Missing passport leaves man’s wedding in limbo

Indian national stranded as lost passport misused by another man 

Manama

However, he is unable to leave the country because of what he describes as ‘complications’ that arose after he lost his passport a few months ago. Although he got a new passport from the Indian Embassy, he said that he could not use it because another man had reportedly misused the missing passport.

“When I lost my passport, I did the required paperwork to get a new passport and the Indian Embassy issued me a new passport. Subsequently, when my employer tried to process my new passport for transferring my visa, he could not do it,” said James.

“I was informed that someone had used the passport that went missing. I heard that it might have been used to travel outside of Bahrain. This complicates matters and I don’t know how long it might take for a solution,” he rued. “My marriage is round the corner. I need to go as soon as possible and my family is anxiously waiting for me,” he added.

Social worker Basheer Ambalayi, who is helping James in the case, commented: “This is a complicated issue. Obviously, in the event of losing a passport, one has to contact the police station, Embassy and immigration office to complete the paperwork. I am not sure whether he has fulfilled the formalities correctly and on time.”

“We went to the immigration office today and reported what happened. They were cooperative and understanding. They agreed to look into this case and give us an answer tomorrow (Wednesday),” he added.

Meanwhile, the incident has not been confirmed by the authorities. DT News has contacted the concerned department and a response is expected today.