How to Change the Address in the Passport

A passport is a key document while travelling outside India. It is also used as proof of identity and address during various legal and administrative proceedings. It is also essential to change the address in your passport if you have moved to a new address. You can only change your address in the existing passport by applying for a re-issue through the Passport Seva portal. This guide will help you understand the simple process to change your passport address easily.

Simple Step-by-Step Passport Address Change Process

1. Log in to Passport Seva Portal:

• Visit www.passportindia.gov.in and log in with your registered ID or create a new account.
• Then choose the option "Apply for Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport."

2. Complete the Re-issue Application:

• Choose "Re-issue" and select "Change in Existing Personal Particulars," specifying "Address Change."
• Enter your new address in the online form.
• Also, check that other personal details (e.g., name, date of birth) are correct.

3. Upload Documents:

• Upload scanned copies of the required documents (listed below) to authenticate the address change.
• All documents should be in PDF format (10 KB- 300 KB) and clear.

4. Complete the Payment to Schedule an Appointment:

• Pay the passport re-issue fee (₹1,500 for a 36-page passport; ₹2,000 for a 60-page passport).
• Book an appointment at the nearest Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Regional Passport Office (RPO).

5. Visit the PSK:

• Bring all the required original documents and self-attested photocopies.
• Submit biometrics (photograph, fingerprints) and complete the document verification.

6. Police Verification (if applicable):

• If you are changing address across cities or states then you might require a police verification too.

7. Track and Receive Passport:

• Use your application reference number (ARN) to monitor your application status on the Passport Seva portal.
• Your re-issued passport will be dispatched within 10-15 days.

Documents for Changing Address in Passport

Provide the following documents to update the address in your Indian passport:

• Original old passport
• Printout of online application form
• Payment receipt copy
• Self-attested copies of:
  • First two and last two pages of the passport
  • ECR/Non-ECR page
  • Observation page, if any, by Passport Authority
  • Validity extension page, if applicable, for short validity passports
• Current address proof (any one of):
  • Aadhaar card
  • Voter ID card
  • Electricity or water bill
  • Gas connection proof
  • Telephone bill (landline/mobile)
  • Registered rent agreement
  • Income Tax Assessment Order
  • Spouse’s passport copy (first and last page, with matching address)
  • Employer certificate on company letterhead (reputed companies only)
  • Bank passbook with photo (from Scheduled Public/Private Sector Banks or Regional Rural Banks)

Additional Documents for Specific Cases

• Minors: Annexure 'H'
• Government/PSU/Statutory Body Employees: Annexure 'H'
• Retired Government Officials: Pension Payment Order or Annexure 'H'

Find the complete list of required documents for an Indian passport by clicking here.

Fees for Changing Address in Passport

The following is the fee the passport holder is required to pay for updating the address in an Indian passport:

Notes:

• Normal fees are lower but involve standard processing times (30-45 days).
• Tatkal fees include an additional INR 2,000 for faster processing (1-7 days).