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There is a mistake in my father's surname in 10th class DMC and Aadhaar card. Can i apply for passport ECNR?

Of course, but you have to give advertisement in 2 newspaper and 2 id of your correct surname.

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I was renewing my indian passport from canada. Under education qualification i am confused between “Graduate and above” and “10th pass and above”? I did 12th in India and a two course in Canada

Don't be confused. You can go with 10th pass and above or Graduate and above. There is nothing to going to happen. Because every applicant who ever may be if he have passed 10 are eligible for NonECR…

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My passport name is different. But now my adhar card, pan card all are having different spelling. What should I do to change spelling of my name in passport?

Get your current/correct name change advertised in two newspaper English and local language. Carry newspaper during visit to passport seva Kendra in original with other documents. Apply for new passport…

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If mother is govt employee, do we need noc to obtain minor passport?

No but you need to mention this fact while applying for passport.

I am on a bail, having charge of IPC 452. Can I get passport?

Get a No Criminal Case Pending Certificate.

Can I get PDF my passport based on name, number and date of birth? I lost the passport.

No, You cant. File a NOC in nearest police station regarding Lost Passport, Apply for Re-issue of Passport from PassportSeva portal. Reissue fee is 3000/-.

Can i get Passport with out study documents as I only have Aadhar and Pan Card?

Yes,you can.But you will get an ECR passport.

In my 10th class DMC, my father name is without surname. And on my adhar card, surname is there. Will there be any problem regarding this in passport verification?

Absolutely yes. There would be a issue if there is a difference in parents name between your sslc marks card and aadhar card. It is better to update your Aadhar. But some granting officers in PSK may…

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മാതാപിതാക്കളുടെ മരണശേഷം മക്കളുടെ പാസ്സ്പോർട്ടിൽ രേഖപ്പെടുത്തിയിരിക്കുന്ന മാതാപിതാക്കളുടെ പേര് തിരുത്തിക്കിട്ടുമോ?

ജനനസർട്ടിഫിക്കറ്റ്, SSLC സർട്ടിഫിക്കറ്റ്, മറ്റു വിദ്യാഭാസ രേഖകൾ, പാസ്പോർട്ട്‌ എന്നിവയിൽ രേഖപ്പെടുത്തിയിരിക്കുന്ന മാതാപിതാക്കളുടെ പേര് ഒരുപോലെ അല്ലെങ്കിൽ വിദേശ ജോലിക്ക് ശ്രമിക്കുന്ന കുട്ടികൾക്ക് ഉണ്ടായേക്കാവുന്ന…

My passport is going to finish its validity/expire in September 2023. Should I apply for Reissue or Renewal of passport? Does it take police verification for this process. I am in Saudi Arabia.

Yes. You can apply. There is a higher chance to get your passport without police verification if you apply before the expiry date but it depends on the sole discretion of the granting officers. Please…

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I have submitted passport application on the behalf of my mother today. By mistake, I have selected graduate and above while my mother is 12th pass out, what will happen in this case?

Nothing will happen don't wory

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Why is my passport delayed?

If the police verification of your passport has been done, then it will be received by Indian Post on the address of your correspondence address within 2 weeks to 4 weeks, And you can also check online…

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I hav all documents but not having 10th marksheet but having 10th LC. Can I get ECNR passport?

No sir marksheet is mandatory

What should i do? I submitted passport application and got verified via a police officer and later the passport was on delivery and now it says not delivered due to other reasons. On the website it says SCN against RUD

Show cause notice is issued due to wrong address

I want to apply my son passport. He is 3 years old. Me and my wife passport didn't mention spouse name so can i apply my son paasport without adding spouse name in passport?

Atleast 1 passport should be mentioned spouse name

My mom was born in 1960. She doesn't have birth certificate. She has PAN , Adhaar, some old Xerox of marksheet, our registered rent agreement. But police is asking for birth certificate for Passport. What should I do?

Convince police that she is old and how can she preserve birth certificate or education documents

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What if your name spelling is different in marksheet and leaving certificate but other latest documents have spelling different. What to do?

If you are passed your SSLC exam or matriculation then there is no chance to have a leaving certificate because Every promoted student will have only Marks card. If this question related or refers to…

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I have applied for new passport. For police verification parents passport/birth certificate/school leaving certificate is required. My parents lost their leaving certificate and their birth was not registered. Is there any other document I can submit?

Pan card Aadhar card LIC policy are other options..

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How can I close my passport application which is under review with RPO Mumbai? I am no longer residing in Mumbai, hence I want to close the application from Mumbai and make a fresh application from Rajasthan.

You have to send the self attested documents which were submitted at the time of applying for the passport at PSK to the concerned RPO by registered post along with a covering letter statimg…

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I have renewed my passport online. Once filling in online I mentioned ecr instead of ecnr and i got the passport in ecr. Can i change that back to ecnr? I have worked abroad for more than 5 years and i don't have any SSLC certificate.

Yes. But for this purpose you need to schedule a prior online appointment and need to pay the prescribed fee and you will be issued a fresh passport and the earlier passport with ECR status will be cancelled…

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DTDC lost my passport, and I need to get it re-issued urgently. I applied through the Tatkal scheme. What documents will I need apart from ANNEXURE ‘F’ Affidavit for loss of passport? Do I have to get police verification done before?

Lost passport cannot be applied in tatkal scheme, you will have to file FIR in police station. Later you can apply for normal passport

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My pcc was in 23rd August for Australia.It's been 10 days.I didn't get the police enquiry yet.If i track my application,it shows it's in under review at passport seva kendra.Is there any issue in my file ?

No issue visit RPO it is pending for granting

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Since the last few days, it was mentioned that the police has submitted the passport verification report to SP Office but now it says"pending for police verification" again. What to do?

