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Guide to Indian Passport Renewal/ Re-issue – Documents, Process

Applying for Indian passport used to be a complicated process in the past and mostly done with the help of agents. But, things have changed in past few years with good process and technology. You do not need an agent anymore and can do it everything on your own. We cover the entire process end to end and also have user experiences too.

Indian Passport Renewal vs Re-Issue

“Renewal and Re-issue are used interchangeably by many. But, there is subtle difference. The term renewal is used, if you have a passport with Short Validity Passport (SVP) and you are applying for extending the same. In that case, you will still be getting a new book. Unlike, Re-issue relates to exhaustion of pages or passport reaching the end of 10 year validity. The term renewal and re-issue are used interchangeably in the below article for easy understanding. The process is same, so nothing to worry.

When can you Renew or Re-issue Indian Passport ?

You can renew or re-issue your Indian passport up to 1 year before the expiration of the passport. If you are a student, you can get re-issue of your passport within two years of expiry by selecting reason ” Validity expired within 3 years/ Due to expire”. You can also renew or get re-issue of passport, if you meet any of the below :

  • Your personal details changed like name, martial status, etc.
  • Your passport expired already within last 3 years or before
  • Your passport pages are completely full and no pages left
  • Your passport is damaged or you lost the same.

Passport Document Advisor : Indian Passport Website has a document advisor, that clearly tells the required documents, you should enter your details, to get the list of documents required before you begin to process, so that you do not end up in panic after registering. You can access it at Passport India Document Advisor

Below is the step by step guide to get Indian Passport re-issue or renewed.

Step 1 :  Register Online Account at Passport Website

Since the paper based forms are eliminated, you need to fill Indian passport application online. Below are the details.

  • The very first step is to register yourself with the Passport Website. All you need to do is go to Passport Seva Website and click on ” New User Registration”.
  • You will be asked to fill basic details and email ID. This will be used to login and fill the passport application form. You can choose the passport office based on where you currently live now.
  • The second thing is to activate your account using the email you get and login.
  • After you login, you will see an option called “Apply for Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport”.  Click on that and enter details.
  • Can Submit Passport Application Anywhere : Since June 2018, as per new guidance, you can apply for passport anywhere in India. You do not have to do it in the same state of your residence. There is a dropdown in the account creation page, you are free to choose the location where you are

Step 2 :  Fill Passport Application Online

After you activate your account and login, you will be presented with two options to fill out application form, the online system will show as Alternative 1 and Alternative 2 . It does not matter what you use, both work the same.

  • Alternative 1  : Using Online form to fill the application online. You will need internet.
  • Alternative 2 : Using PDF form. You download the form, fill it out and then upload it.

The recommended option is to use the Alternative 2 with PDF form as some details may not be readily available with us and we have to save info, etc. I also prefer the PDF form option as it is very detailed and clear. Either case, it is the same. You will need the below details to complete the form.

  • Your current address details and other details that are already in your previous passport.
  • You need to enter Emergency Contact Details like Name, phone number and email.
  • If you are changing any details like adding Spouse info, their info as per document

If you are using the PDF form option, you will need to fill all the mandatory fill and then hit validate and Save, it will ask you to save a file (XML file) and give it a name.

You need to upload that file in the section where you just downloaded the PDF form. All the details will be automatically created, you need to verify before saving as you cannot change the details after this step. Of course, you can change them when you are at passport office, if anything wrong.

Step 3 :   Pay and Book a Slot or Walk –in, Print Application Receipt :

Once your application is created, next step is to check for available slots and then pay for it.  There is an option on the website home page to check the slots as well or you can go to Check Appointment Availability. Anyways, once your application is submitted. you need to select it, for that see below.

  • You will have an option on the left saying ” View Saved / Submitted Applications “.  Select the application by clicking on radio button. Then you will show options with links to them. You need to click on Pay and Schedule Appointment. 
  • This will give option for payment, either online or pay with challan. Usually, it is easy to do it online way. Selected Online Payment
  • Then you will have option to select the Passport Service Kendra and the time slot. It will show the available time slots options.
  • You can select the same and then you will go for payment page. Where you can select your payment option. I used NetBanking and it was seamless.

If you are eligible for walk-in, you can cancel the appointment and then carry that cancellation page, along with the payment receipt page, you will be allowed to walk-in directly during the respective hours.

