Many people get confused about passport renewal and passport reissue. Both words might sound similar, but they have different purposes and requirements. The blog will help you to understand the difference between passport renewal and passport reissue.
What is the difference in passport renewal and reissue
The main difference in passport renewal and reissue is the purpose of the application. Passport renewal extends the validity of an existing passport when it expires with no major changes.
Passport reissue means getting a new passport due to loss, damage, or changes in personal details.
While applying on Passport seva official website, you have to choose passport reissue option for passport renewal as well as passport reissue. The application process is similar for both renewal and reissue.
Passport Renewal
Passport remains no longer valid for international travel after it expires. You can renew it at PSK before its expiry.Passport renewal is the process to renew passport when it expires or is about to expire. It does not involve any change on personal particulars.
You can apply online for passport renewal at the PSK through Passport seva official website. The process is not completely online. You have to visit passportseva kendra for documents verification.
Validity of passport : Adult passport is valid for 10 years, while a minor’s passport is valid for 5 years or till reaches 18 years.
Passport Reissue
Passport reissue is the process to apply for new passport when it is damaged, stolen.It is also reissued for changes in personal particulars. You must have a valid passport reissue. You will get new passport with different passport number. You have to apply for passport reissue at PSK through the Passport Seva portal.
Following are the reasons for passport reissue in India:
- Lost passport
- Stolen passport
- Exhaustion of pages in the current passport
- Damaged passport
- Change in personal details in the passport (not validity)
Documents required for tatkal passport
FAQs
Does passport reissue mean a new passport number?
Yes. you will get reissued passport with new passport number.
Is police verification required for passport renewal?
Yes, police verification is required for passport renewal.
Is the fee same for passport renewal and reissue?
Yes. Passport fees are generally the same for renewal and reissue
Can I travel while my passport is under renewal?
No. the passport is not valid for travel after submission until the new one is issued.
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