What are the procedures to change my name on passport ?
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Citizen AI Helpdesk, Curated Answers from Government SourcesAnswered on September 17,2021
For change of name in existing passport, you have to apply afresh passport online (www.passportindia.gov.in) under re-issue category. The documents required are existing original passport and its copy, two public documents showing your new name, two press clippings regarding change of name.
You can also log on to www.passportindia.gov.in and see document advisor menu.
Source: This answer is curated from answers provided by various Regional Passport Offices across India.
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