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

  • 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."

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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).

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

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

  • 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.

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)

  • 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.

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

Age of Applicant Validity Normal Fee Tatkal Fee
Below 15 years Any validity allowed for their age INR 1,000 INR 3,000
15-18 years 5 years or until age 18 INR 1,000 INR 3,000
15-18 years 10 years (36 pages) INR 1,500 INR 3,500
15-18 years 10 years (60 pages) INR 2,000 INR 4,000
18 years and above 10 years (36 pages) INR 1,500 INR 3,500
18 years and above 10 years (60 pages) INR 2,000 INR 4,000

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).


FAQs

No, you cannot update your address in your current passport. To change the password in your passport you must apply for a re-issue of your passport. It can be done online through the Passport Seva portal.

You might be subjected to complete a police verification if you’re changing your address to a different city or state.

It typically takes from 10-15 working days to change your passport address. Tatkal service has a low time requirement of 1 to 7 days, but you have to pay extra for that.

To update your passport, you are required to provide your original old passport, online application printout, payment receipt, self-attested passport page copies (first/last, ECR/Non-ECR, observation, validity extension), and one address proof (e.g., Aadhaar, Voter ID, utility bill). Minors and specific categories may need Annexure 'H' or Pension Payment Order

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