Indian Passport Services
An Indian passport is an essential travel document issued by the Ministry of External Affairs to Indian citizens for international travel. It serves as proof of Indian citizenship and is mandatory for traveling abroad.
With our expert guidance, you can easily navigate through the passport application process, whether it's for fresh application, renewal, or any other passport-related services.
Types of Indian Passports
Regular Passport (Blue)
Issued to ordinary citizens for personal travel, business trips, or employment abroad. Available in 36 and 60 pages.
Official Passport (White)
Issued to individuals representing the Indian government on official business. Includes government officials and diplomats.
Diplomatic Passport (Maroon)
Issued to Indian diplomats, top government officials, and their dependents for international travel.
e-Passport
New generation passport with embedded electronic chip containing biometric information for enhanced security.
Documents Required for Passport
Essential Documents
Address Proof
Additional Documents
Important Note
All documents must be self-attested. For minors, documents of both parents are required along with birth certificate.
Passport Application Process
Online Registration
Register on the Passport Seva website and fill the application form with accurate personal details.
Document Verification
Our experts verify all your documents to ensure they meet passport office requirements.
Appointment Booking
We book your appointment at the nearest Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK).
Visit PSK/POPSK
Visit the appointment center with original documents for verification and biometric data collection.
Police Verification
Police verification is conducted at your residential address (may be pre or post passport issuance).
Passport Dispatch
Once approved, your passport is printed and dispatched to your registered address via India Post.
Passport Renewal Process
Normal Renewal
When your passport is about to expire or has expired within 3 years. Required documents:
- Old passport
- Address proof (if changed)
- Self-declaration form
Re-issue of Passport
When passport is lost, damaged, or exhausted pages. Required documents:
- FIR copy (if lost)
- Old passport (if available)
- Additional documents as required
Tatkal Scheme
For urgent passport requirements, Tatkal scheme provides faster processing within 1-3 days with additional fees and specific document requirements.
Passport Fees & Processing Timeline
Fresh Passport (36 Pages)
Normal (30-45 days)
Tatkal (1-3 days)
Passport Renewal (36 Pages)
Normal (30-45 days)
Tatkal (1-3 days)
Jumbo Passport (60 Pages)
Additional fee
Frequently Asked Questions
Normal processing takes 30-45 days, while Tatkal processing takes 1-3 days from the date of application submission, excluding police verification time.
Police verification is a background check conducted by local police to verify your address and personal details. It can be pre-passport (before issuance) or post-passport (after issuance).
In some cases, police verification may be waived for government employees, minors, or if you're renewing your passport with the same address. However, most applicants require police verification.
For adults (18+ years): 10 years from date of issue. For minors (below 18 years): 5 years or until they turn 18, whichever is earlier.
Yes, you can track your passport application status online through the Passport Seva website using your file number or through SMS alerts.
For minors, you need birth certificate, school ID, address proof of parents, photographs of both parents, and their passports if available. Both parents must be present during application.
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