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LatestCorporate Compliance 19 September 2026

India Revises Passport Amendment Fees and Minor Wage Rules

India’s Ministry of External Affairs issued a notification revising passport amendment fees under G.S.R. 820(E), while the Ministry of Labour and Employment set a new minimum wage floor of 7,000 rupees, effective 21 November 2025. The changes affect all passport applicants and workers earning below the threshold, aligning fees with inflation and ensuring wage compliance across sectors.
  • The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced updated fees for passport amendments under G.S.R. 820(E).
  • The Ministry of Labour and Employment (MoLE) introduced a minimum wage of 7,000 rupees, effective 21 Nov 2025, covering workers earning below this level.
  • Both measures aim to modernise fee structures and protect low‑income earners.

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