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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. I’m in Dubai, 2 days back my wife submitted application in India for passport renewal of my kids passport.. who is 5 years old status shows police verification initiated.. did really police verification takes place for the minor passport renewal?

    Reply
    • Laxman,
      Yes, it can take place, depending upon the situation like change in address, spouse name not endorsed or any other discretionary reasons.

      Reply
  2. Dear Sir

    I am just in Dubai UAE , my Daughter born in UAE passport issued in UAE , for 20 years expiring 2018 then she left to India and stayed there and studied in India Mumbai. Now passport is valid but need to change Picture as she is 18 years old now . Pic on Passport child 6 month . Old Passport address Thane , we don’t have any documents for Thane .

    Kindly advice document required ?
    Is it possible without Police verification and with below documents ?

    Documents available
    NAVI MUMBAI
    1 . Flat on my name Navi Mumbai on rent can Get Electricity bill , my passport same address.
    2. ADHAR CARD recently received in Nov, 16. Navi mumbai address, she is. Not staying there
    3. She stay in Andheri my sister house , Electric bill available .
    4. No bank account .
    5. Ration card on my mother house address that is beyond Thane . electric bill available . But for Police enquiry she is not staying there .
    6. She studied upto 12th std in Andheri school leaving certificate taken in 2015. Your quick reply is required . faroukue@rediffmail.com 0097156 535 0598

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  3. SIR My passport expired on 1st May 2016. How can I get my passport renew / re issue ? I have no changes to my old passport. In addition I have a valid US VISA on the old passport .Is there any grace period for the renewal of passport ? Advise me please.

    Reply
    • Rambabu,
      No need to worry, you can readily go and renew passport. Usually, it is recommended to get it re-issued within 3 years of expiry, if you have not done it close to expiry.

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    • Sir my daughters passport still not renewed its 40 days now city police verification is finished but still no reply dn know where it is stucked now in mumbai wt procedure is left dn know wt to do pls reply

      Reply
  4. I have my passport (indian) valid 2020 but I need to add my sirname in passport
    How many days need to come my new passport and which document’s required
    Please tell clearly

    Reply
    • If all documents are correct, you should get it in a week to 10 days. usually you will need proof of the surname, either your birth certificate with that name on it or if before 1987, your X class certificate. You can check using the document advisor on passport website.

      Reply
  5. I have applied for re-issue of my passport and went to PSK jaipur on 11/11 . When I am checking the online status it says police verification pending? Is it required for re-issue of passport? I read somewhere that police verification is not mandatory for re-issue when the first police verification (for original request) report was clear. Even no one has come to my place yet. What should I do? How many days it normally take for reissue?

    Reply
    • Anju,
      You are right, typically, police verification is typically not required for re-issue…but, there is a disclaimer for that, where they tell, it is up to the discretion of the Passport Authorities…so, maybe they are doing it…Check with passport office after a week or so…It should be within 2 weeks..

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  6. I have applied for re issue of my passport 15/11/2016 in normal. I need to travel 21/11/2016. is it posibel to get before that. If No is there any process to get faster after applying normal.

    Reply
    • siva,
      It is quite close and not sure…it can be very fast sometimes, I heard people getting passport in 3 working days in cities. Check the online status, it should show status. After a day it shows printed, if that is the case, you can expect it on time…if not, you need to plan for backup. There is no way to make it fast after you have applied.

      Reply
  7. Okay so I have an issue here.

    My passport’s about to expire in October 2018, and I am going for my masters by 2016 December to USA. I should be getting a 5-year visa for my course. But I was worried about my passport’s validity being an issue.

    Over that, if I would have to renew my passport, will it be possible now since its more than 2 years earlier than that?

    Reply
    • Anish,
      US Visa stamping is done beyond passport expiry and you can use the expired passport along with new passport for the visa, if it is valid. You can re-issue your passport about 2 years before expiry, if you are a student.

      Reply
  8. Hi,

    I want to re-issue passport as validity of my current passport is expired (In September 2016). My address details are same as in old passport. Age: above 18 (After 1991)

    What are the documents I need to carry to the Passport center and can you estimate in how many working days the passport will be issued to me?

    Thanks,
    Archisman

    Reply
  9. Hello Kumar,
    I want to apply for my wife’s passport. but i got some queries.
    1. Her Name before marriage is “JIGNASHABEN BHIKHUBHAI PATEL”
    2. After her Marriage her name is “JIGNASHA VIRALKUMAR PATEL” (which already endorsed in my passport)
    3. Now when I am going to apply her passport, Passport officer says that they will issue passport with name of “JIGNASHABEN VIRALKUMAR PATEL” as her name before marriage is JIGNASHABEN

    Now, I want the the name in her passport “JIGNASHA VIRALKUMAR PATEL” same as in my passport.
    Kindly advise me what to do ?

