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The main difference between an e-Passport and an ordinary passport is the electronic chip that stores the passport holder's biometric data. This chip acts as an additional layer of security and helps officers verify identity. Because it has these electronic security features, an e-Passport is also harder to forge than a travel document without a chip.

How to register with the Indonesian Embassy (KBRI) or Consulate General (KJRI) for Indonesian citizens abroad in 2026. Requirements, steps, benefits, and whether registration is mandatory are fully explained.