Can I visit any Passport Seva Kendra?
Applicants can now choose any Regional Passport Office (RPO) of their choice and send in their applications to the desired Passport Seva Kendra (PSK)/ Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK) under that RPO. This is irrespective of an individual’s permanent residential address.
What is the difference between passport Office and Passport Seva Kendra?
Passport Seva Kendras and Post Office Passport Seva Kendras are extended arms of Passport Offices and render front-end services related to passport issuance. These Kendras cover functionalities from token issuance to granting of application for passport issue/re-issue and other services.
What is RPO in passport process?
Applicants who wish to meet Regional Passport Officer (RPO) for appointment and passport (applicable only in case of medical/death emergency supported by documents) are requested to contact RPO directly.
Is 10th Marksheet required for passport?
School leaving/Matriculation/ Transfer Certificate – The applicant can use either the college/university transfer certificate, school leaving certificate or the matriculation certificate to fulfil the requirement for proof of D.O.B. provided the certificate contains the D.O.B. of the applicant.
Where is the passport office located in Kolkata?
Passport Office, Kolkata started functioning from June 1955. It is located at 4,Brabourne Road, Kolkata-700001 since its inception.
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.
Which is the best way to apply for passport in India?
All India Network of Passport Services Forms and Affidavits Download e-Form Applicants using eForm, download soft copy of the eForm, fill the same off-line and then must upload it back. The printed copy of the eForm will not be accepted at PSK/RPO.
Which is the toll free number for passport in Jammu and Kashmir?
For any information and suggestions on Passport services, please call at 1800-258-1800 (Toll Free No) We are temporarily facing connectivity issues at toll-free number 1800-258-1800 in Jammu & Kashmir and the North East States.