No channce to say so. Because once your verification process were completed and the were reached to SP office they will forward the file to RPO directly. There may be chance of system error in your case.…

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After police verification is cleared, RPO is not proceeding to print the passport and is asking for documents 8012 and 8155. Why?

If you want to know the status of your passport application then the best way to file an RTI application by paying 10 rupees. RTI Online In the Box SEARCH Public Authority please TYPE PASSPORT and…

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Is it mandatory to change wrong surname of my mother in my passport?

Just the Wrong surname of your Mother does not make your passport invalid. Passport is basically an identification proof of the holder to confirm their nationality.So far it contains the right name and…

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I apply for pcc at psk, they found my date of birth is matching with my brothers dob, so they hold my file for verification, In this condition can i travel abroad?

No, You cannot travel abroad until your verification is pending because PSK issues passports after complete verification of the identity of the applicant. You should produce necessary evidence to…

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My new passport was missing. Can you tell me the exact cost for applying duplicate passport by Tatkal from passport seva?

Reissue passport of lost is not issued in Tatkal

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What charges to be paid to correct the spelling mistake by PSK?

You will have to apply for correction of the passport, in passport re-issue category. Normal passport fees will be applicable . Passport fees is : Adult passport - Rs 1500 Minor passport - Rs. 1000…

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If i am 70 year old and i lost my sslc certificate., can i get my passport reissue with date of birth mentioned in old passport?

Surely you can apply mentioning your date of birth as of old passport.

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My passport expires last month and there is a mistake in my name. Should I apply for a new one and surrender the old one?

NO, You cannot opt a new passport with different details than the previous one. You have apply for correction with sufficient proof that your real name is Mr. ABC and the old passport contains different…

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I have 10th duplicate marks card without photo is it valid for passport verification?

Yes it is a valid document for ECNR.Photo is already on PAN card/aadhar card/driving license

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I have changed my father's name in my passport from one RPO. Can I now get a passport made by taking an appointment in another RPO?

No sir, you cannot change RPO. Only you can change district under which jurisdiction you have choose RPO.

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In the passport application form I by mistakenly wrote wrong birth place information. I have scheduled the appointment. Can i change the information at PSK? Is school leaving certificate enough as a proof for the change required?

Yes, You can Request and show the Document for changes in details at PSK. (Depending on the Officer to officer)

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Do I need prior appointment if I go to RPO office for submitting letter regarding show cause notice?

No. But you have to come between 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. on any working day. Source: This answer is provided by RPO Cochin.

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Can I check my passport no.by typing my name?

There is no such website which will tell you the details of your passport

How to delete a part of name in passport?

Apply for change of name with applicable documents. Source: This answer is provided by RPO Cochin.

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I have to present an application for passport at the passport office. I just have a Notorised House rent aggrement, along with old passport, adhar card, pan card , electricity bill. Will these be sufficient for the passport submission?

To know the documents, please visit the link Document Advisor available in the home page of our site (www.passportindia.gov.in) Source: This answer is provided by RPO Cochin.

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I am 18 years old son of government employee. For passport, Annexure A says it requires identity certificate for minors upto age of 18 years. Does that apply to me or only till age of 17 years?

Annexure-A is not mandatory for the dependent of Government employees. It is an optional in the case of dependent of Government employee. Source: This answer is provided by RPO Cochin.

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I want to change my ecr passport to non ecr. I have lost my 10th certificate. So can I use 12th certificate with birth certificate. Is it possible or not?

10th and above pass certificate will be concerned for ECNR passport. Source: This answer is provided by RPO Cochin

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While applying for passport, I update it as graduate and above, I passed out MBA in 2021 but yet to receive certificates. Will that be an issue in passport verification?

This is not an issue. The Educational Qualification will not be reflected in Passport. You may submit your 10th Pass certificate so you will get ECNR Passport. Source: This answer is provided by…

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Will the school certificate downloaded through Digilocker be accepted at the passport office?

Digital documents issued through DigiLocker are valid documents and at par with original when used electronically. It should be accepted by concerned authorities. However, we are working towards awareness…

My mom was born before 1989 and she doesn't have her sslc markssheet and school TC but has her birth certificate. With that, can she apply for Passport and Visa?

Yes, she can apply with birth certificate along with current residential proof. Source: This answer is provided by Regional Passport Office, Cochin.

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My sslc mark sheet has my father's initial but aadhar card doesn't. So will that be problem for passport?

You may apply passport as per SSLC and later get it corrected in Aadhaar. Source: This answer is provided by Regional Passport Office, Cochin.

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Is it possible to change my signature in passport ?

Yes, you can change your signature by applying online in passportindia.gov.in Kindly apply for reissue of passport for any change in passport. Source: This answer is curated from answers provided by various…

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What are the procedures to change my name on passport ?

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,…

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Can I use 10th mark sheet in digilocker at the passport office?

Yes, it is accepted by Passport seva Kendra all accross the country.

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Can I apply for ECNR passport with 10th marksheet?

Yes you can apply with 10th Mark sheet

I applied for the passport but before police verification.I shifted from there. But the police came to that house that was mentioned on application form. I was present there and the police sent adverse report of current address.What should i do now?

You will have to visit RPO of your juridiction , They will ask you to furnish PP form with your current residential address proof. They will resend for your police verification. In other way they will…

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Can I use a notary rent agreement as a proof of address document to apply for a passport?

Yes, You can use a notary rent agreement as a proof of address document to apply for a passport. A notarized rent agreement looks like the below images It's simple and easy to prepare a notarized…

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വിവാഹം കഴിഞ്ഞു. ആ വിവരം പിന്നെ അപേക്ഷയിൽ കാണിച്ചിട്ടുണ്ട്. പക്ഷെ വിവാഹ സർട്ടിഫിക്കറ്റ് ലഭിച്ചിട്ടില്ല. പാസ്സ്പോർട്ടിനു അപേക്ഷിക്കുവാൻ സാധിക്കുമോ?