    Reply
    • Viral,
      As it is a major correction to the name, you will have to go through name change process. After marriage only the middle name and surname are changed. But, your case is that you want the first name to be changed. So, it is a full name change process as described here : https://iiserb.ac.in/PDF/GUIDELINES_FOR_CHANGE_NAME_MAJOR.pdf

      Reply
  10. Hi,

    I am planning to apply for passport. Actually my name in Birth Certificate is K MEGHASREE, where in all other certificates it is K MEGHASRI. Will it create any problem during verification? Please help me

    Reply
      • Mag,
        What is your preference? mostly school / college certificates are more valid than birth certificate, 10-15 years back birth certificate was not mandatory. Many people a name given while in the hospital later on it is changing.
        So Sri is in school certificates and the same you want to keep in the passport then i think that should not be a problem.
        But if you want to Sree as your birth certificate….. that could be a problem which a long process of name change in school/ university certificates, gazette etc..

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  11. Hi,

    I want to re-issue passport as all the pages in current passport are exhausted (only 2 left). I am getting an online appointment at PSK for 15th Nov-2016 at Nagpur.

    I have a flight booked for 24th Nov (evening) already booked. Do you think I should apply for passport reissue now? Will the passport come back in such short time (as my address details are same as in old passport). Please advise

    Thanks,
    Shashank

    Reply
    • Shashank,
      As your case is quite straight forward, you should get it in 7 working days. I had similar situation as yours and I got it in under a week. Having said that, I suggest you have back up plans in place, if something happens.

      Reply
  12. Hello Kumar,

    My son’s passport is expired in October 2016 and I would like to re-new it. His passport was taken when he was at the age of 1 year. Now he is 6 years old.

    Also, his passport was taken from Kerala. Now I wanted to renew it in Bangalore. Is that possible?

    In addition, he do have aadhar card with Bangalore address. Will that be sufficient for address proof?

    Reply
    • SCA,
      Absolutely possible, you can apply for passport at any nearby PSK in Bangalore. You will need to carry your current address proof and very likely your passports as he is still minor. Yes, the aadhar card with the address should be good enough.

      Reply
  13. My old passport was not having spouse , now during I want to put her name in the passport , do I need to carry a attested copy or self attested copy is valid , as the passport website shows attested copy. secondly how many times a appointment can be re scheduled

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  14. This a wonderful write up on passport matter.

    My query is:I born before 1991. I have to apply for passport;My question is: Whether my mother’s name (initial) in the class 10th is material (because there is some error in it). If yes, I have to correct my mother’s name in the 10th certificate. How can do it so that I can apply for passport?

    Thanks.

    Reply
    • sudhir,
      Well, I am not sure. Technically, if you have another proof like Aadhar Card of your mother or Voter card, etc. It should help. In my view, they do not verify the mother details to that precise level…Either case, I suggest you call up the customer service and get it clarified.

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  15. Dear sir
    My name is nazir khan and my passport age more 1/1/1964date of birthday
    But my father no apply for visa working out of india because 50 year old
    My father make age 45 in passport and some duocment is proof my father age 45
    So what possible chnge my father date of birthday in passport plzzzzzzzz plz tell me
    sir

    Reply
    • Well, you will need birth certificate to get that corrected. You can apply for re-issue of passport with proper proof and documents supporting the same.

      Reply
    • Manoj,
      Yes, you will need to carry it, if they are under certain age. Check the appointment letter foot notes, it will be written there.

      Reply
  16. Hi

    My passport is expiring on 25th March 2018.
    I am supposed to travel to UK on 3 year VISA and my start date would be May 2017.

    Do i need to renew my passport before i apply for UK visa inorder to get 3 year visa or should I apply for a less period visa and renew my passport and visa in UK. Actually if i renew my passport and get a 3 year visa, that would ease my process.

    when can i renew my Indian passport before it expires.

    Reply
    • Lakshman,
      I do not know how UK embassy gives visas. US visas are given beyond the expiry of the passport. You can only renew passport within one year before expiry. Technically, you can do your passport renewal after march 25th, 2017 and send the same for UK visa.

      Reply
  17. My passport expired in October 2016 and I was not clear the process needs till I read your blog. Initially I thought to approach the Agent to get it renewal the passport along with Address change and Spouse name addition. But after reading your post, I have cleared my mind and followed the steps mentioned in your post like, user creation, uploading the documents and scheduling appointment, etc.

