The statement further said the 18 countries for which emigration clearance is required for ECR passport holders and nurses travelling for work are: Afghanistan, Bahrain, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Malaysia, Oman, Qatar, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Sudan, South Sudan, Syria, Thailand, United Arab …
What happens if I have ECR passport?
If you are an ECR passport holder and travelling to any of the above-mentioned countries on an employment visa,
you need to clear the emigration to migrate to that country
. For any other visa type, you need not undergo the Emigration Clearance.
Can I work abroad with ECR passport?
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How can I convert my ECR passport to Ecnr?
Minors holding ECR passport issued from outside Dubai can change their ECR to ECNR status passports
from the respective passport issuing authority only
. Those who completed Tenth Standard can submit passport application by attaching their Certificate copy and ECNR declaration.
What are the disadvantages of ECR passport?
- emigration check.
- emigration check not required.
- emigration check required.
- indian passport.
- travel abroad.
Can I go to UK with ECR passport?
A separate visa will be required for the UK and
ECR stamp on passport would not affect your Europe travel
.
Can I travel to us with ECR passport?
ECR is only applicable for gulf countries and not for US
. You can definitely apply for a US visa with an ECR stamp. However, you might have to go through additional checking and formalities before you enter the airport and also at the immigration counter at the airport.
What happens in ECR category?
ECR is a category of Indian passports.
If you have not passed 10th grade/class, or cannot produce your Matriculation or higher education pass certificate, then your passport will fall under the ECR Category
.
Is my passport ECR or ECNR?
Note: A passport holder having an employment visa in passport does not require clearance from POE when they go back after a short visit to India. Now New passports are issuing ECNR by default – so
if you don't see an ECR stamp in your passport, it means ECNR (Emigration Check not Required)
.
What is difference between ECR and Ecnr passport?
ECR stands for Emigration Check Required and ECNR stands for Emigration Check Not Required
. ECR status will be printed in the passport of the applicants who fall in the ECR category. For those falling in the Non-ECR category, there will be no specific mention in the passport.
How can I convert my ECR to non ECR?
- Filled Form EAP-2.
- A fee of Rs. 300 in cash or through Demand Draft.
- Original passport.
- Address proof.
- 2 attested copies of any of the eligibility criteria mentioned above.
- 2 copies each of first 4 and last 4 pages of the passport.
Can I travel to Maldives with ECR passport?
✓ Will I need to carry a visa when travelling to Maldives?
No, an Indian Passport holder does not need to carry a visa when travelling to Maldives
. It will be issued once you reach the country. No, an Indian Passport holder does not need to carry a visa when travelling to Maldives.
Can ECR passport go to Dubai?
UAE Immigration is not concerned with ECR or ECNR in Indian passports
. This is a matter for Indian Immigration to check. If you happen to have ECR stamp, then go to the nearest office of the Protector of Emirgrants with your travel ticket, visa, etc. If you have a degree or some qualifications, take that too.
Why is ECR required?
(ii) Persons whose passports contain “Emigration Clearance Required” (ECR) stamp and who intend to take up employment abroad in these 18 countries need to obtain emigration clearance from Protector of Emigrants (POE).
Is 10th certificate necessary for passport?
No, the educational certificate is not necessary as fresh passport documents
. It is just required as age proof; however, one can submit other details as age proof like birth certificate, policy bond issued by the public life insurance company where the policyholder's date of birth is mentioned, etc.
Can I travel to Australia with ECR passport?
Can a tourist visa to Australia be granted to a holder with an ECR passport?
Yes, you can get a tourist visa even if your passport has an ECR (Emigration Clearance Required) stamp
.
