In a recent statement, the Ministry of Interior on Tuesday has vehemently refuted claims of delays in the issuance of passports, dismissing rumors circulating on social media and other platforms.
The ministry clarified that the Directorate General Immigration and Passports (DGI&P) is adhering to its established routine for passport issuance.
Addressing concerns over a speculated shortage of lamination papers causing delays, the ministry spokesperson labeled such reports as "false and baseless."
According to the official statement, the DGI&P has successfully procured a substantial quantity of lamination paper required for passport production, ensuring the smooth and timely processing of applications.
Contrary to the alleged delays, the spokesperson affirmed that passports in the fast-track category are being printed within a remarkable three days, while urgent passport applications are processed and completed within a five-day timeframe.
Even for normal passports, the issuance is guaranteed within a month, assuring applicants awaiting their travel documents.
The spokesperson further highlighted the efforts made by passport authorities to arrange an ample supply of lamination papers, attributing the normalization of passport issuance to this strategic move.
The statement emphasised the Ministry's commitment to efficient service delivery and urged the public to disregard any misinformation circulating on the delay in printing passports.
