Streamlined Travel for Indian Citizens and OCI Cardholders

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has launched the Fast Track Immigration-Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP) to speed up the immigration process for Indian citizens and Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders. This guide provides an overview of how to apply, required documents, and verification steps to make your travel easier.

Introduction to FTI-TTP

FTI-TTP is designed to improve the travel experience for pre-verified Indian citizens and OCI cardholders. The programme aims to simplify and expedite immigration processes for those who are eligible, ensuring a more efficient and secure travel process.

How FTI-TTP Works

FTI-TTP provides a streamlined immigration process for Indian citizens and OCI cardholders. Eligible travellers must apply online, providing the required biometric data such as fingerprints and facial images along with other personal information. Approved registrations are valid for five years or until the passport expires, whichever is earlier.

Steps to apply

1. Online Registration

Eligibility: Your passport must be valid for at least six months. Enrolment is valid for five years or until the passport expires.

- Documents Required**: Submit passport size photo, scanned copy of your passport (valid for at least six months), current address proof and OCI card if applicable.

- Application Process: Fill the online form with your biometrics and other personal details.

2. Document Submission

- Photograph: Provide passport size photo in JPEG format (10 KB to 1 MB).

- Passport Copy: Submit scanned copy of front and last pages of passport (size not exceeding 1 MB).

- Additional documents: Include a scanned copy of OCI card and proof of address in PDF format (10 KB to 1 MB).

3. Verification and Biometrics

- Authentication: Verify your identity through mobile OTP and email confirmation.

Processing Time and Location

- Processing Time: Registration can take up to a month.

- Biometric Locations: Biometric enrollment can be completed at designated international airports or FRRO offices in India. Location checklists are available online.

Special Instructions

- Software Requirements: Make sure Acrobat Reader is installed to complete the form.

- Contact Information: Use a valid personal email and mobile number (up to six registrations per email/mobile number).

- Software Requirements: Make sure Acrobat Reader is installed to complete the form.

- Contact Information: Use a valid personal email and mobile number (up to six registrations per email/mobile number).