Things You'll Need
- Old passport in original with self-attested photocopy of its first four and last four pages, including ECR/ECNR page.
- If the old passport was issued when you were a minor or did not have
the ECNR stamp - provide attested copy of matriculation or degree
certificate
- Proof of address if different than the one on the old passport.
Acceptable documents include phone, gas, electricity bill, ration card,
spouse or parent's passport copy
- Recent passport size photographs (Three) in colour showing frontal view of full face are required.
Steps
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Re-issue vs. Renew
A new passport is re-issued (not renewed) when a current passport
(validity of 10 years or more) is 1 year from expiration or it is less
than 3 years after it has expired. A passport issued with a validity of
1-5 years under certain emergency conditions can be renewed at no
additional cost. This article covers the re-issuance of a Passport that
was issued with 10 years or more of validity.
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The Application Form
The Application Form for re-issuing a Passport is the same as the one
required for a new Passport. You can get the Application Form from any
Passport Service Center/Office or any Post Office. You can also use the
link below.
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Fees Required
The application fee for reissue of a passport is the same as a new
application. Passport for Adult (36 page) - Rs. 1000, Passport for Adult
(60 pages) - Rs. 1500 and Passport for a Minor - Rs. 600. It is better
to take extra cash with you when submitting the application as there are
additional fees for Police Clearance Certificate/ECNR Reqd, etc.
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Where to Apply
Completed Passport Application Forms with Supporting documents can be
submitted at Passport Offices, District Passport Cells/Collector's
Office/DSP's Office or at Speed Post Centers. Please be sure to note
down the File Reference Number.
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How to check status of Application
You can check the status of your application online by providing the file reference number at the
Consular and Passport Division Website
Tips
- If you have a busy lifestyle and do not wish to waste your time, use
a reputed Travel Agent who can get you a passport quickly for a small
fee. The travel agent will also be able to verify that your
documentation is accurate and sufficient.
- If you have any other questions or situations please use the link
below for the official website of the Indian Passport Division.
Caution
In case a person has resided at
more than 1 place in the past 1 year, then a separate Person Particulars
form (part of the Passport Application) needs to be filled out for each
address that he has resided at, for the past 1 year.
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