Applying for an Indian passport used to be a complicated process in the past and mostly done with the help of agents. But things have changed in the past few years with good processes and technology. You do not need an agent anymore and can do it everything on your own.
In this article, 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 a 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 a 10 year validity. The terms renewal and re-issue are used interchangeably in the article below 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 it 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 the photocopy of your passport’s 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 the passport Office (PSK) for the 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.
High Level Process inside the PSK:
- Section A – Processing Counter : You will go to their waiting lounge, where you will be able to work with the first processing center and they will be named as Section A. These are usually TCS outsourcing employees who will verify everything and then issue you a token number to go to next section
- Section B – Verification Counter: This section is called Section B and it is where your documents are re-verified and corrections are done. You will wait in the waiting hall, where you can see the queue number and go to the respective counter. Here you will be asked to sign electronically, your biometrics will be taken and all the relevant documents will be scanned, if you have not submitted them online. This is also handled by the outsourcing company such as TCS, you will find this step very efficient as well.
- Section C – Granting Counter: This is the section where the actual passport granting happens. It is handled by an Indian Govt. Officer who will verify everything and grant issuance of your passport. This is called as Section C. This can take time here and it can be long. Again, here also there is also queue and you will need to wait for the token number to be called. The officer may ask a question or two and grant passport if all is fine with your application.
- Exit: You will exit at the last step after Section C, where you will be asked by the security guard to show the appointment letter and he may stamp on the acknowledgement paper for your reference.
Below is the screenshot of the process flow on how it will work inside a PSK by flow. It is taken at the PSK in Bangalore.
For more process info 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
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.
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.
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
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
Hi, I have been living in Bangalore for two yrs while in the new location within Bangalore for the past 6months. I have all my ID proof for my hometown.
I have this new address in rental agreement (200rs. Stamp) and my Bank account (holding the ac for more than 3yrs but address change happened recently). Being a Pvt bank I don’t have a passbook but bank statement with attestation will be available.
I also have a Vodafone postpaid connection where I updated address recently.
Can I apply for renewal from Bangalore with Pvt bank account statement and mobile bill? I need to add spouse name also and the gas connection for this local address is in my husband’s name. Will these docs be enough to apply for renewal?
Nia,
Your rental agreement and bank statement should help. Also, post paid mobile bill or land phone bill work too. With all three you should be fine to apply with your current address. To add spouse name, you will need the marriage certificate, that will be required.
Thanks Mr. Kumar. Yes, I have the marriage certificate. Thanks again for the information.
My hometown is Jammu but I am working in Gurgaon. I need to renew my passport, is it necessary to visit Jammu’s passport office or I can renew from Delhi or Gurgaon
No, you can renew it around the place where you live in Gurgaon. Find a PSK nearest to your current address and apply.
Hello sir.. My passport two years balance in expired. How do renewal tell me sir
It is standard process as described above. Follow the steps.
I am holding indian passport valid till 2021. My US visa is due for renewal in Next six months and it is in old passport .In order to have both new passport and new US visa in same passport wish to get my passport reissued/renewed now although expiry is April 2021. Can I apply for reissue of new passport
Girish,
You do not need to have passport re-issue done just for the sake of dates. Your US visa is always given for full duration, irrespective of passport validity. You can use your old passport with valid visa as needed. Check Old Passport visa valid US Entry
For Re-issue of passport : Is it mandatory to apply in passport office in the present address ? Can I apply in passport kendra which is near to my permanent address ?
I cannot upload the file , error is coming as the applied passport kendra does not lie in present address region .
Dear Sir
I am presently working in psu. I have my passport which will expire in dec 2018. I am planning to go abroad for further studies by jan 2018. In my current passport i have my alias name along with my official name due to former name written in my birth certificate. I wanted a new passort reissued with only my offical name as alias name in not compulsory according to new rules.
So my first concern is that is it possible to have my name changed only to official name.
And decond concern is that can i apply for reissue as a student as in case of student one can apply 2 years before expiry so that i dnt have to face any problems when i go abroad for further studies.
Hello sir .
I was one problem .I got qatar visa in my gmail. My passport showing ECR stamp. What are do ?
Sir,
My Passport going to Expire on 06.06.2017 of this Month, Can i able to Renew my Passport after this Expiry date.
Kindly Advise
Regards
M.Pramod
Yes, you can.
mera passport kisi galti ki vaj se 8 ka ban gya or us ko 10 pass bnana us liye mujhe kya karna hoga
Mera passport 9th ka bana hai .ab mai f.y.b.a.kiya hoo.mai abhi passport nikalega to passport no. Chenge hoga kya? ….janardan
My passport is expiring in 2022, but photo colour in pass port is feding in slightly. Please advised.