Once payment is complete, you will have to print the application receipt and carry that with you on the appointment day. It will have a bar code as well, ensure that is clearly printed and it has the payment confirmation info on it. If you find something wrong in the details, make a note, then you can tell the same at passport service kendra.

Step 4 : Documents List for Passport Re-issue or Renewal

You have a nice step by step guide to help you identify the list of documents that you need for your passport renewal. If you go to the home page and click on Document Advisor for renewal / re-issue , you will get a form to select options. Based on options it will show the list of documents that you need.  These are the documents you will need. NO Additional documents are required. In fact, I called the customer support as well and they said the same list and my experience at Passport Seva Kendra says the same.  You do NOT require additional documents.  Do NOT listen to others.

Indian Passport Renewal Documents Checklist

Below are the typical documents that you need to carry to the passport office, depending on your situation.

  •  You must print out the online form that you printed out with the Application Reference number ( ARN ) and carry with you. It is mandatory to have this document with you.
  • Original Old Passport that is expiring or expired
  • Same Address as in your Old Passport :
    • You do NOT need anything other than photo copy of your passport first page, last page and the page with ECNR info. You will do self-attestation ( your own signature)
    • You may carry current address proof like a utility bill or Bank statement or Voter card, etc… see below for some of those documents.
  • Change in Address – Different one from your Old passport address
    • Just like above,  first, last and ECNR page photo copy with self attestation
    • Address proof of change in address – Any one of the below is acceptable.
      • Any one of the  Utility bills like Water, Telephone, Electricity Bills –  You need at least for 2 months  of which one should be of current year and other should be of previous year.
      • Proof of gas connection. If you are submitting utility gas bill, PSK will ask for two of those from past two months. Make sure you carry two of them. This was shared by our reader Karthik.
      • Ration Card with address .
      • Bank Statement  for 1 year, Passbook of the bank account with address on it.
      • Any of the cards like Aadhar card, Voter ID, etc.
  • Add Spouse Name, Change
    • If you would like to add your spouse name, carry original and photo copy of your marriage certificate. It is required. You need a photo copy that needs to be self attested.
    • If you plan to change any details like names, etc, you need to carry original with photo copy signed by you.

There may be other set of documents that you may be asked from the website, if some exceptions for your case. That’s why always check passportwebsite.

Step 5 :  Go to Passport Office (PSK) for Appointment

If you have got a slot, go at that exact time or 15 min before, no need to go there and wait outside.  If you are eligible for walk in, you can do that.  The process at PSK is very straightforward and they have clear steps for the process. For process at PSK, read Process at a Passport Seva Kendra and some key pointers .


Indian Passport Renewal Experiences

Below are real experiences shared by our readers A G Bhat,  in Bangalore and Mrinal from Mumbai. Thanks to them for sharing his experience. Also, we have many other experiences in the comments, do check them out.

Passport Re-issue Experience at Mumbai

I had my Indian Passport renewal today in Mumbai(Andheri PSK) as my passport was expiring within 1yr. Got appointment for 9.15AM IST and was asked to report at 9am. (Under Regular processing) . Process was very smooth and straightforward and I was complete in 1hr time (primarily due to preparation and early slot).

Passport Re-issue Process at Mumbai

1. I had actually downloaded the PDF first and filled it and kept so that any trials errors needed were done on that.
2. I was having minor difficulty uploading it probably because i renamed etc. However I used the filled PDF as entry for Online application (Which also can be saved and filled over multiple attempts like for any college /visa application).
3. The form was submitted.
4. I have just moved back from US so I wrote my current Indian address which was also in my Aadhaar card . Mentioned US address for previous in last 1yr stay without state or county.
5. I had even uploaded PDF copy of all documents though not sure if it was any help today.
6. Paid online and booked appointment

Documents Required On Passport Appointment Day

1. Originals: Passport(old), Aadhaar (both top and bottom part: for Address proof and ECNR), 10th Marks card (for ECNR)
2. Copy of first 2 pages, last 2 pages and Page number 2 of passport which would either not mention anything or ECR. ( I had not taken page 2 and was asked to take photocopy at Passport Seva Kendra)
3. Copy of 10th marks card and Aadhar both top and bottom part. ( Had not taken copy of top part and had to take at PSK.)

Process at PSK for Passport Re-issue

At the PSK try to reach early for your reporting time. The entry is not based on sequence number assigned but based on your arrival for your reporting time. Once you enter, the originals, photocopy and application receipt are checked once and after all documents are confirmed you are asked to wait till they generate token number. After token number is generated you are asked to go inside and wait for 1st step in A counter.

