NRI Passport Renewal in India: A Comprehensive Step-by-Step Guide
Posted on: 06/Jul/2024 10:19:21 AM
Steps to Reissue Your Passport
1. Online Application
Website:
Visit the Passport Seva website: https://passportindia.gov.in.
Form:
Fill out the online application form, ensuring that your permanent address (e.g., in Mumbai) is listed as your current address if you are staying there at the time of application.
Appointment:
Book an appointment at the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) through the same website.
Documentation:
The website will provide a list of documents required for the appointment.
2. PSK Appointment
- Attend the appointment at the PSK.
- Submit your documents and complete the necessary procedures.
- Passport will be issued on a post police verification basis. You should receive the new passport within 3 days via post.
Police Verification Process
1. Current and Permanent Address Verification
Beat Constable Visit:
The constable will visit your home for current address verification, and you will need to visit the police station for document verification.
Challenges:
If the constable is not familiar with NRI verification procedures, there may be misunderstandings.
2. Handling Issues
Negative Recommendation:
If the constable provides a negative recommendation, you will need to visit the main police station.
Main Police Station:
The officer will verify your documents and confirm your situation. If there is still a negative recommendation, you will need to visit the Regional Passport Office (RPO).
3. Regional Passport Office (RPO)
- Book an appointment at the RPO if the issue is not resolved at the police station.
- The RPO will review your case. If the verification is still adverse, you may need to provide additional documentation and an explanation.
Conclusion
Even if there are hurdles during the police verification process, such as misunderstandings about NRI residency requirements, the RPO is usually familiar with these issues and can resolve them. Once the verification process is complete, you will receive confirmation, often via SMS.
This guide aims to simplify the passport reissue process for NRIs in India, ensuring you have all the necessary information to successfully obtain your new passport.