Hi,
i have to get my name changed on the passport as they wrote my surname with the first name and left the surname section blank. Can anyone tell me how much time till will take for the application and reissuing of the new passport in India ? and would they attach the cancelled one to it as i have my ongoing visa in it.
Hello Kumar,
Thank you for the info, very useful. I’m gonna submit a PP renewal application. Though, it’s not a Takkal application, I was prompted to get VC/NOC/PIL/IC Details. It’s for my mom actually.
Which of these documents is easy to be prepared? Need your advise.
Thank you.
Sir,
Kindly mail me a copy of application form for the renewal of my Indian passport which is due to expire on 01/07/2017. I will fill up the form and send it you after doing all the necessary formalities. Thanking you.
Excellet Blog this ! Very useful for anybody confused/intimidated by the Passport Seva site.
Mr Kumar i went through your experience as well as several others here describing their experience, but surprisingly nobody mentioned anything about PASSPORT SIZE PHOTOGRAPH, that ends up on our Passport ! Do we carry one/couple Photos with us on the appointment day or we upload online ? I guess thats the only thing missing from ths otherwise exhaustive description from A to Z . And one other thing missing is if we have to upload any documents online before going to the Seva Kendra ? Because when we login and see our profile, there is a link to upload documents, so makes one wonder what is that for !!?
If you could kindly clarify would be great help, Thank you .
Interesting blog post ! I was fascinated by the points . Does someone know where my business might get ahold of a blank Bankruptcy B10 form to fill out ?
Did obtain passport under tatkal within 2 days but police verification takes more than a week or more…didn’t understand the service Tatkal!
Passport Renewal Experience in India for NRI living in USA
police verification mandatory even if no change in address . And it takes time and leave us keep guessing as the procedure takes its time. Cant verify as only answer you get is under verification.
Great Site !! Pleased to read this post. I searched for “Proof of documents which eliminate the cause of issuance of Short Validity Passport (SVP)” and I came here. I would like to know what documents are required?
See, I lost my passport in Switerzland, got police report and Embassy gave me SVP. I also lost my Work Permit of UAE. Now what documents are required for Renewal of SVP?
Preetam,
I wish, I could answer. You should check the passport website. I have not worked with SVP passports.
My mother’s passport reissue has to be done. When I searched it is asking for a Verification Certificate as given in Annexure B also to be produced during interview. Is it required ?? Please help me with the answer.
I am doing my graduation and my passport got expired year back. Please let me know if I need to apply for new passport or can apply for renewal of my old passport.
To apply for renewal of passport is it within an year or 3 years
Hi,
My Parents have visited to UK in 80’s and 90’s , however now the passport of my parents had been expired , now I want to renew their passport so that i can send them to USA for a tour , however they do not have any of the 10th or 12th marksheet or any degree certificate. Rest all of the documents are there , please help me to renew their passport .
Hi There,
I am seeking clarification on the requirement for ‘Annexure B’ and ‘Annexure E’ for Tatkal Re-issuing of passport, for address change and Spouse name addition.
On a passportseva website, if we select option for ‘Tatkal’ pop up appears that both the above mentioned annexures are needed.
But in ‘Document advisor’ it is not mentioned, I was told by the passport help line that they are not needed. But, helpline does not seems to be very confident.
I need to travel to Bhopal for my appointment, do not want a situation, where I will be told to go back.
Please suggest the importance of both these annexures for everyone’s help. as no clear information is available for these over internet.
Regards,
Ashish
Ashish,
Lately document advisor is acting tricky. It is hard to tell, if customer service is not confident. I would recommend you carry both the documents to be safe.
Sir,
My passport was expired during 2004. I do not have any details with me viz., passport no. date of issue date of expiry etc. Now I want a passport. Kindly let me know the procedure.
KV Swamy, Well, I suggest you check with passport office customer service. Usually, you will need to carry your old passport.
My passport is expired (last year) and I want to add my wife’s name while renewal.
When I checked on document advisor link, to add spouse name marriage certificate is not listed as required document. But in your description above you have mentioned it’s required.
I am confused now. Please help.
Hi Kumar,
Please suggest if marriage certificate is mandatory now for adding wife’s name while renewal?
Thanks!
Shivesh,
I would suggest it is kind of mandatory, even though the online system for some reason does not show that as required document recently. You can call the customer service to confirm, but I believe, it is mandatory. Think of it this way, what is the document that can verify that your marriage was legal. Anyone can create fake photos, cards,etc. There needs to be a legal document for it…either marriage certificate or similar document given by court are the possible documents…so, I think it is kind of mandatory.
I had called customer care and they told its not required. Also I saw on the site somewhere that as per new rules, “Married applicants would not be required to provide Annexure K or any
marriage certificate.”