At the A counter documents are scanned, photo taken, biometrics verified and signatures taken. Also they check if you want to enroll in Mobile Seva(Sms updates for Rs 40). If yes you pay in cash exact amount. Once done you are asked to goto B counter.

At B Verification Officer (VO) validates the entries again and puts his ticks & sign in the application. Once B is complete, one proceeds to C counter for Granting Officers approval who again verifies documents and stamps both the old passport ( Cancel & returned) and approval stamp for application,

Once that is done you are asked to proceed to exit counter where you are given acknowledgement receipt and asked to fill feedback form. The acknowledgement ideally mentions your passport approved post police verification.


Passport Renewal Experience  at Bangalore

My passport had expired three months back. I read the articles in this site and understood the procedure to be followed. After understanding the same clearly, I applied online and selected the slot at Bengaluru (Lalbhag) PSK. I applied on a Saturday and slot was available for very next Monday. However, I opted for a slot on Wednesday which I got. So there was no necessity for me to cancel the same and go for “walk in”. On Wednesday, my time was at 10.45 AM and I went there exactly at 10.30AM.

The process at PSK was exactly the same the Hyderabad PSK explained in this site. Courteous people, proper guidance at every stage, no confusion at all and no hassles. After successfully finishing the entire process I came out from PSK at 11.15AM, in just 30 minutes for whole process. I gave my feedback as “Excellent” for the service but I feel that this is too less a grade. World class experience indeed. Thanks to the vision of the External Affairs Department of Govt of India. And my thanks to all concerned, from Prime Minister and External Affairs Minister to TCS and every one in the PSK.

Along with my wife also had applied for re issue of her Passport. We both selected the same slot and went inside together and we both came out together. She could not believe that such things can happen in our country.

Common FAQs

Do I need an agent  for Passport Renewal ?  Any value ?

In the past, there were few things that were not clear. Now, with online process and outsourcing the process is fully online and no need for agent. You can do everything on your own.

How long does it take for Passport Renewal ?

It usually takes anywhere from 10 days or so to 30 days. In many cases with the new system, many were able to get passport within 10 days. But, if there are some delays in police verification or other things, it can take time.

Delays with Passport – More than 30 days – What can I do ?

If for some reason, there are delays, you can reach out to Regional Passport Officer and take it from there. You can check RPO Process to Speed up Indian Passport Processing

How do I know if I am ECR vs Non-ECR Category ?

If you have passed 10th, then you are Non-ECR category. You can read complete details at ECR vs. ECNR(non-ECR) Indian passport Differences

Also, if you are an NRI, not living in India and plan to renew passport during your visit to India, check out Process for NRI to renew passport in India 

   

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1,694 Comments

  1. Can I apply for a reissue of a passport in a different state? I had a recent Dropbox appointment in chennai the Visa officer said that I need to get a new passport due to water mark on the current passport and appear back in chennai. I have scheduled the appointment online for the new passport in Hyderabad. The latest slots available around the country is in chennai on April 20th. I have a question, I have my permanent address in Hyderabad and no current address in chennai. If I book the slot in chennai can I still go ahead with the Appintment ?

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  2. Hi, I am applying for my renewal of passport. Now that I am married it is asking to add my wife’s name on the passport. We did not have time to register our marriage yet and do not have the marriage certificate. Will a photo copy of my wife’s indian passport be enough for the application. Other think I have is an affidavit on Indian stamp paper stating that we were married on so and so date. I am applying at the San Franciso Center here in USA. Would appreciate the help. Thank you.

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  3. It’s a screwed up service fo4 re-issue of kids passport with tickets booked officers are doing nothing but warming up the chairs in office. Even the regional passport office in Hyderabad have so many ppl going for help and buggers sitting there do nothing and talk rough.

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  4. It’s a screwed up service fo4 re-issue of kids passport with tickets booked officers are doing nothing but warming up the chairs in office. Even the regional passport office in Hyderabad have so many ppl going for help and buggers sitting there do nothing and talk rough.

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  5. Hi. Thank you for such a detailed guide on Indian passport renewal in the US. I recently got my Indian passport renewed here in the US. I am currently on H1B visa and I haven’t gotten it stamped yet. I had the following questions I was hoping you can help with:
    Can I use my new passport for visa stamping?
    Do I need to update my new passport information anywhere in USCIS records?
    Thank you.