സാധിക്കും.

പാസ്പോർട്ട് എടുക്കുവാൻ ജനന സർട്ടിഫിക്കറ്റും, SSLC ബുക്കും ഇല്ല. എന്നാൽ ഒൻപതാം ക്ലാസ്സിലെ TC ഉണ്ട്. അത്‌ ജനന തീയ്യതി തെളിയിക്കുവാൻ പര്യാപ്തമായ രേഖയാകുമോ?

TC യോ ഡ്രൈവിംഗ് ലൈസൻസോ ഉണ്ടെങ്കിൽ പാസ്സ്പോർട്ടിനു അപേക്ഷിക്കുവാൻ സാധിക്കുന്നതാണ്.

പാസ്‌പോർട്ടിനു മാതാപിതാക്കളിൽ ഒരാളുടെ പേര് മാത്രം ചേർക്കുവാനുള്ള അനുമതി ഉണ്ടോ?

മാതാപിതാക്കളിൽ ഒരാളുടെ പേരോ,അതല്ലെങ്കിൽ നിലവിലെ രക്ഷകർത്താവിന്റ പേരോ അപേക്ഷയിൽ ചേർത്താൽ മതിയാവും.

പാസ്പോർട്ടിലെ മേൽവിലാസം മാറ്റുവാൻ എന്താണ് ചെയ്യേണ്ടത്?

പാസ്പോർട്ട്‌ Re-issue ചെയ്യിപ്പിക്കണം.

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പാസ്പോർട്ട് ലഭിച്ചതാണ്. പക്ഷേ നഷ്ടപ്പെട്ടു. യാതൊരുവിധ ഡീറ്റെയിൽസും കയ്യിലില്ല.പാസ്പോർട്ട് ഓഫീസിൽ നിന്ന് വിവരങ്ങൾ ലഭിക്കുമോ?

ലഭിക്കും

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വിവാഹമോചനം നടന്നതിനുശേഷം ഭർത്താവിന്റെ/ ഭാര്യയുടെ പേര് പാസ്പോർട്ടിൽ നിന്ന് നീക്കം ചെയ്യുവാൻ എന്താണ് ചെയ്യേണ്ടത്? ഡിവോഴ്സ് ഓർഡർ ഹാജരാക്കണമോ?

നിലവിൽ പാസ്പോർട്ട് കൈവശമുള്ള ആളാണെങ്കിൽ പുതിയ പാസ്പോcർട്ട് Re-issue ചെയ്യിപ്പിക്കാവുന്നതാണ്. Order ഹാജരാകേണ്ടതില്ല.

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മുതിർന്ന പൗരന്മാർ പുതിയ പാസ്പോർട്ടിന് അപേക്ഷിക്കുമ്പോൾ പ്രത്യേക പരിഗണന ഉണ്ടോ?

അറുപതിന് മുകളിൽ പ്രായമുള്ള മുതിർന്ന പൗരന്മാർ പുതിയ പാസ്പോർട്ടിന് അപേക്ഷിക്കുമ്പോൾ പാസ്പോർട്ട് ഫീസിൽ 10 ശതമാനം കുറവ് ലഭിക്കുന്നതായിരിക്കും. മാത്രവുമല്ല പാസ്പോർട്ട് സേവാ സെന്ററുകളിൽ മുതിർന്ന പൗരന്മാർക്ക്…

I don't have mark sheet. I have studied 5th standard. I want the emigration of passport. How to get it?

ECNR can be given to persons who passed 10th and above or who stayed in abroad more than 3 years or filing of income tax.

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How do I get the affidavit for no criminal case pending against you for passport?

Below is the step-by-step procedure to get an Affidavit for no criminal case pending, for passport Step 1: Prepare the draft in word format. A draft looks like the below image Fill in all the required…

I have only adhaar card and passport. But I want voter card and ration card. How to get it?

If you are in Kerala, you can submit an application through any of the akshaya centres or through citizen login for a new ration card. Source : This answer is provided by Civil Supplies Department, Kerala…

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My Father's name on my educational certificates and Adhaar and rest of Id proofs are different. Adhaar and Id proofs have one name. Educational certificates have a different name. Name on adhaar is what we are using and is correct. Now changing my educational certificates is a herculean task. What are my options now as passport kendra will reject my application ? If I get an affidavit,what name should I go with name on educational certificates or Adhaar?

The document submitting with passport application should contain correct particulars. If any document contains error, you can submit another document containing correct partculars. If all your documents…

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Ntey husband Saudi yilaanu.adhehathintey passportil ulla name alla ration cardilum mattu documentsilum. Ipol passport renew cheyyan vendi embassy il koduthu. Renew cheythu kitty.ividey verification nu vendi officer vannapol Id kaanikkan passport mathramey undaayirunnullu. Athukondu ini veendum verification undakumennu paranju. Passport il thwaha ennum ration card il nazar ennumaanu. Ithu vachu apeksha koduthal one and same certificate kittilley. Evideyaanu apekshikkendathu. Village office or Taluk ?

വ്യത്യസ്ത സർട്ടിഫിക്കറ്റുകളിൽ വ്യത്യസ്ത പേരുകൾ ഉള്ളവർക്കാണ് One and Same സർട്ടിഫിക്കറ്റ്‌ നൽകുന്നത്. ഈ രണ്ട് പേരും ഒരാൾ തന്നെ ആണ് എന്ന് പറഞ്ഞു തരുന്ന സർട്ടിഫിക്കറ്റ്‌ ആണ് One and Same സർട്ടിഫിക്കറ്റ്‌.…

I did not add my 10th mark sheet to my passport. but I want to add it and I'm unaware of the procedure. How to add my 10th mark sheet and change my ENCR ?