Also the same can be physically verified by PV.
The thing is I don’t have marriage certificate (m.2013). That’s why I am looking if renewal is possible with MC. In case some progress is must what is alternative of MC that can be obtained relatively easily?
Thanks much for your advice.
I applied for renewal of passport. But in old passport mother name has been printed wrong. So I went along wit mothers original passport for change of name. But thy r askin sslc markcard. But in sslc marks card also mother name is printed wrong. I can’t get it correct within a month. What is the other alternative. Pls suggest
Sir,
My passport is expiring in June 2017 , So can I renew it in April 2017 ? Secondly my old passport was issued on basis of Jamnagar ( Gujarat ) documents where i was served , but now I am serving at Ahmedabad but here in Ahmedabad I dont have permanent address, Now if I want to renew my passport at Ahmedabad whithout changing any documentary status, so can i do it OR i have to go to Rajkot for process the same.
Premal Kharod
I want to know the list of documents which are required to renew passport with no changes…….the passport is already in non-ecr category…..and also has visa of dubai till 25th may……
Hi
My Passport expiring by 6 month , I need to renew my passport I have some quarry .
1. I have taken passport from my native Kerala , now I am staying temporally at Bangalore, is it possible to renew my passport form Bangalore?
2 Is it Required present (Bangalore )address proof ?
3.If required can I keep my Passport address as my old address (native address)?
1. Yes
2. Yes.
3. No, it will be your current address in Bangalore.
Just now I have applied for reissuing online passport. I have payed online by card (BOI Rupay), but i did not get proper payment sleep which I can take print to carry on passport office. something which is not readable message I got on that website. But my balance was cut that message I got from bank. Is this problem? When and how I would know timing on that appointment day?
You can login to the passport online system and print your applicant receipt and appointment details anytime. Try it again. It has the appointment time as well.
SIR, my PASSPORT is expiring on April 4th 2017 ,NOW I am staying at my permanent house in Andhra Pradesh.that time my PASSPORT issued at MANGALORE( KARNATAKA STATE). Where I renew my PASSPORT, which address I mention current or permanent, if I mention MANGALORE address, only BANK statement and driving licence documents I have, kindly give me suggestion, SIR
You should mention your current address for everything. Yes, that proofs should be sufficient. You will need to have bank passbook with your photo with the current address in it.
Hi,
I live in Bhopal. I am living in a rented house but I have address proof of my permanent address (Adhaar card) only. Both address are of Bhopal. no one is living in that Permanent address house and it is locked and it is very far from my current address also. So, if I submit my passport application with address proof of permanent address as my current address in the form how the verification will happen. Will I be informed before verification so that I can reach my permanent address during verification? and where will they send the passport? could you please help what can be done in my situation? Will there be any problem in my case?
Ricky,
You should give the current address of where you live. Verification maybe done at the location you live. No one will be informed. Legally, you need to give the address, where you currently live. You can get address proof either lease agreement or Bank Passbook with photo done as needed to support your stay at current address.
My passport expired many years ago and I did not feel the need to renew since I was happily employed. Now I want to renew the same passport, Is It POSSIBLE ?
Note : Now I am 55 years old and have changed the residence. I have PAN CARD, AADHAAR CARD & VOTER ID, GAS BILL along with Official ID.
Yes, it is possible. I know people who have done it after 25 years and got it re-issued
Hello
I just need help with my passport renewal. my question is i stay in USA and i would like to renew my passport in India and my passport is expiring in June 2017 . Should i renew in USA and travel or can i renew my passport in India.
Thanks
Anusha
Anusha,
I highly recommend you to get it done in USA itself, as the process can be faster and you live there. Imagine, you try to renew your passport and it gets delayed when you are in India…you cannot travel and you will be stuck… It is always recommended to get passport re-issued at the place you reside…
Hi iam in london and my family is in india. My kids passports are going to expire in Sep2017 so whats the procedure for renewing their passports plz give me advise do i need to send any acknowledgement from here. Regards
Ibrahim
I am a agent from lucknow india 7706093144 ..contact me
Hi, I am married woman and my passport is expiring in may 2017. My husband is missing since last 3 years and its FIR is registered. I do not even have his passport but has his passport no noted. Since last 2-3 years i am staying with my parents so address is different from passport. My questions is –
– what all documents i need in my case?
i can not provide husband’s passport. will it impact renewal?
– Will i get my passport renewed?
– should i get it renewed before getting expired?
Please advice
sandy,
You just apply as you would need to apply for re-issue. Unless you are changing spouse particulars or anything, you would not need anything. Just normal process. If you have marriage certificate, you can carry that to add your spouse name in the passport. Usually you should get it renewed before it expires.
