In a significant move to ease passenger congestion and reduce waiting times, Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the ‘Fast Track Immigration-Trusted Traveler Program (FTI-TTP)’ at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport’s Terminal 3 on Saturday.
This new initiative promises a seamless and quick immigration process for Indian citizens and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) cardholders.
Benefits of FTI-TTP
The FTI-TTP aims to provide a faster, easier, and more secure travel experience. Special e-gates have been installed at the airport to facilitate this process. Indian passport holders and OCI cardholders can use these e-gates to bypass long immigration queues.
Key Benefits:
- Quick and Efficient: Bypass long queues.
- Secure: Enhanced security through biometric verification.
- Convenient: Available for both Indian citizens and OCI cardholders.
First Airport in India to Launch FTI-TTP
IGI Airport is the first in India to implement the FTI-TTP for Indian passport holders. This visionary initiative by the Indian government is designed to enhance the travel experience for Indian citizens and OCI cardholders, making it faster, easier, and more secure.
How to Avail the Service
To utilize this facility, passengers need to apply online. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Online Application:
- Visit the FTI-TTP website and fill out the necessary information.
- Eligibility:
- Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months.
- Biometric Submission:
- Submit your biometrics (fingerprints and facial image) at the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) or the airport.
- Processing Time:
- The registration process can take up to a month.
E-Gates at IGI Airport
Eight electronic e-gates have been installed at IGI Airport for the FTI-TTP:
- Arrival: 4 e-gates
- Departure: 4 e-gates
Only registered passengers can use these e-gates, allowing them to avoid long queues at the checkpoints.
Registration Process
- Application:
- Apply through the FTI-TTP website.
- Verification:
- After submitting the application, you will receive an email or SMS for further processing.
- Biometrics:
- Submit biometrics at FRRO or the airport.
Using the E-Gates
- Check-In:
- After visa verification, proceed to the check-in counter to obtain your boarding pass.
- E-Gate Usage:
- Scan your passport and boarding pass at the e-gate.
- If both are verified, you will pass through the first e-gate.
- Facial Scan:
- At the next e-gate, a facial scan will be conducted.
- Upon successful verification, the immigration process is completed, and you can proceed.
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