Users' questions

Can I go to police station for passport verification?

Can I go to police station for passport verification?

The police verification process is usually initiated by the concerned police station after they have been notified by the passport authority. Applicants can also apply for a police verification on the Passport Seva website. Select ‘Apply for Police Clearance Certificate’. Fill the relevant details on the form.

What documents are required for police verification of passport?

Police Clearance Certificate

  • 2 recent clear photos 51mm*51mm (not older than three months, no uniform) with white background and DARK DRESS with frontal view.
  • Current original Indian Passport (Last/Valid Indian passport at the time of Registration / Naturalization etc.)

Is there any charge for police verification for passport?

A: The fee to be paid for Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is Rs.500/-.

How can I get appointment for passport verification?

Login to the Passport Seva Online Portal with the registered Login Id. Click “Apply for Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport” link. Fill in the required details in the form and submit. Click the “Pay and Schedule Appointment” link on the “View Saved/Submitted Applications” screen to schedule an appointment.

How long it takes for police verification for passport?

between 2 to 3 weeks
The police verification usually takes somewhere between 2 to 3 weeks. Why is police verification mandatory for a passport? A country’s passport is one of the most important and valuable documents.

What does SP office do in verification of passport?

Police verification has been initiated and a request has been sent to SP Office, Your passport will be dispatched after ‘Clear’ Police Verification Report receipt. Police verification has been initiated on the Post-PV basis to, Printing of your passport is in progress at the Passport office.

What happens if police verification failed for passport?

If it was rejected due to failure of police verification or improper documentation, etc. you can correct the mistake and apply again after 3 days. If you are at odds with the reason for rejection, or if the reasons are not clear, you can write to the RPO or register a grievance.

How do I contact SP office for my passport?

Please contact passport helpline no. 7715800000 or Please contact Special “G” Branch no. 022-22620347.

What happens if passport is rejected in police verification?

How long does it take for passport police verification?

The police verification usually takes somewhere between 2 to 3 weeks.

Can I get a temporary passport?

Emergency passports are only valid for up to 12 months and don’t have a chip. Because of this, there are restrictions on using them in some countries. You can apply for a full-validity passport at the same time as you apply for an emergency passport, and collect the full-validity passport when you get home.

How to apply for passport at the police station?

Know your Police Station Quick Guides Apply for passport Fill Passport form online Appointment Booking Process Submit an Application at PSK Check Application Status Tatkaal Appointment Opening Time Instructions Booklet

How to apply for a passport in India?

Apply for passport Fill Passport form online Appointment Booking Process Submit an Application at PSK Check Application Status Tatkaal Appointment Opening Time Instructions Booklet All India Network of Passport Services Forms and Affidavits

Can a passport be issued without police verification?

You cannot obtain a passport without police verification. But, if you apply under the Tatkaal scheme or submit “Pension Payment Order”, passport can be issued on Post police verification basis (i.e. police verification would be done after the issuance of passport).

Do you need police verification for Tatkaal application?

In most cases, pre-police verification would be required. An exception is made in cases pertaining to Government servants who are required to submit ‘Identity Certificate’ as per Annexure ‘A’ or ‘No Objection Certificate’ as per Annexure ‘G’ and in processing of Tatkaal application.