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    • Vaidehi,
      Yes, you can.
      No need to do anything. Check your I-94 date and get it updated as you would have it tied to the old passport. You usually can email CBP or may need to cross the border.

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  6. I am in US and submitted an online application for re-issue of my passport and paid fees for tatkal processing in VFS website. But in the main passport application I selected the type as normal. I haven’t submitted the final physical application yet. How can I rectify the mistake in the online application ?

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  7. I don’t have my school leaving certificate nor my birth certificate. I have my adhaar card and pan card and I am a recently retired employee of a prestigious bank police verification insists on school leaving certificate which I have to collect from my home town for which I have mailed my school so far no response I am leaving in the same house from 30 years .will my passport will be rejected on police verification?

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    • Shanti,
      If you are going for Non-ECR passport, they would definitely need it. The reason is they need something to verify the age. It is worth collecting the School Leaving Certificate. Talk to the police officers and then take the call.

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  8. Hi All,

    I came to US 6 months ago and need to renew my passport. My Indian address in Passport is currentlt locked-up since I am here. If I apply for the passport renewal with Printable Address as my current address in the existing passport and other address as US address, will there be any Police Verification. Sceptical because my Indian house itself is locked and no one is there.

    Also, as per MEA circular, “Police Verification (PV) is not necessary in case of renewal/reissue of passport, if the passport application is submitted before expiry or within three years of expiry of the Passport, provided the system shows clear PV and nothing adverse is noticed.”

    It also says, “Police Verification after issuance of passport is required if the application for reissue of passport is (i) submitted within three years after expiry of passport, but the PV Column in the system is either blank or incomplete”. Wanted to confirm in which scenario will ‘PV Column in the system is either blank or incomplete’. Does it happen if a new address is provided?

    Please advise.

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  9. Hi All,

    I came to US 6 months ago and need to renew my passport. My Indian address in Passport is currentlt locked-up since I am here. If I apply for the passport renewal with Printable Address as my current address in the existing passport and other address as US address, will there be any Police Verification. Sceptical because my Indian house itself is locked and no one is there.

    Also, as per MEA circular, “Police Verification (PV) is not necessary in case of renewal/reissue of passport, if the passport application is submitted before expiry or within three years of expiry of the Passport, provided the system shows clear PV and nothing adverse is noticed.”

    It also says, “Police Verification after issuance of passport is required if the application for reissue of passport is (i) submitted within three years after expiry of passport, but the PV Column in the system is either blank or incomplete”. Wanted to confirm in which scenario will ‘PV Column in the system is either blank or incomplete’. Does it happen if a new address is provided?

    Please advise..

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  10. Hello Kumar,

    really need your help on this please reply with you comments, i have been stuck in india due to this pandemic i can’t travel to US, currently i am on H1-B Visa which is expiring in 2022 and i got realized that my current passport is expiring on September 2021 which is exactly 2 months from now. And on this same passport i got my visa stamp and i am trying to apply for NIE to travel back to US in august if i got approval.

    1. Can i travel with the my current one month expiring passport ?
    2. Do i need to renew my passport ? and travel back?
    3. If i renew my passport is there any complications while travelling and with my visa?
    4. Do i need to go for stamping again?
    can you please advise here, it will be really helpful.

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  11. My parents went to the Santacruz PSK in Mumbai. One thing not mentioned anywhere in the article is that you need to login and authenticate your aadhar signature online so that your e aadhar has a “signature valid” status (on left side of aadhar) instead of “validity unknown”. Many other people even with physical Aadhar were told this as well. Only then do they accept it as proof of address and birth.

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  12. Hello, I want to know the following three things:

    1) how long does it take to receive the Renewed/Reissued Passport?

    2) Is it delivered at residence address or do we have to go to Seva Kendra to collect it?

    3) At the Seva kendra, after the cancelling the old passport, is it returned back to me or do the officials take it?

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  13. Hlo,
    I would like to make my child passport. She is 5 years old and staying in india.But I am staying in Ireland and my husband at Muscat. And my marital status is single in my passport.i dint update it. Can anyone suggest me how can I make my gal passport.

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    • Samitha,
      It maybe possible, but may not be very straightforward. Someone need to submit the details as guardian and go to the PSK for the passport. You would need to submit relevant Annexure that indicates that you are not in the country.

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  14. Sir, now, i am in singapore. My passport expire date still 3months. How can renewal passport in online. Because here is can’t go outside(for quarantine. )

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  15. Hi, my passport expires on Nov’2020. I have already raised re-issue request. But today i got an email that police verification has been raised for my file. But i have no change of address associated for my renewal. Is it a normal scenario to have police verification even if there is no address change? And generally how long it takes for the police verification to be completed?