Documents upload is not mandatory. At the time of verification at PSK/POPSK, all documents will be uploaded. You may add or modify the information with a declaration and supporting document at the CSE…

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I changed my Aadhar card due to my father name got wrong spelling. After the new updates I got C/O instead of D/O. Is it ok to apply for passport with this Aadhaar ?

As Per UIDAI's new policy other relationship fields such as D/o, S/o etc have been replaced with C/o field. within the Address. o. Filling this is optional. You can update the address in your Aadhaar…

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How do I make an affidavit for a lost and damaged passport?

Here is the step by step procedure to make an affidavit for lost & damaged passport Step 1: Buy two non-judicial e-stamp paper from co-operative bank, court, or sub-registrar near you. (One for affidavit…

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I have applied for re issue for passport and I received Passport as well. But I am getting msges regarding police verification. And I received show cause notice too. What I can do for this ? Will I able to travel with this passport?

Depending on your location, please send a mail to any of the below email ids, with the following details. Mention your issue Provide your passport application file number (15 digits) Email IDs based on…

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I received a message stating adverse report. Then I visted rpo and gave the clarification. They were satisfied. But then still I received a message as show cause notice. Why?

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Can I make a rental agreement of my previous rental house in which I am no longer staying? That is a document showing that I lived there for a certain period of time as a proof to show to passport authorities?

No, Should not do a rental agreement now for a house you stayed previously but can make an affidavit, stating that you stayed at a house as tenant for certain period of time, as proof. Addrsss in your…

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How can I change my name in the driving license? Already changed my name in Passport, Aadhar, and ration card.

Apply online for name Change.

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Can I reply through mail for my show cause notice or need to go personally to rpo?

An applicant has to reply the show cause notice in written or typed and send to the respective authority by post or personally meet officer concerned.

അച്ഛന്റെയും അമ്മയുടെയും Passportലെ അഡ്രസ് വേറെ വേറെ ആണ്. മകന്റെ പാസ്പോര്ട്ട് (newborn )നു apply ചെയ്യുമ്പോൾ എന്തൊക്കെ ഡോക്യുമെന്റ് വേണം ? Parents ന്റെ പാസ്സ്പോർട്ടിലെ അഡ്രസ് വേറെ വേറെ ആണെങ്കിൽ എന്തെക്കിലും ബുദ്ധിമുട്ട് ഉണ്ടാകുമോ ?

Yaadoru buddimuttum undagoola. Pakshe ningal new born kunjinde passportil enter cheyyan uddeshikkunna address kunjinde birth certificatilo allengil new born kunjinde aadharilo allengil ningalude randalil…

എന്റെ പാസ്പോർട്ട്‌ കേരള അഡ്രസ് ആണ്. കഴിഞ്ഞ രണ്ടു വർഷമായി തമിഴ് നാട്ടിലാണ് ജോലി ചെയുന്നത്. ഇപ്പോൾ പോലീസ് Clearence certificate (PCC) അപേക്ഷിക്കാൻ തമിഴ് നാട്ടിൽ പാസ്പോർട്ട്‌ ഓഫീസിൽ പോയാൽ മതിയോ? വെരിഫിക്കേഷൻ എവിടെയെല്ലാം ചെയ്യും? Don't want to change address in passport.

You can apply for PCC in Tamil Nadu. But the police verification file will be sent to the DISTRICT OR CITY COMMISSIONERS office of the your residential address

I have applied for a passport, I have a criminal case going on against me. Police has submitted adverse verification report. Will the passport get issued in such case ?

If criminal case is pending against you and police has submitted adverse report for the said reason, passport cannot be issued.

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How do I book an online appointment with the RPO Mumbai on show-cause notice?

To the best of my knowledge, there is no online appointment booking for show cause notice related issues. You have to reply to the show-cause notice in written or typed and send to the respective authority…

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What is Health Passport or Immunity Passport?

Countries such as Germany, France, UK, Italy, and others are now trying to ascertain whether they can provide people with these health passports in order to allow them to travel freely.The…

Is passport available on the Digilocker app?

Digital Passport is not yet available on DigiLocker.

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I have done police verification at my permanent address. But still, it is showing that Show Cause Notice (SCN) in passport online status?

First of all find out, what the SCN is for. You can ask your queries at the following places: By visiting the Passport website By calling call centre at 1800-258-1800 By visiting Helpdesk at your…

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If I’m giving up one of my citizenships, do I need to inform both countries that I have terminated my rights as a citizen? Or do the countries themselves do that?

Check with your local embassy to understand your obligations. Most likely you'll be responsible for renouncing your original citizenship as part of the process to get Indian citizenship - therefore you…

How long does it take to become an Indian citizen?

To become an Indian citizen by naturalisation you have to have lived in India for 12 of the 14 years preceding your application - including the full calendar year prior to applying. Once you've sent in…

How to become a citizen of India?

You can find the forms and details you need to apply for Indian citizenship, online. Exactly what you need to prepare will depend on your circumstances, but the basic steps you'll need to take include:…

What sort of penalties or repercussions can you expect to face when you go back to India but no longer have citizenship?

The are no penalties as such, but the rules of your new country of citizenship will apply. You might need a visa to enter the country or other permits to live and work there in the longer term.

If I give up your Indian citizenship, what happens?

Giving up your Indian citizenship means you’ll no longer be entitled to support from the Indian Embassy if you're abroad. The laws, rights and responsibilities of your new state will apply. That…

How will I lose Indian citizenship?