Hello sir…
Sir mere passport mein date of birth glt hogyi thi
So ab mene theek krwani h to sir mujhe bata skte ho ki mujhe date of birth theek krwane k liye krana hoga and kon kon S documents lgane honge with passport??
Respected sir
I sarfaraz bharde wants to know that. i want to renewal my passport wich is getting expire in 19 sep 2017 .and i am having ecr because the time i make my passport i was in 9 std and now i am graduate and i want to remove my ecr from my passport.what will be the procedure and dovuments required. i get to know that i need to get hrd attestation on my higher education certificate.its it compulsory.because i work in dubai uae
As per my knowledge, you do not need any special attestation. All you need to is to carry your original graduation certificate, that should be sufficient. You can call the customer service to get confirmation.
sir i applied for passport ,but they have not any proof except adhaar card both date of birth and address r mention in there r geniue,are u consider that one proof fr date of birth and parminent address??????
Hi,
My passport got spoiled by water is there a need to re-issue the passport?
Yes, if there is any damage, you will need to get a new one and need to go for re-issue
I have to change my address on my passport re-issue which is expiring in May.
Will a bank passbook from ICICI bank do? Also, do i need to have bank statement for 1 year? On the PSK website I dont see bank statement being mentioned anywhere.
Mohit,
Usually bank passbook with your photo should work…they do not really care about your bank balance for the statement.
What shall I do if I do not have any address proof for the present address including postpaid mobile bill? should I apply with my permanent address.
Also what will be the address printed on the new passport? permanent address or present address?
My mother is 77 years old ..her passport issued from Bareilly passport office is expiring in April 2017. . She is residing with me in Kochi ,Kerala currently … Can she renew her passport in Kochi itself …thank you
Yes, she can and she should get it renewed in the place where she lives.
Hi,
My sister wants to renew her passport with permanent address in Nashik (which is our native place). Currently she resides in Delhi( where she works) and she have all her address proofs like aadhar card and pan card with permeant address of Nashik.
Now, we are wondering where she should apply for passport renewal, in Delhi or Nashik. and which will be the fastest one?
Thanks in advance .
Kimi,
You should always apply for passport at the place you reside with current address proofs, there may be address verification depending on the discretion of the passport officer. If you give a location where you do not live, that is considered fraud and you may end up in complex situation.
Dear Sir/ Madam
My 85 years old mother wants to renew her passport, her permanent address is Shimla India but at present she is in Delhi staying with her daughter.
I want my mother to come to Landon next month to attend the wedding of my son.
My question is, Can she renew her passport in Delhi, she has all the documents in Delhi.
Please advice asap.
Thanks
She should get the passport renewal done in Delhi itself at nearest PSK as she resides in Delhi. The permanent address does not matter.
My daughter is studying in PUNE and staying in hostel. Her permanent address is Vadodara. Her last passport renewal was done by Indian Embassy Oman.
She wants to renew passport in PUNE.
Let me know the procedure to renew passport.
Is there any police verification for Passport renewal which is due expire within a couple of months, please clarify how to proceed ?
It may happen, solely based on the discretion of the passport officer. But, it is not mandatory as per a rule that was passed in 2015.
l lost my passport in kuwait I have EC but I want my passport I can make renewal please tell about proces
If you are in kuwait, you need to check with nearest Indian high commission on the process on how to get the new passport.
My bhabhi had an passport and that passport does not include the surname.As a practice we jats were not in a habbit of using surname, each and every document reflects name only.ie 10th mark sheet,house reistry,telephone, service records,bank account,electic bills, etc. every document are with name only. My bhabhi wanted to visit US and her son residing there asked her to come by Japan Airlines only as it is the only air line with ample leg space and they booked the ticket only after having the surname. We applied for the addition of surname in the passport and attached photocopy of adhar card and ration card which reflects the surname .At the time of interview she was asked to submit an affidavit from the SDM. The SDM issued the affidavit after the completion of all formalities in jan 2017. She visited again in jan 2017 and was told the Govt.has stopped to rely upon affidavit from 26th dec2016 so pl bring other identity proof .When she told she donot have any other proof they advised to get the certified Bank account after addition of surname .She visited again today and was told this bank account /identiy will not do.Pl come again only after if you have two Govt identitied like PAN or Voter ID. PL tell us what to do ?For ammendment in PAN or Voter id she will again going to need two ids and from where and how she can get those.
Is there any police verification for Passport renewal which is due expire within a couple of days?
Hi,
Thanks for providing details.
But still my confusion is, I am applying for Tatkal re-issue of passport. Document advisor does not ask for any annexure, and Ann-F detailed about Lost & Damaged Passports.
May I know what all other document required in my case?