If you’ve recently moved to a new home—whether within the same city or to a different state—it’s important to update your address in your passport.
This requires applying for a re-issue of your passport, not a simple renewal.
A re-issued passport will show your current address, helping you avoid issues when using it as proof of identity or address.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to make the process easier.
Step 1: Start Your Application
Visit the official passport services portal
and log in. If you don’t have an account, create one.
Choose “Apply for Re-issue of Passport.”
Select the reason as “Change in Existing Personal Particulars.”
Enter your new address carefully—it must match the address on your supporting proof document.
You can fill the application online or download the PDF, fill it manually, and upload it back.
Upload a scanned copy of a valid address proof.
Accepted proofs include:
Aadhaar card
Recent utility bills
Voter ID
Registered rental agreement
Bank statement
Once the documents are uploaded, pay the standard re-issue fee and schedule an appointment at your nearest Passport Seva Kendra or post-office passport centre.
Step 2: Appointment, Verification, and Passport Delivery
On the day of your appointment, carry:
Original passport and self-attested copies of the first and last pages
Application receipt
Address proof
Passport-size photos (if required)
At the centre, your biometrics (photo and fingerprints) will be recorded, and your documents will be verified.
If you’ve moved to a different city or state, you will also undergo police verification to confirm your new address.
Once approved, the updated passport will be printed and sent to your registered address, usually via speed post.
Tips and Common Guidelines
Make sure the address on your proof matches exactly with the one on the passport application. Mismatches can cause delays.
Double-check spelling, pin code, and consistency across all documents.
Ensure your Aadhaar or primary proof already reflects the updated address.
Keep copies of all uploaded documents and track your application status online.
Updating your passport may seem like a small step, but it’s crucial for smooth travel, visa applications, KYC checks, and other official processes.
Make sure your address is current to avoid unnecessary complications.
