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General Passport FAQ:
Question: I have downloaded the application form for passport from the website. However in the column where specimen signatures of the applicant are required it says put the signatures also on the stickers option, which is not available on the net. What should I do in this case?
Ans: In this case, you need to put your signatures only below column 19 of the application form.
Question: Which are the services for which Application Form-1 is to be filled in?
Ans:
Issue of a Fresh Passport
Re-issue/Renewal of a Passport
Issue of replacement/duplicate Passport ( in cases of loss/damage)
Question: Which are the services for which Application Form-2 is to be filled in?
Ans:
ECNR (Note: For temporary ECR Suspension, there is a separate form.)
Change of Address
Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
Change of Name
Correction in Name
Change from Maiden to Married Name/ Inclusion of Spouse's Name
Correction of Date/ Place of Birth
Change of Photograph
Additional Booklet
Change of Photograph
Change of Signature
Extension/Reduction of Validity
Question: Where can I get Passport application forms?
Ans: You can purchase Passport application forms from the Regional Passport Offices, between 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. (Check time in your area). (Application Form-1 costs Rs. 10/- and Form-2 costs Rs. 5/-).
In addition, they are also sold at Speed Post Passport Service Centers.
Question: Can I submit my forms through Speed Post Centers?
Ans: You can submit your passport applications at designated Speed Post Centers for issue of first time passports.
Question: Can I submit my forms through District Passport Cells?
Ans: Yes, you can submit your passport application for issue of first time passport in District Passport Cells.
Question: Can I apply for change of address, inclusion of spouse name, and separation of surname in one Application Form-2, or do I need to apply in three separate application forms?
Ans: One form is sufficient, as all the services can be incorporated in the same form. However, you need to clearly mention the services required.
