BIS Registration (CRS) for Passport Reader – IS 13252 (PART 1)

The BIS Registration for Passport Readers is mandatory under the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) governed by the Bureau of Indian Standards. Manufacturers of this product cannot sell, distribute, import, export, store, or even manufacture without BIS CRS Registration. A passport reader or passport scanner is mostly used in airports and passport renewal offices.

 

The primary function of this device is to read and authenticate passports quickly. To ensure product quality and user safety, all domestic and foreign manufacturers must obtain the CRS Registration for Passport Readers under IS 13252 (Part 1). The process includes mandatory product testing at laboratories, a list of complete documents, and approval by the  BIS Authority. A BIS-registered passport reader not only guarantees safety to consumers but also enables manufacturers to access opportunities at the government level, where certification is the most important requirement

 

Key Specifications of Passport Reader under CRS

For a passport reader to be approved under the BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) must comply with specific safety, quality, and technical standards. A passport reader is also known as a passport scanner, which is mostly used in airports and passport renewal offices. Its major function is to read and authenticate the passport; perform its work in the blink of an eye, much faster. The method compares visual and digital data, such as comparing a printed photo to a digital photo stored on an RFID Chip.

 

Key highlights for Passport Reader (IS 13252 Part-1)

The IS 13252 Part 1 provides complete specifications for the Passport Reader. To obtain BIS Registration India, these specifications are mandatory. Let’s go through them one by one: 

• Safety Benchmark: This standard focuses on the safety of Information Technology Equipment, including electrical business equipment.
• Operational Safety: It ensures protection against electrical hazards (insulation, grounding), fire, and mechanical failures.
• Mandatory Requirement: It is legally required to have this certification to import, export, or sell passport readers in India.
• Mandatory Compliance: Mandatory for both domestic manufacturers and foreign entities to sell in the Indian market.
• Testing Requirement: Samples must be tested in BIS-recognized labs, and the report is valid for 90 days.
• Documentation & Process: Requires a Construction Data Form (CDF) and Critical Component List (CCL), along with documents signed by the brand owner.
• Validity and Renewal: The registration is valid for two years, after which it must be renewed.

 

BIS Update for Passport Reader 2026

Under the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirement of Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021, as updated through a Quality Control Order (QCO) dated 22 January 2026, all electronic goods listed under this order are required to comply with the applicable Indian safety standards. Such products must undergo testing and obtain certification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and display the BIS Standard Mark. The provisions of this order come into force six months from the date of its publication in the Official Gazette.

 

Benefits of the BIS CRS Certificate for IS 13252 Part 1

Key advantages of the BIS Certificate for IS 13252 Part 1 include:

• Mandatory Legal Compliance: The certificate enables legal sale and import, preventing penalties, product recalls, or confiscation by customs.
• Enhanced Safety & Quality: Assures that products (like smartwatches or power banks) have passed strict safety checks, minimizing risks of overheating, electrical hazards, or mechanical failure.
• Market Access & Credibility: Facilitates entry into the Indian market, allowing access to retail, online, and institutional sales channels while enhancing brand reputation.
• Competitive Advantage: Certified products are often preferred by consumers over uncertified ones, which boosts sales and market share.
• Global Standardization: Aligns products with international standards (e.g., IEC 60950-1), which can aid in international market expansion.
• Minimized Risk: Reduces the risk of legal action and financial loss associated with safety incidents and non-compliance.

 

Document Required for BIS Registration in India

Go through the list of important documents required for BIS Registration of Passport Reader: 

• Application Forms
• Manufacturing Unit Details
• Test Report
• Product Technical Documents
• Brand/Trademark
• Filled CDF/CCL form
• Duly filled BIS application form
• ISO certificate of the manufacturer
• Factory Documents
• Authorized Indian Representative (AIR)
• Technical Specification Sheet of Product/User Manual
• Affidavit & Undertaking

 

Applicable Test Parameters for Passport Reader (IS 13252 Part-1) under CRS

Below, we have mentioned the applicable test parameters under Indian Standard 13252 Part 1 for Passport Readers: 

• Electrical Safety Tests: These tests ensure the device does not pose an electric shock or energy hazard to the user.
• Thermal & Fire Safety: These tests check for risks associated with overheating and fire resistance.
• Mechanical Safety: These tests ensure the physical robustness and safety of the device.
• Environmental and Operational Safety: Conditioning the equipment to high humidity to test insulation resistance. Assessing performance under various climate conditions.
• Creepage & Clearance Parameters: These are critical, precise distances for insulation that must be maintained to prevent breakdown and arcing

 

BIS CRS Registration India Process for Passport Reader

The BIS Registration Procedures are distinct between Indian manufacturers and foreign manufacturers. Let’s go over the steps for registration under the BIS CRS Scheme:  
  
Process for a Foreign Manufacturer: 

The steps for registering with the BIS-CRS are detailed below:  

• The manufacturer needs to choose an Indian Representative who will represent the manufacturer.  
• The user needs to create an account on the BIS Portal.  
• The user needs to complete the online application form.  
• The user needs to upload test results from approved laboratories to the BIS Portal after conducting tests in those laboratories.  
• The user needs to make a payment and submit their application.  
• BIS will start its evaluation process for your application.  
• BIS will issue the license after resolving all inquiries. 

 

Process for Domestic manufacturers: 

The steps from the domestic manufacturer's perspective:  

• The user needs to create an account on the BIS Portal.  
• The user needs to complete the online application form.  
• The user needs to upload test results from approved laboratories to the BIS Portal after conducting tests in those laboratories.  
• The user needs to make a payment and submit their application.  
• BIS will start its evaluation process for your application.  
• BIS will issue the license after resolving all inquiries.

 

BIS CRS Registration Fees in India for IS Passport Reader (13252 Part 1)

The fees for BIS registration of the cash register are given below:

 

Checklist for BIS CRS Certificate registration

Below, you can go through the list of mandatory things you must keep in mind for obtaining the registration of the Passport Reader under BIS: 

• Choose a BIS-recognised testing lab and an experienced Service provider.

• When you choose a lab for sample testing, keep in mind that the lab's license should be valid and not suspended.

• All documents must be signed by the manufacturer, brand owner, and the Authorized Indian representative.

• In the Design Data Form (CDF), the product detail must be filled in accurately, and in the Critical Components List (CCL), the product component information should be correct.

• The test report is valid for 3 months/90 days. Before that, you have to submit to BIS.

• All documents must be prepared before the sample is tested in the lab.

 

Role of ERCS Private Limited for BIS Registration of Passport Reader

ERCS Private Limited is a professional compliance and certification services firm based in India that assists manufacturers (both domestic and foreign) in obtaining BIS CRS (Compulsory Registration Scheme) certification efficiently and correctly. They help you interpret the relevant Indian Standard (e.g., IS 13252 Part-1) and confirm whether your passport reader falls under the BIS CRS requirements. ERCS assists in preparing accurate and complete documentation required by BIS, including product details, technical files, and compliance paperwork, following BIS guidelines. Their team interprets technical requirements and documentation needs to reduce errors and rejections.