The Embassy of India has announced a five-day suspension of regular consular services in the UAE, running from June 26 to June 30, 2026. Routine passport, visa, and attestation appointments will not be available at either the Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi or the Consulate General of India in Dubai during this window. The suspension is a direct result of a planned handover to a new outsourced service provider, Al Hind Tours and Travel LLC, which assumes full operations on July 1, 2026.
For Indian nationals currently residing in or traveling through the UAE, this is a firm five-day blackout on standard appointments — not a delay or slowdown. If you have a non-urgent passport renewal, visa application, or document attestation pending, scheduling it before June 26 or after July 1 is the practical course of action.
What Indian Passport Holders in UAE Must Know Right Now
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Suspension Period | June 26 – June 30, 2026 |
| Services Affected | Passport, visa, and attestation appointments |
| Emergency Services | Available throughout the suspension period |
| New Provider Live Date | July 1, 2026 |
| New Provider | Al Hind Tours and Travel LLC |
| Service Centres | 16 locations across all seven emirates |
The Embassy of India shared this update officially via its social media channels on June 19, 2026, giving Indian nationals in the UAE approximately one week’s notice.
Emergency Contacts During the June 26–30 Suspension
Despite the halt on routine bookings, the Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General of India in Dubai will directly handle urgent cases. Indian nationals facing genuine emergencies during this period can reach consular staff through three channels:
- Toll-Free Number: 800 46342 (800 INDIA)
- WhatsApp: +971 54 309 0571
- Email: [email protected]
These channels are specifically for urgent passport, visa, and attestation needs — not for general enquiries about the transition.
Al Hind Tours and Travel LLC Takes Over from July 1
Starting July 1, 2026, all consular outsourcing services for Indians in the UAE will be managed by Al Hind Tours and Travel LLC. The new provider will run 16 service centres spread across all seven emirates, which expands geographic reach for applicants outside Abu Dhabi and Dubai. The company has also proposed a service fee structure, though specific fee details have not been announced yet.
A new portal for consular services will go live on July 1, 2026, coinciding with the handover date.
Indian travelers planning a trip to the UAE or those managing visa paperwork from India should bookmark our Dubai Visa Guide for up-to-date requirements. If you’re calculating total costs once the new fee structure is announced, the Visa Fee Calculator will help you plan ahead.
FAQ
Q: Which services are suspended from June 26 to 30 in UAE? A: Routine passport, visa, and attestation appointments at the Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General of India in Dubai are suspended from June 26 to 30, 2026.
Q: Are emergency consular services available during the suspension? A: Yes. Emergency passport, visa, and attestation requests will be handled directly by the Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General of India in Dubai throughout June 26–30.
Q: How can I contact the Indian embassy for an emergency during this period? A: You can reach the embassy via toll-free number 800 46342 (800 INDIA), WhatsApp at +971 54 309 0571, or email at [email protected].
Q: Who is the new visa service provider for Indians in the UAE? A: Al Hind Tours and Travel LLC has been appointed as the new outsourced service provider. Services resume under the new provider from July 1, 2026.
Q: How many service centres will Al Hind Tours and Travel operate in the UAE? A: Al Hind Tours and Travel LLC will operate from 16 service centres across all seven emirates of the UAE.
Q: When does the new consular services portal go live? A: The new portal for consular services opens on July 1, 2026, when Al Hind Tours and Travel LLC officially takes over all UAE operations.
Source: Embassy of India, Abu Dhabi; Consulate General of India, Dubai