    The Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) team in Coimbatore, Tamilnadu is doing outstanding work. I got an appointment at 9:15AM Monday. I reached the destination at 8:30AM itself. They allowed the members at 9’o clock sharp and I came out 9:26AM. The staff available at PSK is so helpful to follow the process and working speedy way.

    Few Hints:-
    1) Carry one set of self attested xerox copy of the required documents. If any additional documents required, a person available inside PSK to take the xerox at reasonable price.
    2) It seems inside PSK Tea/Coffee also available; But I never used it out. Because any person can easily come out at the maximum 30 minutes.
    3) At the exit, they will tell you how many days will it take to receive the passport. In my case, I got the passport next day morning itself
    4) I have enrolled the SMS service at Rs.40/-. This service helped it out a lot, which means, they are sending SMS at every stage like Passport renewal is approved, initiated printing, dispatched via speedpost and the number is xxx, etc.

    Overall, The Passport processing is improved a lot and now its customer friendly.

    Thanks for your detailed steps and your writings helped for me a lot. Thanks a million !!!

    Reply
  18. Hi,
    My name is hardeep singh. Few days ago my passport was washed out. But all the information is clearly visible.Only upper cover is damaged. Is there any requirement of FIR and affidavits to renew my passport.
    Pls reply me immediately if possible. Thanx

    Reply
  19. Hi,

    My Wife passport had been not processed by passport office due to Name issue of my Inlaw (his name contains ( eg: Subbu Alias Anji) in her 10th marks list.They are not accepting Alias in name. The main issue is, they are asking for DOB Certificate now.They are not accepting her 10th marks list as proof.If they not accept 10th marks list will she get passport as educated or uneducated ??

    Thanks,
    Nani

    Reply
    • Nani,
      If she has a higher education certificate, it should be fine, she would get passport as Non-ECR. Birth certificate is to validate her birth date and name.

      Reply
  20. my passport is expired along with my spouse&my two childrens passport is also expired. kindly suggest me how to renew all the passport. My email id is anilk8644@ gmail.com

    Reply
    • ANIL,
      The process is same for re-issue of expired passport. It is same as above, just carry your current address proofs and relevant documents, if you have any other changes.

      Reply
  21. My son residing at Sydney and his pass port expires on 22.11.2016- he is reaching India on 2-11-2016 and returning by 18.11.2016 -is it possible to get new passport duly renewed by that time-
    is it an impediment to travel back with asuch passport having short validity.
    2nd Point- can he renew his pass port at Australia after return through Consul General

    Reply
  22. I’ve taken appointment for renewing my passport under tatkal scheme. Later i had seen that annexure F is mandatory in the appointment receipt . However i have 3 out of 16 proofs mentioned. please suggest on this.

    Reply
    • Rajesh,
      The reality is that, if you do not have required proofs, it will be processed as normal, instead of tatkaal. You will probably not get value for your money paid upfront for the fee. If you can secure the remaining proofs as stated before your date, it will help. I suggest you call the customer service and seek their advice.

      Reply
    • Vishal,
      I am wondering why you would have your grand father’s name ? Is he your guardian ? Typically, it only has Father and Mother’s name on it.

      Reply
  23. I got my passport issued recently mentioning my address in the address which is given in the addhar card. There is some changes in the address of my husband and my address written in the adhar card. Should I need to change the address in the passport according to the address of my husband for applying a US visiting VISA and for submission of my family details to my central govt. service book record.

    Reply
    • Lissy,
      No need to change anything. The passport address does not matter. It only matters, if you want to submit passport as proof of address for anything. If not, just dont worry about it.

      Reply
  24. Hello. Thanks for providing valuable feedback.

    My passport will be expired on 2020. I want to add my spouse name and change my address. What will be new passport expiry date. Is it 2026 or the same 2020.

    Reply
    • Ajith,
      It will very likely be updated for 10 years from the date of expiry, but it is always upto the discretion of the Passport Officer.

      Reply
  25. My passport expires in February 2017. My passport has my name printed correctly (Barbara Ann Terrence Fernandes). However, in my Aadhar Card, Voters Card, etc. my name has been printed incorrectly (Barbara Fernandes). I have made an affidavit to this effect and have also got it rectified in the Maharashtra Gazette. Recently, I applied for correction in my Aadhar Card. This has been rectified and a new Aadhar Card with the same Aadhar Number as my previous Aadhar Card has been issued. I have with me the print out of the e-aadhar card, while I await the hard copy by post. Is it okay to produce the print out copy of my Aadhar card or should I wait till I receive the original by post?