If you're an Indian citizen through naturalization, then you lose citizenship automatically if you take citizenship of another country. You can also voluntarily renounce your citizenship if you wish to…

When do kids need to decide which citizenship to keep?

For children the rules are slightly different. If a child who is eligible for Indian citizenship is granted citizenship of another country - for example because they are born in a country which automatically…

If I become an Indian citizen, will I be legally forced to give up my other passport/nationality?

When you become an Indian citizen you will be obliged to give up your previous nationality. The process for renouncing your previous citizenship will depend on where you're from - there may be fees to…

What are the benefits or drawbacks to OCI versus dual citizenship?

OCI isn't a substitute for dual citizenship and doesn't offer all the benefits other citizens of India have. However, with this, you can get life long visa free entry to India and exemption from having…

Are there any specific schemes/programs that are similar to dual citizenship with India?

The Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) programme is an option if either your parents, grandparents or great grandparents were from India but you subsequently were raised elsewhere. You can register and get…

Can I have dual citizenship in India?

India doesn’t recognise dual citizenship, which means that for most people, if you want to become an Indian national, you’ll be forced to give up your original citizenship. That’s a…

How to give up Indian Citizenship?

The Citizenship Act, 1955 cites three reasons for the termination of citizenship; Voluntary Renunciation By Termination By Deprivation 1. Voluntary Renunciation: If an Indian citizen wishes, who…

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Nenu oka sanvatsaram kritam Passport kosam darakhastu chesanu, ippatiki nenu dani kosam eduru chustunnanu. Ippudu emi cheyyali?

Passport yokka sthitini telusukovadaniki krindi dasalanu anusarinchandi Passport seva websitenu sandarshinchandi. "Track Application Status" pai click cheyandi. Avasaramaina vivaralanu namodu cheyandi.…

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How to check whether my passport is blacklisted internationally?

To blacklist a person internationally, Interpol's Red Corner Notice (RCN) needs to be issued against the person. Red Notices are issued for fugitives wanted either for prosecution or to serve a sentence.…

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Is digilocker not acceptable for passport verification?

Digilocker is not acceptable for passport verification.Only the originals of documents are accepted at passport office.

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I would like to know wether my passport is blacklisted or not?

You have to contact either the Bureau of Immigration or Foreign Division of Ministry of Home Affairs to get to know whether your passport is blacklisted or not. The 'blacklist'…

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Can I use my 10th and 12th marksheet in digilocker as verification document for fresh passport issuance?

Only the originals of documents are accepted at passport office.

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My NRI husband has abandoned me. What should I do?

If your NRI husband has abandoned you in India, you can immediately file a complaint/ FIR under 498A IPC on grounds of cruelty with the police in the local police station in the area where you were abandoned. Offences…

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My husband is demanding dowry and is ill-treating me after I moved with him to a foreign country. What should I do?

First and foremost, you must not come under pressure to accept the demand for dowry or any other unreasonable demand made by or on behalf of your NRI/ PIO husband to end your ill-treatment, abuse or desertion.You…

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What are different types of notices such as Red Notice, Yellow Notice,Blue Notice, Black Notice, Green Notice, Orange Notice, INTERPOL-United Nations Security Council Special Notice and Purple Notice?

Details of notice are as follows. i. Red Notice- To seek the location and arrest of wanted persons with a view to consider extradition or similar lawful action.ii. Yellow Notice- To help locate missing…

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I want to go to Saudi Arabia (or UAE/ Oman/ Kuwait/ Bahrain/ Qatar etc.) for work. How can I get a visa for that country?

You can approach the Embassy or Consulate of that country, or check their websites for the relevant information. You can also approach the Overseas Workers Resource Centre (OWRC), which has been operational…

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How much time does it take for transportation of the mortal remains?

Local procedures for transportation of mortal remains of foreign nationals vary from country to country. In Gulf countries,the normal time line ranges from 2 to 4 weeks due to local procedures as indicated…

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What documents are required for transportation of mortal remains to India?

The following documents are required for the transportation of mortal remains to India. Power of attorney and consent from the legal heir; Clinical death certificate; Embalming Certificate; Non-communicable…

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Is it possible to bury the mortal remains in foreign land particularly in Gulf countries?

Yes, it is possible but most of these countries allow this only in the case of Muslims. This would also require the consent of the legal heir(s) of the deceased for local burial. In the case of non-Muslims,…

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What are the documents required for getting passport ?

Copy of any of the following documents can be submitted as address proof • Valid ration card with present address • Election ID card with present address • Aadhaar card • Phone bill,Water…

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How much will it cost to get a passport?

For regular or normal passport applications it will cost INR 1500.For Tatkal Passport, it will cost INR 3500If you are going through an agent, a service charge needs to be paid to the agent. You can also…

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How to apply for passport ?

You can apply for passport in the below link. Passport Seva Online Portal

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What are the documents required for Passport Renewal ?

List of documents required for renewing passport are different based on your needs. You can check the documents required from this link. http://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/docAdvisor/caseReissueAction…

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I lost my passport recently. I've applied for a duplicate passport. I want to know if the new passport will have the same number as my old passport, or a new number?

The new passport will have a new passport number, with a fresh validity of 10 years.

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What is the procedure to apply for duplicate passport in case of lost or damaged passport?

To apply for duplicate passport in case of lost or damaged passport, you have to fill the Passport Application form and apply for "Re-issue" of passport. Register through the Passport Seva Online Portal…

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How can I track the status of Passport ?

You can track the status of passport here.

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What would be the validity of a minor's passport?

The validity of a minor's passport is restricted to five years or till they attain the age of 18, whichever is earlier. But the minors aged between 15 to 18 years can apply either for a 10-year validity…

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There is a spelling mistake of my name in the passport. What should I do?

