Re-issue of Passport in lieu of lost or damaged passport - Minors below 18 years

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Follow the below steps in order to apply

1. Create an account (Register yourself) on Alankit Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) website. Click Here to register.
2. Fill the Govt of India's Online Passport Application Form, by following these steps:
   1. Register through the Global Passport Seva Online Portal. (Choose your country of residence, complete the required information and click on "Register" link. Click Here to visit the Global Passport Seva Online Portal.
   2. Login to the Global Passport Seva Online Portal with the Login ID created in the previous step.
   3. Select "Type of Service"
   4. Fill in the required details in the application form and submit.
   5. Click the "Print Application Form" link to print the application details containing Application Reference Number (ARN) and other details.
3. Book your appointment online at Alankit Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) website. You can choose a convenient date and time to visit the Alankit ICAC for your application submission. Click Here to book your appointment online.  
4. Ensure that you have your passport, photographs and all other supporting documents, exactly as per the "Documents Checklist" section. 
5. Visit the Alankit ICAC, as per your jurisdiction. The address and location of the ICAC will be clearly mentioned in the appointment letter. 
6. Kindly ensure you reach the ICAC 15 minutes prior to your appointment time. 
7. Submit your application and deposit your fees at Alankit ICAC. You can check the fee for this application under the "Fee Details" section. 
8. Enroll for Biometrics at Alankit ICAC (if required)
9. Your application submission process is now complete! You can avail our Courier service to get your passport delivered to your doorstep!
10. While your application is in process, you can track your application to know the current stage of your application process. Click Here to track your application online. 

How to apply at a glance

1 Register on our Website

2 Read our application instructions carefully, and complete the Government of India’s online form as guided.

3 Schedule Appointment

4 Visit Alankit ICAC at your scheduled date & time.

5 Submit Application & deposit Fees.

6 You can Track your Application Status on our website.

7 Collect your processed document(s) or have it delivered to your doorstep.

Document Checklist

1. You need to complete the online passport application form by registering through the Government of India’s official portal. Click here for application form.
2. Please download, print, and sign the application on the first and last pages.
3. Ensure all details are correctly filled in the form, as handwritten corrections are not allowed.
4. You are required to provide two recent passport-sized photographs (2 inch x 2 inch), taken within the last six months, as per official specifications.
5. Kindly submit a duly filled and signed Personal Particular Form. Click here.
6. You must provide valid proof of your child’s current visa status in Australia (e.g., VEVO, Visa Grant Notice, or visa sticker).
7. If your child is on a bridging visa, please include both a VEVO (not older than 30 days) and the Visa Grant Notice showing the visa category.
8. Please provide your child’s Indian address in the application form, as it is needed for police verification.
9. Kindly ensure your contact number (mobile and landline) is correctly mentioned to help with further communication if needed.
10. Both parents or legal guardians are kindly requested to accompany the minor for in-person submission.
11. You will need to provide a declaration of consent signed by both parents for the passport to be issued.
12. Please include a copy of your child’s birth certificate that clearly mentions both parents' names.
13. Kindly submit copies of the passports (first and last pages) and valid visa status of both parents.
14. If the passport was lost or damaged, you are required to submit Form V attested by a Notary (NSW residents must use a Notary only).
15. Please provide a police report or FIR mentioning your child’s full name, date, and place of loss. (Event numbers alone are not sufficient).
16. If available, attach copies of the front and back pages of the damaged or lost passport.
17. Kindly include two reference letters from Indian nationals residing in Australia, along with self-attested copies of their Indian passports (both front and back pages).
18. You may be asked to provide additional documents to confirm your child’s name, date of birth, and place of birth.
19. Kindly make the fee payment using EFTPOS, MasterCard, Visa Card (issued in Australia), cash, money order, or postal order payable to the authorised centre as specified by the Alankit. (Personal and company cheques are not accepted).
20. Please schedule an appointment in advance and visit the nearest Alankit ICAC Centre in person with your child and both parents. You are advised to arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment.

Fees Details

FAQ's for Passport Services

1. When is a reissue of passport required for a minor?
• A reissue is required if your child’s Indian passport has been lost or damaged. In such cases, a new passport must be applied for through the standard reissue process.
2. Can an emergency or short-validity passport be issued instead?
• No, as per ICAO regulations, only machine-readable printed passports are accepted for international travel. Emergency or short-validity handwritten passports are no longer issued.
3. What happens in case of an emergency like a family member’s death?
• In cases of extreme emergency, such as the serious illness or death of an immediate family member, a one-way Emergency Certificate may be issued for urgent travel to India. A new passport must then be obtained from the Passport Issuing Authority in India for further travel.
4. Do both parents need to be present during submission?
• Yes, both parents or legal guardians are required to accompany the minor during the in-person submission at the Alankit ICAC Centre.
5. Is a consent letter from parents necessary?
• Yes, you must provide a declaration of consent signed by both parents to proceed with the passport reissue.
6. What visa documents are required for a minor?
• You are required to provide valid proof of your child’s current visa status in Australia (e.g., VEVO, Visa Grant Notice, or visa sticker). If your child is on a bridging visa, include both VEVO (not older than 30 days) and the Visa Grant Notice.
7. Do I need to mention an Indian address in the application?
• Yes, an Indian address is required in the application form for police verification purposes.
8. Is an appointment necessary for document submission?
• Yes, you must schedule an appointment in advance and visit the nearest Alankit ICAC Centre in person. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment time.
9. Where can I access the application form and personal particular form?
• You can register and access both forms through the Government of India’s official passport portal. Ensure you download, print, and sign them as instructed.