How do I know if my passport is too damaged?
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How do I know if my passport is too damaged?
Your passport is probably considered damaged if:
- it has water damage.
- the passport cover is ripped or torn or the coating is peeling away.
- the personal data page has damage like a rip, tear or hole.
- if you passport has markings on the personal data page that are not official.
- or if a visa page is missing or torn out.
What should I do if my Indian passport is damaged?
A: Loss of passport should be immediately reported to Indian Mission and the Police Station. You need to contact the respective Indian Mission/Post. Generally, an Emergency Certificate (EC) is issued for returning to India after verification of Indian nationality/origin/particulars.
What happens if I damage my passport?
If you have determined your passport is, in fact, damaged, it will have to be replaced. Although you might be used to renewing your passport by mail, in the case of a damaged passport, you have to apply for a new passport in person at a Passport Acceptance Facility or at a passport agency.
Can I renew my passport if it is damaged?
You must apply in person to replace a damaged passport at an acceptance facility or at a passport agency. You will need the following: The damaged U.S. passport. Form DS-11 (Application for U.S. passport)
How long does a damaged passport take to replace?
However, Rapid Passports gives you the option to replace a damaged passport in just one week, without any hassle. You will need to pay £180 for the service, which takes only 6 business days to deliver your passport, from the time of the submission of your documents to the British passport office.
How long does it take to reissue a damaged passport?
How long does it take to reissue an Indian passport? Normally the entire application process for reissue of passport takes around 15 days. However, if the application is filled in tatkal mode the entire process takes around 7-10 days.
How much is a damaged passport replacement?
Replace online It costs £75.50. You’ll need: a digital photo. a credit or debit card.
What if my Indian passport gets wet?
You have to apply for re issue of passport.
What happens if my passport is damaged in India?
India classes passport damage into two classes: damaged, and damaged beyond recognition (which means that your personal information page is damaged or unreadable). Because this is only “damaged” you can get expedited service to have it replaced. The linked FAQ covers this situation:
Can I apply for Tatkaal if my passport has been damaged?
In case your passport has not been damaged beyond recognition, i.e. passport number is legible, name is legible and photo is intact, then you can apply for re-issue of passport under the Tatkaal scheme. But, if passport has been damaged beyond recognition, then you cannot apply under the Tatkaal scheme.
What should I do if I Lose my Passport?
Loss of passport should be immediately reported to the nearest Police Station and to the Passport Office (PO) or Indian Mission, if abroad. Also apply for “Re-issue” of passport at your nearest Passport Seva Kendra (PSK)/ Post Office Passport Seva Kendra and submit the required documents along with your passport application form.