If you find any mistake/error in the particulars printed in the passport booklet as per the application form submitted, please return the passport for necessary rectification. Any additional fees required…

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How to track the status of Passport ?

You can track the status of passport here. http://passportindia.gov.in/App..

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Can I apply for Police Clearance Certificate application online for passport?

Yes, you can apply for Police Clearance Certificate application online. Follow the below procedure to do it. Register through the Passport Seva Online Portal. https://portal2.passpo.. Login to the…

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What is the definition of damaged passport?

Damaged passport is classified based on the extent of damage, i.e.: Damaged Passport - Passport number is readable, name is legible and Photo is intact Damaged beyond recognition/ mutilated/smudged…

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Can I get a passport without police verification?

Depending on whether an application is for issue of fresh passport or re-issue of passport, Passport Office shall decide whether Police Verification is required for issuance of passport to you. In most…

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I got a message from VM-TCSPSK informing that "Police has submitted Clear report for your previous Address1". What does this means?

As part of passport application, you might have given multiple addresses as you have stayed in multiple locations in last one year. Police has verified one of those location as part of passport verification…

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For passport application, the file status on the website indicates that my police verification is "adverse". What does this mean?

The most likely problem is: Your police report says you do not reside at the address given, or that you were not available for police verification. If you feel that the absence was temporary and that…

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What are various Police Verification modes for passport?

There are 2 modes of police verification: Police Verification is required on a Post-Passport Issuance basis. Police Verification is required on Pre-Passport Issuance basis. Depending on whether an application…

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What should I do if I shifted to another address before police verification for passport?

He/She should intimate the In charge of Police Station

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What is the process to change the date/place of birth in the passport?

To change the date/place of birth in the passport, you have to apply for a "Re-issue" of passport and get the specified change done in the personal particulars. You can check for the documents required…

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Currently i am staying in the PG . is their possible to get passport in with in week ??

You can apply for Tatkal passport and you will receive with in 10 days.

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Can I get Passport within 10 days ?

If you need the passport urgently, you can go for the tatkaal passport scheme. You will get passport within 7 days.However under tatkaal scheme, it will take more than INR 3500 to obtain it. There is…

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What is the procedure to change photograph of a child in the passport?

To change the photograph in the passport, you have to apply for "Re-issue" of passport.

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For passport application, the file status on the website indicates that my police verification is "incomplete". What does this mean?

The most likely problem is: Your police report says you have been at your current address for less than a year. It is necessary to obtain clearance from all your previous addresses for the past one year,…

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My father is a Government Employee. Can I be issued passport without police verification ?

Dependent family members of Government/Public Sector/Statutory body employees can be issued passport without police verification, if they submit the following additional documents along with their application…

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I am not staying at the permanent address mentioned in address proof document.For passport verification, will the police verification be done at my Permanent address ?

Police verification will be done at both permanent and present address.

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Can a minor submit his/her deceased parent's passport copy and death certificate to avail NO Police verification?

In the given case the applicant doesn't have to submit the deceased parent's passport copy and death certificate of his/her parents. Following documents have to be submitted: Proof of DOB Proof of Present…

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What do I do if I lose my passport?

Loss of passport should be immediately reported to the nearest Police Station and to the Passport Office or Indian Mission, if abroad. You can apply for "Re-issue" of passport at your nearest Passport…

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In how many days is the Tatkal passport issued?

Tatkal Passport is a fast track passport issue or re-issue facility especially provided when any one needs the passport urgently.Your passport will be dispatched by authorities within one working day.Though…

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The pages in my passport booklet have exhausted. What is the procedure to apply for new booklet?

You need to apply for "Re-issue" of passport. A new passport booklet would be issued to you with a fresh validity of 10 years.

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Is there police verification to renew passport ?

Police verification is not required for renewing passport.

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My passport expired 3 years ago. What is the procedure to re-issue it?

You have to fill up the Passport Application Form and apply for "Re-issue of Passport". You can submit the filled in application form at a Passport Seva Kendra with in the jurisdiction of your Passport…

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Is No Police Verification possible in case of change in name of Govt. employees? If yes, what documents are required for passport?

The following documents are required: Issue of fresh passport: In case of change in name of Govt./PSU/statutory body employees, Pre Police Verification (PV) will be done. Post Police Verification (PV)…

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Will Police Verification be done for the applicant having Diplomatic/Official passport and applying for ordinary passport while in service?

In the given case, Government/Public Sector/Statutory body employees can be issued passport without police verification (PV), if they submit Identity Certificate in original as per Annexure "A" as an…

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How many days will it take to get Passport?

It depends on case to case e.g. whether applied under tatkal scheme or normal scheme. Also whether passport is to be issued on post-police verification basis or pre-police verification basis. Under normal…

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Do I need to be personally present for Police Verification?

Yes, it would be advisable that you should be physically present at the time of Police Verification.

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I lost my passport and have been sent to India on Emergency Certificate. What are the documents required to issue a new passport?

In case of lost passport, you need to apply for re-issue of passport. Following documents must be submitted along with the application: Proof of Present Address Proof of Date of Birth Affidavit stating…

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Why is birth certificate required for passport ?

Birth certificate is not compulsory for passport. You can submit any one of the following documents as the proof of DOB while submitting the passport application: Birth Certificate Transfer/School…

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What should I do if I have lost my passport and have to travel to India urgently ?

If you have lost your passport during traveling, then you can come to India on the basis of "Emergency Certificate". For the issuance of "Emergency Certificate", you need to contact the respective mission/post…

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I am a Retired Government official. Can I be issued a passport without Police Verification?

You cannot obtain a passport without police verification. But, if you apply under the Tatkaal scheme or submit "Pension Payment Order", passport can be issued on Post police verification basis (i.e. police…

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I lost my passport. What should I do ?

