Passport Services

Types of Passport Services

Processing Time: Typically takes around 30–45 days, depending on the applicant's location and police verification clearance.

Eligibility: Open to all eligible Indian citizens.

Fees: Lower than tatkal and priority services; fees can vary based on applicant age and type of passport booklet requested (36 or 60 pages).

Application Process:

Submit the application form online or at the passport office.
Attend an appointment at a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Regional Passport Office (RPO) for document verification.
Police verification is conducted after the application submission.

Best For: Those who do not have urgent travel needs and can wait for standard processing times.

Processing Time: Usually 1–2 weeks, depending on verification requirements.

Eligibility: Available for those with immediate travel requirements; requires additional documentation to establish the urgency.

Fees: Higher than the normal service fee due to the expedited processing; varies by age and booklet type.

Application Process:

Submit the application with the required tatkal documentation.
Attend an appointment for verification.
Police verification may be conducted post-issuance, allowing quicker delivery of the passport.

Best For: Individuals who need to travel within a short timeframe and need their passport quickly.

Processing Time: Usually processed within 1–3 days; available only in select cases and based on approval.

Eligibility: Typically reserved for those with emergencies, like urgent medical needs, government assignments, or other verified travel emergencies.

Application Process:

Best For: Emergency situations that require immediate issuance of a passport.