔴 Urgent
3	For emergencies between June 26–30, contact Indian missions directly on 800 INDIA	🔴 Urgent
4	From July 1, book appointments only through Alhind's new ICAC portal	🟡 From July 1
5	Download and complete Air Suvidha 2.0 before your next flight to India	🟡 Before travel
6	Budget for the new higher passport fees (up to 75% increase)	🟡 Plan ahead
7	Store your birth certificate and parents' documents safely — these prove citizenship if ever needed	🟢 Ongoing