Loss of passport should be immediately reported to the nearest Police Station and to the Passport Office (PO) or Indian Mission, if abroad. Also apply for "Re-issue" of passport at your nearest Passport…

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I am an NRI. I lost my Indian passport but I don't have photocopy of the same. What should I do?

Photocopy of the old passport is not a mandatory document to be submitted in case of lost/damaged/stolen passport. It should be produced, if it is available. But you will be required to produce, the previous…

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What does Re-issue of passport means ? Is it same as passport renewal ?

Passport reissue is not same as passport renewal. Passport renewal occurs when validity of passport got expired or due to get expired. Passport reissue occurs in the following cases.…

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Can I get passport details from my name and date of birth in India ?

Currently there is no facility available in Passport Seva website to provide details about person from their name and date of birth.

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I applied for my passport 6 months ago and the police verification is still pending? Should I keep waiting or can I apply in the new system?

The Regional Passport office (RPO) has embarked on a special pendency clearance drive. Please wait for four weeks. If you still do not receive your passport, please visit the Passport Office (PO).

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Can I get passport details from passport number by online in India?

You cannot get passport details from passport number. It is not available in the Passport Seva Website.

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Is Police Verification done for Government employees or passport?

Government employees can be issued passport without police verification, if they submit Identity Certificate in original as per Annexure "A" as an additional document along with the application form.…

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How will I know the type of police verification on which I will be issued passport?

The type of police verification on which the applicant would be issued passport depends on the decision taken by Passport Office. But the applicant can submit the additional required documents along with…

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I have stayed at multiple addresses during last one year. Will the police verification be done at all the places for the passport?

Yes, the police verification will be done at all the addresses where the applicant has resided in the last one year.

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Can I apply for the passport at a Passport Office as it is near to my place?

No, you cannot apply for a passport at a Passport Office. You need to visit Passport Seva Kendra to submit your passport application.

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How to apply for Police Clearance Certificate application online for passport ?

Register through the Passport Seva Online Portal. https://portal2.pass.. Login to the Passport Seva Online Portal with the Login Id created in Step 1. Click "Apply for Police Clearance Certificate" link.…

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My passport booklet got damaged. I want to go abroad on urgent basis. What should I do?

In case your passport has not been damaged beyond recognition, i.e. passport number is legible, name is legible and photo is intact, then you can apply for re-issue of passport under the Tatkaal scheme.…

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How can I prove that I have stayed at my present address for more than a year during Police Verification for passport?

You can submit the Address Proof to prove that you have stayed at your present address for more than a year.

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Why is Police Verification required for issuance of passport?

Passport is a very valuable document. Thus, in order to ensure that it does not go in wrong hands, police verification is required for issuance of passport.

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Can anyone else submit my passport application on my behalf?

Under the new system, it is mandatory for all applicants to be physically present at the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) along with Application Print receipt and original documents after submitting application…

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I want to apply for a passport for my one year old baby. Would Police Verification be done in his/her case also?

If either parent of the minor holds a valid passport with spouse name endorsed, passport will be issued to the minor without any police verification. Original passport of parent(s) should be presented…

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What is difference between Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) and Passport Office (PO) ?

Passport Seva Kendras are extended arms of Passport Offices and render front-end services related to passport issuance. These Kendras cover functionalities from token issuance to granting of application…

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Is police verification done before issuance of passport under the Tatkaal scheme?

No, police verification is not done before issuance of passport under the Tatkaal scheme. In case of the Tatkaal scheme, police verification is done post issuance of passport.

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If parents have passport with adverse Police Verification Report or they have a criminal background, can passport be issued to minor on urgent basis?

In such cases, minors can be issued passport under the Tatkaal scheme subject to approval of competent authority.

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My passport will expire in 2 months. What should I do?

You can apply for a re-issue of passport up to 1 year before the expiry or within three years after the expiry of the existing passport without fresh police verification, provided there is no change in…

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Can I download my passport online?

Passport cannot be downloaded online. You can upload scanned versions of Passport in to Digilocker and download it as and when required. DigiLocker is a Government of India platform where citizens can…

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How do I make an affidavit for a lost and damaged passport?

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I got a show cause notice while applying for Passport. What should I do ?

A show cause notice is issued when you withheld some personal information or filed incorrect information at the time of applying for passport. For example, it might be issued due to your past criminal…

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I have lost my passport in Kerala flood. How to get a new passport ?

You can get passport free of charge from any of the passport seva kendra in Kerala. However, this was valid till Dec 2018. As the dates have already passed, you need to apply for passport again.

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Is passport available on the Digilocker app?

Digital Passport is not yet available on DigiLocker.

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How to get e-Passport ?

E-Passport is not yet issued, as of today (February 2019). The manufacturing of e-passport with advanced security features and better printing and paper quality will commence on the successful completion…

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What is an e-Passport ?

E-Passport is issued to prevent tampering of passport. Passport will have a chip with an advanced security system. This chip will have all the details including date of birth, name of father or spouse…

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In all documents (Aadhar, voter ID, DL) my name is written as “Ravi K”. But on my passport, the initial 'K' is mentioned fully. Does this create any problems?

It might or might not create problem. To be on the safer side, it is better to get your passport reissued with change in your name rather than trying to get your name updated in all other documents (Aadhaar…

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My passport got damaged and I am not staying at my native place. Can I get a new passport from my current location ?

Yes, you can get a new passport from your new city. You have to first register in Passport seva website with required details. Then you will be given an option to choose your RPO. Choose the RPO…

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How can I change the RPO selected by me at the time of Passport registration ?

You cannot change the RPO selected by you at the time of registration.You have to visit the same passport service kendra for this as well as future applications submitted by you. If you want to change…

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How to reschedule or cancel the appointment fixed for Passport ?

