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Regional Passport Office

The Regional Passport Office is a government office for passport services. It helps people in its area apply for new passports. You can also renew your old passport here. The staff checks your documents, like ID and address proof. They ensure that all your papers are accurate. You must submit your application and pay the fees. The office then processes your request. It works to give you your passport quickly and safely. This office is particularly important for individuals who wish to travel abroad.

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Passport Seva Kendra Grievances Cell

Public Grievances Officer	Shri Bal Krishan
Official Address	PSP Division, Ministry of External Affairs, Room No. 24, Patiala House, Tilak Marg, New Delhi - 110001
Tel. No.	91 11 23384497 91 11 23384519
Fax	91 11 23384461
E-mail	passport.pg@mea.gov.in

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How can I apply for a passport

Online Form	Go to the Passport Seva website. Fill out the online application form carefully. Select "Fresh Passport" and choose Normal or Tatkal service.
Book a Slot	After filling out the form, pay the application fee online. Then, book an appointment at your nearest Passport Seva Kendra (PSK).
Document	Prepare your original documents. You need proof of address, date of birth, and identity. Carry self-attested copies with you.
Visit PSK	On your appointment date, visit the PSK. Submit your documents and provide your fingerprints and photo. The officer will verify your details.
Police Check	After your visit, police verification will start. For Tatkal, it may happen after issuance. Once cleared, your passport will be printed and mailed to you.

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What documents are needed for a passport

Proof of Date of Birth	Birth Certificate, PAN Card, 10th Class Marksheet, Aadhaar Card.
Proof of Address	Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Utility Bill (electricity/water), Bank Statement.
Identity Proof	Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving License.
Application Copies	The online application receipt and your appointment confirmation slip.
Extra for Minors	Parents' passport copies, birth certificate, and a declaration form.

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Passport Annexure and Affidavit

Purpose	Annexure
Identity Certificate	"A"
Declaration of Parent (One Parent)	"C"
Declaration of Parent (Both Parents)	"D"
Lost/Damaged Passport	"F"
No Objection Certificate	"G"
Instead of a Marriage Certificate	"J"

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What are the passport fees

Step	Service Type	Fee (in Rupees)
Fresh Passport	Normal Application Tatkal (Urgent)	1500 3500
Child Passport	Normal Application	1500
Re-issue Passport	Normal Application (after 10 years) Tatkal (Urgent)	1500 3500
Lost & Damage	Normal Application	3000
PCC Certificate	PCC Application	500

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How can I check my application status

Step	Action to Take
Find Your Number	Find your 15-digit file number. It is on the receipt you got after your Passport Seva Kendra appointment.
Visit Website	Go to the official Passport Seva website. Look for the "Track Your Application Status" link.
Enter Details	On the tracking page, enter your 15-digit file number. Type your date of birth in the box.
Check Status	Click the "Track Status" button. Your current application stage will appear on the screen.
Understand Status	Read the status message. It will say if your application is under review, with the police, or printed and dispatched.

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How long does it take to get a passport

Passport Type	Days
Normal	30 - 45
Renewal	20 - 25
Tatkaal	7  - 10
Minor	15  - 25
Lost or Damaged	35 - 45
Police Certificate (PCC)	15 - 20

 

How to renew a passport in India

Check Eligibility	You can renew if your passport:
	Is about to expire or has expired, has less than 3 years of validity left, and has exhausted its visa pages.
Online Form & Pay Fee	Apply for a Fresh Passport/Re-issue of a Passport, and the fee to pay for a 36-page passport is 1,500.
Schedule Appointment	• Book an appointment at your chosen Passport Seva Kendra (PSK)
Prepare Documents	• Current/Original Passport, Address Proof, Date of Birth Proof, and Printed Application Receipt
Visit PSK/POPSK	• Carry all the original documents and their photocopies before your scheduled time.
Police Verification	• Process: If required, a police verification will be initiated at your registered address.
Receive Your Passport	• You will receive an SMS with the tracking number.

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What is the police verification process

Step	What Happens in Police Verification
Initiation	After your appointment at the passport office, they send your details to your local police station.
Notification	A police officer from your area receives the task. They may call you to schedule a visit to your home.
Home Visit	The officer visits your given address. They verify that you live there and ask questions about your details.
Report Making	The officer checks your background and submits a report to their superiors. This report is then sent to the passport office.
Final Step	The passport office reviews the police report. If it is clear, your passport application is approved, and the passport is printed.

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Passport Application is Under Review

Step	What "Under Review" Means
Initial Check	Your application and documents are being checked by the passport office.
No Mistakes	The officers are verifying that your form has no errors.
Police Verification	In most cases, your file is sent for police verification.
Waiting Period	This is a normal processing stage. You need to wait.
Final Decision	After the review is complete, a decision is made.

Application Under Review

 

Passport  Related Complaint

1. Correction of date of birth and other passport details.

2. Official passport document resubmission at RPO.

3. Pending police verification or re-verification.

4. Close the previous file number or passport application.

5. Request for passport data correction.

6. Lost your passport? What to do at RPO.

7. Application is on hold for review of documents.

8. Recover my passport login ID and password

9. The airport authority rejected or seized my passport.

10. The delay in issuing passports at RPO.

11. Resubmit your passport photo problems.

12. A passport is under review at the Regional Passport Office.

13. Applying for the wrong jurisdiction.

14. Request to redispatch your printed passport.

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