The government has warned people against fake websites and apps that are charging "hefty" fee for passport services and collecting data from applicants. It advised people not to apply for passport on these websites. The websites include www.indiapassport.org, www.online-passportindia.com, www.passport-india.in, www.passport-seva.in, www.applypassport.org and www.passportindiaportal.in.