    Reply
    • Barbara,
      Well, if there is no change in the name or particulars, they may not ask you for them, unless you have not added that details in the past. If you can wait for few more weeks and carry that in person, it may be good…if you carry all the documents like the affidavit and other printed documents, should be ok, but you never know…

      Reply
    • Hello. Thanks for providing valuable feedback.
      My passport is getting expired on Feb 2019, my H1B is getting expired on Jun 2017. Currently I am in US and planning to visit India for a month during December. If I renew my passport by changing the address and adding spouse name will I get a new passport with validity till 2016.

      2. How long will it approximately take to get the passport

      3. Do I need to update my passport details with USICS before travelling back to US or is it enough if I provide both my passport at POE

      Reply
  26. I had renewed my indian passport in USA which got expired about 5 years ago. I had left USA ten years ago. Now I am leaving in India since 2005. What I have to do to renew it . Also it got my mother name wrong. How can I fix it because In India there is no documents with mother name

    Reply
    • Ashwani,
      It is the same process, no different even if it is expired 10 years ago. Just follow the above steps. To get that fixed, you will need to have some proof like your birth certificate with your mother name on it. You can go to nearest municipal office and get one with your mother name on it.

      Reply
  27. Hii

    I want to renew the passport which is going to expire in May 2017
    My Address has been changed and I am not having any proof of new address.

    Can I fill the old address in the application which is my parental address

    Reply
    • Amrut,
      You will need to provide your current address proof. You can get it with Bank passbook update or rental agreement. The trick is that, if there is inquiry at your old address and they realize you dont live there, it will be considered fraud and you can end up into issues…You will need to give address of your current address to avoid all issues.

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  28. I just want to ask that which option do i have to select for checking the documents requirement from the government site.
    The options are: 1. Validity due to expire and 2. Validity Expired. After that it asks within 3 years or 1 year of expiry of old passport.

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  29. I received my passport and the police verification was initiated. A policeman came to my house for verification and that was completed. I was asked to come to police station with some documents. I went there and submitted those documents. They said everything is ok and they will forward my file further and and left. After a week I went there asking for update, they say everything is done “apka ho gaya”. Now my concern is I have not received any confirmation msg or any mail which says that Police verification is successful or any police slip or certificate. How would I know weather I am good to use my new passport? I checked the police verification status on net which says “PSR” for which police seems blank, when I showed it to them to advice me. I don’t know what to do? Please help… Thanks

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  30. Hi
    this is kumari
    i would like to delete my sir name and spouse name because i got divorce,then i have only xerox copy of divorce,it will helps to re-issue of passport or not

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    • Kumari,
      You can, you will need to carry the official court documentation regarding divorce to get your passport updated. You need to apply for re-issue with correction. check passport website for specific requirements on documents.

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  31. i want to renew my passport under the tatkal scheme. pls confirm if police verification is done for the renewal of passport under the tatkal scheme.

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  32. Hi saurabh, this article is very useful. I need to get my passport renew which is getting expired on 17 th ocotober 2017. My company wants me to send UK for 1 year in November. So i want to renew my passport. Now the issue is that i have been in UK from last june to January 1 2016 and after that was living in Pune from last 10 months. Before going to UK i was in Pune itself. I can get my bank account passbook as a proof. What else do i need? Do i need any proof that i was in UK. I have my notarised agreement as well from January.

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    • Manisha,
      It is good idea to carry those proofs, in case there is verification. Your current address proof is what you need. Rental agreements are good enough in most of the cases. Usually, when you do the application, you will be required to give addresses you live in the past few years, so good to have address proof.

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  33. Hi..
    I need to take Saudi Arabia visa for my granny. Her passport is going to expire on 18/6/2017. In saudi, there is a rule that the passport must be 3 months valid beyond the validity of visa. Will i be able to renew her passport now?(Because 8 more months left for expiry). If can renew, what is the procedure?? Kindly help.

    Regards,
    Aamina

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  34. HI,

    My passport expires March 2017 , I have extended my H1B visa in September 2016, as it was expiring on September 2016.

    As far as I know , I should get my extended visa stamped . Could you please help answer below queries for me.

    1) Should I first re-issue my passport or get my visa stamped?
    2) Do I have to go to the US consulate for visa stamping (attend interview?) or since my extension is less than 1 year can I do the drop box?

    Reply
    • RV,

      When appearing for stamping, your passport should be valid for at least 6 more months. So I would suggest getting the passport renewed first and then appear for stamping. You will be eligible for dropbox.

