Passport Office Chennai

Do you want to apply for passport in Chennai? The passport application process in Chennai is online and can be done through the Passportseva portal. However, once visit to the Passport office in Chennai or passport seva Kendra in Chennai is mandatory for document verification. Let’s have a look – at how to apply for passport in Chennai, the documents required for passport application, passport application fees, address and timing of the passport office Chennai.

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An Indian passport is a document that serves as official proof of a person’s identity and citizenship. It allows individuals to travel abroad and serves as a crucial form of identification while outside of their home country. In India, passports are issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) through its network of passport offices, Passport Seva Kendra (PSK), and Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK), located across the country.

PSK and POPSK function under their respective regional passport offices. They cater to citizens of India by providing services like passport issuance, and renewal. They provide passport related services under two schemes: normal and tatkal services.

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Types of passport office in Chennai

In Chennai, you can access various passport-related services through different types of passport offices. These include:

1. Regional Passport Office (RPO)
2. Passport Seva Kendra (PSK)
3. Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK)

Passport Office Chennai

Category	Details
Address	Royala Towers No. 2 and 3, IV Floor, Old No. 785, New No. 158, Anna Salai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu-600002
Contact
Tel. No.	044-28518848
Fax No.	044-28513637
Email	[email protected]

Passport Seva Kendras (PSKs) in Chennai

Here are the passports Seva Kendras in Chennai:

PSK Location	Address	Contact
PSK Aminjikarai	Navins Presidium, No. 103, Nelson Manickam Road, Aminjikarai, Chennai	044-28513640, [email protected]
PSK Saligramam	No. 1, Bhanumathi Ramakrishna	–
PSK Tambaram	Claret Complex, Duraisamy Reddy Street, Tambaram, Chennai	044-28513640, [email protected]
Post Office PSK Chennai GPO	Head Post Office, 1/10, Rajaji Salai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu – 600001	044 2526 0600

Documents Required for Fresh Passport

For fresh passport application under any category, the mandatory documents required for verification are as:
1. Proof of Address
2. Proof of Age
As per the category of applicant, the additional documents required for documents verification are as:

Minor
If applicant is below 18 years of age.
1. Proof Of Present Address
2. Proof Of Date of Birth
3. A declaration affirming the details filled in the application form about the minor as per Annexure D

Note:
1. For minor applicants, document of present address proof in the name of parent can be submitted.
2. If parents have their passports issued, they should carry their passports at PSK or POPSK.
3. Parents should attest their child’s documents

Adult
If applicant is above 18 and below 65 yrs. of age (except J&K residents)
1. Proof Of Present Address
2. Proof Of Date of Birth
3. Non- ECR category document proof (if applicant eligible)

Senior Citizen
If applicant is above 65 yrs. of age (except J&K residents)
1. Proof Of Present Address
2. Proof Of Date of Birth

Acceptable documents proofs as per category are given to submit while document verification at PSK or POPSK

Proof of Present Address
For Proof of address, you can submit following documents:

1. Photo Passbook of running bank account in any Indian scheduled public sector bank, private sector bank and regional rural banks
2. Water bill
3. Election Photo ID card
4. Landline or Post-paid mobile bill
5. Proof of Gas Connection
6. Election commission Photo ID card
7. Spouse’s passport copy (First and last page of the passport that includes the details of the family and mentions applicants name as the spouse of the passport holder)
8. Certificate from Employer of reputed companies on letter head
9. Income Tax Assessment Order
10. Aadhaar card
11. Electricity Bill
12. Rent agreement

Proof of Age (Date of Birth)

For Proof of Age or Date of Birth, you can submit following documents:
1. School leaving/Matriculation Certificate (SSC/10 class) issued by the school last attended/recognised educational board
2. Driving Licence
3. PAN Card
4. Election commission Photo ID card
5. Aadhaar card or E-Aadhaar
6. Birth certificate issued by the Municipal Corporation, the Registrar of Births and Deaths, or by any other designated authority authorised by the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969.
7. Declaration given by the Head of the Orphanage/Child Care Home on the official letterhead confirming the date of birth of the applicant.
8. Policy Bond issued by the Public Life Insurance Corporations/Companies which contains the date of birth of the holder.
9. Extract of the service record of the applicant (in case of government servants) or Pay Pension Order (retired government servants) that is duly attested/certified by the officer/in-charge of the Administration of the concerned Ministry/Department of the applicant.

Passport fees in India

The following tables present passport fees. It also covers normal and tatkal passport fees for both fresh and tatkal passport applications.

New Passport application fees for Adult

Age group	No of pages	Total Fees
		Normal	Tatkal
18 years and above	36	Rs. 1500/	Rs. 3500/
	60	Rs. 2000/	Rs. 4000/

Passport application fees for Minor

Age group	Validity	Total Fees
		Normal	Tatkal
Less than 15 years	5 years or till 18 years	Rs.1000/-	Rs. 3000/-
Between 15 to 18 years	10 years	Rs. 1500/	Rs. 3500/-
	5 years or till 18 years	Rs.1000/-	Rs. 3000/-

How to Apply for Passport in Chennai

Here are the steps to apply for a fresh passport through the Passport Seva Online Portal:

1. Go to the Passport Seva Online Portal and click the “Register Now” link on the home page to create an account.
2. Login to the portal using the registered Login ID.
3. Click the “Apply for Fresh Passport” link.
4. Choose any one of the methods of application as given

(a) Download E form and upload later: Download e- form, fill it and upload the filled e-form on same page
(b) Filling online application form: Click the given link of passport application online form, fill the form with required details and submit it.

5. Once the application is submitted, schedule an appointment and click the “Pay and Schedule Appointment” link on the “View Saved/Submitted Applications” screen.
6. Select PSK or POPSK, check for earliest appointment date available and Click on Pay and Book Appointment.
7. Online payment is mandatory for booking appointments at all PSK/POPSK/PO. Choose the payment modes: Credit/Debit Card, Internet Banking or SBI Bank Challan.
8. After making the payment, click the “Print Application Receipt” link to print the application receipt containing the Application Reference Number (ARN)/Appointment Number.
9. Visit the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK)/Regional Passport Office (RPO) on your appointment date, time with the original documents.
10. Verification of Address by local police
11. Passport dispatch to given address by post

Note: Carrying a printout of the application receipt is no longer required. A SMS with your appointment details is also accepted as appointment proof at Passport office, PSK or POPSK

Passport renewal document

Tatkal Passport Fees in India 2024

Passport Fees In India

FAQ’s

Is it possible to make any changes to my passport application after submission?

You can modify your passport application by visiting the Passport Seva Kendra where you applied. A Citizen Service Executive (CSE) can help you make the necessary changes. However, it's advisable to double-check your application before submission to avoid processing complications.

Can I cancel my passport application after submission?

Yes, you can cancel your passport application up to 3 days before your appointment date. Visit the online Parivahan Seva portal, go to 'Submitted/View Saved Applications,' and find the application cancellation option under the 'Schedule Appointment' button.

How Can I Book an appointment for a passport application?

Visit the Passport Seva portal and select 'Pay and Schedule Appointment.' Paying the required fees is mandatory to choose a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) and schedule your appointment.

Can I reschedule my passport appointment date?

Yes, you can reschedule your passport appointment twice within a year from the original appointment date.

How much is the fee for a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) in Chennai?

The cost for a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) in Chennai is ₹500. You can make this payment using debit cards, credit cards, or internet banking.