How to Buy a Duplicate Passport in Delhi NC

If you have lost your passport, the process for applying for a duplicate can be similar to applying for a new one in Delhi-NCR. A police report, proof of address and an affidavit are all required as well as meeting specific photo criteria requirements. Alternatively, applying under Tatkal Scheme could speed up this process considerably.

First step when you lose your passport: report it immediately to both the local police station and Ministry of Foreign Affairs or Indian mission abroad if living overseas. Provide copies of reports submitted as well as submit documents detailing how it was lost or destroyed – this process may take up to three months, however tatkal is also available should time be critical.

After you have submitted the information necessary, fill out an online application form at Passport Seva website and submit. Be sure to double-check all information prior to submitting as it will help expedite processing time; receipts can be used to track application status through Passport Seva website – in most cases this takes between 7-1 month for standard duplicate passport production while expedited copies can take 2-4 days.