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  16. Dear Team,

    I would like to apply to renew my kid passport,Now he is in Hyderabad, but existing passport is having Vizag address. Can i apply for my kid passport in Hyderabad showing the present and permanent address is Vizag, So that it wont change permanent address in the new passport

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    • Kumar Reddy,
      They can apply for passport in Hyderabad, stating that the permanent address as your Vizag address. This is only applicable, if your kid is in Hostel and does not have address proof on his name. Read FAQ 22(a) at: https://portal1.passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/online/faqServicesAvailable

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  17. I have a non-ECR passport which would be expiring on 1 sept, 2020.
    Sir may fathers name is Rajesh Prakash, which is there in all my PAN and voting card. But in all my academic certificates it is Rajesh Parkash. Parkash and Prakash are phonetically the same.
    1. Would it create any problem for Non ECR? or should I go for ECR where I am not required to submit my academic certificate as I am never going to apply for a work visa in gulf country or Thailand? I fear if i show them my academic certificate they may stall the process altogether or should i give it a try.
    2. I am doing Govt service some 100 km away from my home (also my permanent address is about to expire passport) where I regularly do up and down. Would that create any problem? Can I tell them that I do up and down?

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    • Vivek,
      What is your father name on birth certificate for you? that is important, you can use that for updating passport.
      1. You should get Non ECR as you are educated. You cannot lie that you do not qualify. You should submit the documents as they look.
      If needed, get them corrected. usually it is birth certificate that is imporatnt.
      2. No, it will not as long as you live in that place.

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      • I request the assistance of the community about lost passport with no travel history expired way back in 1991 the details of which also not available… Could I apply for a new passport without mentioning the existence of a previous passport or if it should be mentioned how can apply it online without the support of an FIR from the PS…

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    • My original 10th grade certificate is in my college. Can I use my digilocker certificate instead and how do I digitally sign it. Right now it’s showing signature not verified

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  18. నమస్తే,
    నా పేరు ఎస్.నాయబ్ నా పాస్పోర్ట్ renwal తేదీ అయిపోయి తొమ్మిది సంవత్సరాలు ఔతుంది. ఇప్పడు నేను paasport renwal చేసుకోవచ్చా.దీనికి కావలసిన పత్రాలు ఏవి దయచేసి చెప్పగలరు.

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  19. I have applies for Renewal of passport on January 26th 2020 . My passport is expiring in June. But I am on visa in USA but i changed job recently.. for new job application process i will be needing passport which should have validity more than 6 months..i talked to CKGS in feb they misguided me that passport waiting taking for police verification, i trusted them and waited but aftrr few weeks i called Police station in india , they did not received any file to verify.. later I called to consulate and they just said during covid 19 lockdown we can’t do anything.. But It was already delayed from them from January 30 till March 22 when lockdown started. I applied under tatkal. What should i Do now. How to reach higher authorities to bring this issue in notice. I have read many people are in USA whose passport is expiring in May and june. We all are worried. Consulate people does not speak the right way over the phone when I called in end of march.. what we should do?? Please guide.

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    • Peehu,
      I wish there was a proper channel. Try to call them up or email them again…If no response, tweet to foreign ministry, it may work at times….I wish the process was better. Do update here how it goes for community benefit.

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  20. My passport is expiring in OCT-2020, and I have to travel abroad in April end and I may get contract with my company for 6 month. But my question is to ask is it required to renew before travel any other country because many country required passport should be valid at least 6 month. Kindly advice

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  21. I THINK – PRESENT ADDRESS PROOF YOU MUST HAVE OTHERWISE YOU CANNOT APPLY FROM CHENNAI. FIRST YOU UPDATE YOUR PRESENT ADDRESS VIA AADHAAR CARD OR VOTER ID IN THE FORM OF FULL NAME OF YOURS AND YOUR FATHER NAME IN THE FORM OF FULL NAME. PLEASE GO TO THE PASSPORT WEBSITE THERE YOU CAN GET THE ALL INFORMATION AS YOU REQUIRED FOR PASSPORT RENEWAL PROCESS. I KNOW THE LITTLE BIT INFORMATION APPLYING PASSPORT PROCEDURE…THANKING YOU…YOUR FRIEND K A KANNAN…ALL THE BEST…

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  22. Hi,

    I have a question related to PSK.
    I hold a passport which was taken with my native address. And now i work in chennai while my passport is due for renewal. I would like to take the renewal process in Chennai PSK with showing the address proof of my native as same as in my old passport. Am i allowed to complete the process in PSK at chennai or should i go to the nearest PSK to my native?.

