Passport Update: Whether it’s traveling abroad, studying at a foreign university, or settling in another country, a passport is required for all of these purposes. It’s a government document that proves your identity and citizenship. A visa, on the other hand, is a letter issued by a country’s government, granting you permission to enter, live, or work in that country.
Whether you’ve moved cities or simply moved residences within the same area, you should update your passport address. Failing to update your passport address after moving could lead to problems with police verification or visa applications. You’ll also face difficulties with embassy or consulate verification during international travel. This process can be done both online and offline. You’ll simply need to visit a Passport Seva Kendra for document verification.
Online process to update address in passport
Go to www.passportindia.gov.in .
Click on New User Registration to create a new account and login.
Select Apply for Fresh Passport / Reissue of Passport or click on ‘ Reissue’ option and select ‘ Change in Existing Personal Particulars’ .
Now enter the new address which is mentioned on your address proof.
Upload a copy of your new address proof like Aadhar card, electricity bill.
Pay the fee online. The fee is Rs 1,500 for a 36-page passport and Rs 2,000 for a 60-page passport.
Then book an appointment at Passport Seva Kendra or Post Office Passport Seva Kendra.
On the day of appointment , carry the receipt, original passport, self-attested copy of new address proof and 2 photographs .
If you have changed to a new city, police verification may be required.
Required documents
To update address in passport: Aadhaar card, Voter ID, electricity, water or telephone bill (not older than 3 months), rent agreement, bank statement (of last 12 months), gas connection bill, life partner’s passport (if applicant’s name is written in it).
Police Verification
Police verification is required to obtain a passport. Without it, your passport will not be issued. The passport office shares your application information with the local police station. Police officers then visit your provided address to verify the required documents. Your passport is delivered to your address within 3 to 7 days of verification.