Passport Renewal

If you plan on traveling abroad, a passport is a mandatory document you need to carry. But you need not apply for a passport only when you plan on travelling, anyone can get a passport at any time provided they produce the necessary documentation and details. A passport doesn’t guarantee entry into any country but is a required document to go abroad.

How To Do Passport Renewal India?

For applicants who wish to apply online, make the payment and book an appointment, there are 5 major steps to completing this process.

Registering Online

You need to register for the passport renewal online on the Passport Seva website.
If you already have registered on the website, you can login using the link “Existing User? Login”.
If you are new to the website, click on “New User? Register Now”.
Select the passport office closest to you based on your current address.
To register, you will need to provide your basic details that include your name and date of birth.
Create a login ID and password, set a hint question and register.
You will then receive an email to the address you provided.
Activate your account using the link in the email.
Once you have logged in to your passport account, click on “Apply for Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport”

Filling in the Application

There are two options for filling the form available.
Download a PDF form and fill it up offline
Fill in the form available online
You need to fill in your current address.
Update your details in case you need to change your spouse details or any other details.
You need to provide two local references. Provide their full name, phone number and address. If police verification is required, these people will be contacted. For online forms, you can click on submit to complete the application.
If you are using the PDF form, note that when you enter your city or village, you must hit validate and save the form. You then need to upload this document to the same page where you downloaded it from. The details will automatically be entered in the online form. Verify all your details as you can’t change it after this step. The only option will be to change it at the passport office. You can then submit your application.

Payment

For passport renewal application, there is no payment required.

Booking a slot

You can click on “Schedule Appointment”.
Select an available slot which is convenient for you. You may also be given the option to choose which passport office you’d prefer to visit.
Once you have confirmed your preferred slot, your appointment will be scheduled.

Visiting the Passport Office

You can go to the passport office you chose about 15 minutes before your slot. There’s no need to go too early as the slots are generally on time. Do not hesitate to ask for help from anyone. You will be allotted a group number, ensure you find out this number. It should be mentioned on your form. When your number is called, you can go with your group to the next room and start your application process. If you sign up for SMS service, you will receive updates on your passport status. Once you have successfully completed the process and submitted all required documents, the validity will be changed on the passport. The same booklet will be returned to you.

Documents Required For Passport Renewal Online

The Passport Seva Kendra website has a Document Advisor for renewal of passport. You need to select your details for renewing and a list of documents required will be generated. You must ensure you carry a copy of your online application. This document is mandatory for online passport application. You will need to carry the following documents:

Original old Passport.
Self-attested copy of the first two and last two pages.
Self-attested copy of the ECR/Non-ECR page.
Self-attested copy of the page of observation, if any, made by Passport Issuing Authority.
Self-attested copy of the validity extension page, if any, in respect of short validity passport.
Proof of documents which eliminate the cause of issuance of Short Validity Passport (SVP)

Purpose Of Renewal Of Short Validity Passport (SVP)

Short Validity Passports (SVP) are issued in certain cases such as the following:
Students appearing for exams like SAT, TOEFL, et cetera
Indians residing abroad who wish to travel to India
Non-delivery of passport due to the loss in transit
Applicant has a criminal case is pending in a court

Difference Between Renewal And Re-Issue

Renewal – Renewal of your passport is in the event that you have a passport that was issued for a short validity that could be from 1 to 5 years, and you now need to extend the validity of the passport up to the full 10 years. Under renewal, you need to carry your old passport. The number will remain the same, only the validity will be changed. The same old passport will be returned to you as the renewed passport.
Re-issue – There is much confusion about the two terms when it comes to passports. To make it simple, a reissue of passport is when you need a completely new passport. You will receive a new booklet and a new passport number. Re-issue is commonly mistaken for renewal even at the passport offices. Passports are re-issued under the following circumstances: