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India Ends Physical Boarding Pass Stamping for International Travelers from September 1

Telegraph India1h
THE BRIEF
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The Indian government will discontinue the practice of physical boarding pass stamping at immigration counters for all international travelers starting September 1, 2026.

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This digital transition aims to streamline airport processing times and reduce manual documentation requirements for millions of passengers annually.

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The Bureau of Immigration has confirmed that all major international airports in India will implement this paperless verification system to enhance operational efficiency.