    Thanks for any answer

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    • Thiru,
      You cannot use your old address or get it on passport. They will use your current address, you should only submit it where you currently live…

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  23. Dear Sir,
    My passport will be expired at 31/12/2020. But I have little bit confusion.
    In passport My name is as same in my Leaving Certificate.
    Example PATOLIYA SHAILESHKUMAR HANSRAJBHAI. but in Aadhar card/PAN/Election ID my name is PATOLIYA SHAILESHBHAI HANSRAJBHAI. Reaming all are same, it will create any issue???

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    • shailesh,
      Not sure…They should be same across all. If you want to change anything, you can do it during the renewal, provided you give the proofs.

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      • hi salaish you only need aadhaar card, old passport photocopy that’s it for verification, i suggest you go for change of name in aadhaar via 10th dmc or any other proof, change in aadhaar is easy process then other, else they will create issue of this for sure.

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  24. Hi Sir/Ma’am,

    My passport expired in April 2019, could not renew it till now. There are a few queries I had regarding the same:
    My permanent address is Mumbai, but i stay in Bangalore, where my rented flat doesn’t have a rental agreement in my name. But no family member stays in the permanent address. What should be the address that i give in the passport since i do not have proof of the same?

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    • Daisy,
      Yes, you can. You should get a letter from employer stating that you stay in Bangalore and use that as proof. You should give your current location of residence.

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    • Shahma,
      If it matches with your Birth Certificate, you should be fine. You should try to fix the ones that do not match to the correct date on your Birth Cert.

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  25. Can i use my 12th passing certificate as non ecr proof for reissue of passport as my other certificates are submitted in my college

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  26. My mother is in US with me. Her Indian passport is expired. I am about to apply for renewing her passport here in US.
    But, She does not have any US address proof. Can I use my address as her address proof?
    (Also, her age is 61 years).
    Please let me know.
    Thank you so much.

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  27. very useful to everyone who are applying for renewal passport. but something is missing in the information details for applying passport renewal procedure . my son passport is going to expire on 03-01-2020, presently he is at pune for training. he could not come to new delhi for attending the appointment with psk office. he can apply for the renewal passport online and after getting the appointment slot time with the psk new delhi office. now, i want to know that whether as a father can attend the appointment with the psk office instead of my son’s renewal passport procedure. please, let me know for this problem…thanking you…father as k a kannan. note: his house address also changed @ new delhi for renewal passport …please help anyone for me…

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    • You cannot attend the appointment, they will take fingerprints and photo, so you cannot. Your son can apply for passport renewal in Pune itslef, he can submit letter from the training place and get it renewed in Pune.

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  28. Hi. Thank you for your time and the
    information you shared.
    But I have queries. we do not want to change the permanent address on passport which is in Kerala but can we ask for renewal from Mumbai.

    Secondly is there police verification for renewal..??

    Thirdly can a passport be renewed twice without change of passport no???

    Please let me know as there is so much confusion !!

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    • Jesina,
      You cannot do that, you need to give the address where you live…Yes, there can be police verification, it depends on the case. No, you get new passport number, every time you get a new passport.

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  29. Hi,

    my passport validity expired and has an address where i dont stay any longer, also i am relocated in a different city. and looking to do the following :
    1) renew my passport
    2) Address proof now i have is registered agreement ( will that work) with the passport office.
    3 ) what would be best either to have my present address of communication printed on passport or to put my permanent address (where i dont stay due to work) and can this be done?
    i am a little confused with this please advise. thanks

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    • 1. yes, you can
      2. that will work.
      3. it does not matter. you need to have the address that you currently live..if there is verification, then your permanent address may not work as it can cause delays.

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      • thank you kumar,

        just one more question i had. with regards to my registered rent agreement i dont have a soft copy but do have a hard copy (xerox ). will a scan copy of the xerox i have work or do i need to get that attested? so that i can upload the same to fix an appointment.

        Look forward for your thoughts on this.

        Regards,
        Afroz

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        • Afroz,
          Yes, they may ask you for the original at the appointment, so that they can scan as proof. You do not have to use it for appointment, but would need it for the day of the appointment.

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