Which ministry is responsible for passport in India?
The Ministry of External Affairs
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is responsible for issuance of Passports to Indian Citizens through a network of 36 Passport offices across the Country and 190 Indian Missions and Posts abroad.
Where can I escalate for a passport issue?
Ministry of External Affairs.
How can I raise my passport grievance?
You can lodge a grievance with the Call Centre at 1800-258-1800. A grievance can also be lodged on the website www.passportindia.gov.in or by visiting helpdesk at your nearest Passport Seva Kendra.
Who is the passport authority?
The Department of State
The Department of State issues U.S. passports to traveling U.S. citizens. We protect the integrity of the U.S. passport as proof of U.S. citizenship at home and around the world. Passport Services consists of: 26 regional passport agencies and centers open to the public.
What is meant by escalated to RPO?
the file has been escalated to RPO for further process. Police verification has already been initiated. pl contact RPO Mumbai once you are done with the police verification.
Do passports really take 4 6 weeks?
There is no way to get a new passport without applying in person. She can schedule an appointment online at an application acceptance facility. Routine processing takes 4-6 weeks under normal circumstances. There is an additional fee to expedite the passport.
How do I know my Indian passport issuing authority?
To find the issuing authority open your passport and very first page or inner side of the passport cover you will find the Seal of Government of your country and beside that seal you can see a stamp of signature and a stamp of the officer name, who is issuing you the passport with his designation as Passport Officer …
Which is the official website for Passport Seva in India?
The official website of the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, for applying Passport services is www.passportindia.gov.in. Alternatively, applicants may also use the official mobile App mPassport Seva which can be downloaded from Android and iOS application stores.
Where can I get passport services in India?
The passport services are provided throught the CPO and its network of Passport Offices; Passport Seva Kendras (PSKs); and Post Office Passport Seva Kendras (POPSKs). Consular, Visa and Passport services to overseas Indians/ Foreign nationals are provided through the Indian Missions and Posts abroad.
How to get passport surrender certificate in India?
To apply for issue of a Surrender Certificate in India, please visit the Passport Seva Portal at www.passportindia.gov.in. Certificate of Identity is issued to stateless persons residing in India. Such persons may apply for Certificate of Identity at the Passport Office within whose jurisdiction they are currently residing.
How to apply for passport at PSK in India?
Submit an Application at PSK Check Application Status Tatkaal Appointment Opening Time Instructions Booklet All India Network of Passport Services Forms and Affidavits Download e-Form