In order to cancel/ reschedule your appointment, please follow the below steps. Visit Passport Seva Website Click on "Login" Once you have logged in, you will be directed to "Applicant Home"…

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What if I miss the appointment fixed for passport ?

You can reschedule or cancel your appointment. You are allowed to do it upto 2 times only within a year of first appointment date. In order to reschedule your appointment, please follow the below steps.…

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While applying for passport, I update it as graduate and above, I passed out MBA in 2021 but yet to receive certificates. Will that be an issue in passport verification?

This is not an issue. The Educational Qualification will not be reflected in Passport. You may submit your 10th Pass certificate so you will get ECNR Passport. Source: This answer is provided by…

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How to respond to a show cause notice at an RPO for Passport ?

You have to visit RPO Office. You can write a letter in simple format with proper reason and required documents. You don't need to worry until and unless there is no criminal records against you.

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I did not add my 10th mark sheet to my passport. but I want to add it and I'm unaware of the procedure. How to add my 10th mark sheet and change my ENCR ?

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How can I check if my passport is blacklisted or not in India ?

As of now, there is no way to check online whether your passport is blacklisted or not.

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I have lost my 10th marksheet and birth certificate. How can I apply for the passport?

10th marksheet is for ECNR Passport and birth certificate is for DoB. If you have any such document that carry your DOB like Aadhar card, PAN card, DL, voter icard etc. it can get substituted as DoB…

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I have my place of birth different in my Birth certificate and Passport. How to change it in Passport ?

To change the place of birth in the passport, you have to apply for a "Re-issue" of passport and get the specified change done in the personal particulars. You need the following documents to get place…

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What should I do if my passport is under review at RPO and an objection letter (not SCN) is being there in my passport portal?

If police verification doesnt happen , then you need to wait for some time. Please refer the table below to determine the time required for issuing Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) in various cases:…

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Does Infant need proof for flying with in India ?

As per Bureau of Civil Aviation Security, there shall not be any requirement of identity proof in respect of Infant/Minor accompanied by their parents/guardian who is a bonafide passenger having…

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What is the minimum time in which I will receive the Passport?

You can get a passport within 2-3 working days of applying for it if an annexure document declaring that no criminal case is pending against him or her is attached, Kuthati added. This e-annexure is available…

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My passport will expire on Jan 2020 can I renew now?

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Can I get an Indian passport with just a birth certificate and a caste certificate as address proof ?

Both Birth Certificate and Caste Certificate is not a valid address proof. You cannot get Passport using only these documents. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of age. List of acceptable documents as…

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Do I need a NOC for a passport if my father is a government employee?

No. You dont require an NOC. Only your father require NOC while applying for Passport. For issuance of a fresh passport, Government/Public Sector/Statutory body employees need to submit either Identity…

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My passport has an error on my birthplace. How can I change it?

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What does the message from VM-TCSPSK mean "Police has submitted Clear report for your Current Address". Please note the application category is Tatkal.

As part of the passport application, you have given your current address. Police have verified the address as part of the passport verification process and found correct. Though there will be post police…

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How much should I pay Police for a police verification of a passport?

You dont need to pay anything. It is their duty to do it. But, most of the times, it has become a custom to pay them.

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Can I get passport within a week without applying for Tatkal passport ?

Yes, you can get passport within 2-3 days without applying as Tatkal. You can get a passport within 2-3 working days of applying for it if an annexure document declaring that no criminal case is pending…

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Is a birth certificate required for the re-issue of a passport with a correction in DOB?

Any of the following documents can be used as proof of Date of Birth. Birth Certificate issued by the Registrar of Births and Deaths or the Municipal Corporation or any other prescribed authority,whosoever…

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Is it possible to change my signature in passport ?

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What is the difference between an ordinary passport, diplomatic passport, service passport, official passport and special passport ?

Ordinary Passport (Dark Blue) is issued to ordinary citizens for ordinary travel, such as for vacation, study and business trips (36 or 60 pages). It is a "Type P" passport, where P stands…

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Can I use my 10th and 12th marksheet in digilocker as verification document for fresh passport issuance?

Only the originals of documents are accepted at passport office.

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What documents are required for transportation of mortal remains to India?

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Is it possible to bury the mortal remains in foreign land particularly in Gulf countries?

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Is digilocker not acceptable for passport verification?

Digilocker is not acceptable for passport verification.Only the originals of documents are accepted at passport office.

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We are a couple with Indian passports. We have a child born to us in a foreign country. How do we get Indian citizenship for the child and an Indian passport for him/her?

In order to get Indian citizenship for a child born to Indian parent(s) in a foreign country, the birth of the child is to be registered at the nearest Indian Embassy/Consulate and thereafter (or at the…

My NRI husband has abandoned me. What should I do?

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How many countries are passport-free for India?

Not a single country is ‘passport-free’ for India. There are few countries which are visa-free but a passport is a must to enter any country in the World.

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My relative died abroad; a) What is the role of the Indian Embassy in the transportation of his/her mortal remains? b) If no one is available to arrange the transportation of mortal remains, how can the Embassy help? c) Does Indian Embassy/consulate assist in dispatch of mortal remains if we are not able to pay for the transportation cost?

For the purpose of bringing back the mortal remains of an Indian national, registration of death at the concerned Indian Mission/Post is necessary, for which normally the following documents are required:…

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What are different types of notices such as Red Notice, Yellow Notice,Blue Notice, Black Notice, Green Notice, Orange Notice, INTERPOL-United Nations Security Council Special Notice and Purple Notice?

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What are the procedures to change my name on passport ?

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I want to go to Saudi Arabia (or UAE/ Oman/ Kuwait/ Bahrain/ Qatar etc.) for work. How can I get a visa for that country?

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