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    • Hi RV,

      have you gone for Visa stamping first or passport re -issue first ?
      In this scenario , can we got for tatkal scheme ?

      Please suggest as I am in similar trouble

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  35. I need to change my address and renew my passport also. My previous RPO was Ghaziabad and now I stay in Thane. While filling up the form it does not allow me to set the current address and permanent address of Thane where I am staying currently for last 9 years.
    Can someone please guide. Thanks in advance.

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  36. Last week my h1b got approved. There is a name mismatch in h1b filing docs & passport.
    Name should be appear as per my passport. So What is the best way to get corrected in h1b docs before I appear for stamping?

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  37. Hello everyone

    i got selected in wipro as a project engineer. Now passport is mandatory to submit in wipro.

    I m living in madurai TN. I got my fresh new passport from madurai.

    My name is Abinaya
    Father name is Srinivasakannan

    I m using my father name as my last name/surname.

    Now the problem in passport is

    Given name : Abinaya

    Sur Name : Srinivasa Kannan

    Father name : Srinivasa Kannan

    There is a gap between surname in my passport and also
    There is a gap between father name in my passport.

    But all other documents like voterid, pancard , aadhar card and even now in wipro my last name is Srinivasakannan and father name is Srinivasakannan.

    There is no gap between name.

    Is there any problem for me ??

    In wipro if this problem will affect my joining ??

    What should i do ??

    I should change this or no Need to change?

    Shall i apply for reissue passport for this problem.

    Thanks and regards,

    Abinaya

    Reply
    • In general, it should not really impact your role or job as all the other documents are correct. if you have time, you can apply for the passport re-issue and get it fixed. If it was a mistake from the passport office, despite you filling it online correctly, you can reach out to them to get it fixed. It is recommended to get it fixed when you have time to have no issues in future.

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  38. Hi,

    This query is regarding “address” update for passport renewal.
    * I am living at same address since last 20+ years.
    * My locality name is Niti Vihar and sometimes name Sanjay Vihar is also used.
    * Initially when I got the passport in 2007, as address proof I had electricity bill with locality name mentioned as ‘Niti Vihar’
    * My since last 7-8 years most authoritise began use name ‘Sanjay Vihar’ and even my voter id ( which I got in 2008) has Sanjay Vihar mentioned. Hence, I intent to fill ‘Sanjay Vihar’ in my passport renewel.

    So my question is –
    While filling the application form should I also check the option “change of address” ( although technically I am living at the same address) ?
    Does PSK consider this as ‘change of address’?

    Thanks

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  39. Hi Saurabh,

    I have applied passport reissue and received my new passport today.

    In old passport there is a space in between the surname.
    New Passport – 2 spaces in between the surname.
    In my certificates there is no space in surname.

    I797C & approval notice name details are as per old passport.

    Will it be a problem when I go for h1b stamping?

    Please advise.

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  40. MY PASSPORT EXPIRED SINCE 10 YEARS. I HAVE NOT RENEWED THE PASSPORT. MY PASSPORT NAME ANTONY MICHAEL MECHANCY ROCK FELLER, RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS: NO.71, TYPE III BHARATHI NAGAR, TUTICORIN. BUT ACTUALLY MY INITIAL AND MY ADDRESS IS M.ROCK FELLER, NO.71 CHINNA KADADI STREET, THOOTHUKUDI – 628 001. BUT MY 10TH AND 12TH CERTIFICAE INITIAL IS WRONGLY APPLIED AS A. ROCK FELLER.THEN MY ID PROOF , ADDRESS PROOF MENTIO NED INITIAL M.ROCK FELLER. I HAVE NOT TAKEN MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE.MY MARRIAGE IS SINCE 1999. ARE YOU REQUIRED MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE.CAN I RENEWAL OR GET NEW PASSPORT ?

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  41. I have applied for USA, L1 visa and the interview dates are scheduled for dec of 2016. My passport is expiring in april 2017. I have filled all the online forms and other things while applying for L1 VISA with the current passport details. Now can I re-new my passport or wait until after the visa interview? If I re-new it now (before interview) will it have any implications on interview as the details like passport number & marital status will differ? If I re-new it after interview, will it have any implications on getting the visa as I read somewhere that the passport validity should be atleast 6 months during the time of interview?

    Reply
    • John Doe,

      I would suggest renewing your passport now as the current passport will be valid for less than 6 month at the time of interview. It needs to be valid for at least 6 months.

      As for the changes in passport number, you can get that updated when appearing for biometrics. I assume even though passport says single, you entered married on DS form.

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