Do you want to get passport for your kid? If your child is under 18 years age, you need to apply for minor passport. The process is almost the same as an adult passport, but the documents required for minor passport in India is bit different. Many parents get confused about which documents to carry or whose ID is required the parent’s or the child’s. The blog covers the topic ” minor passport documents” in detail.
Documents required for minor passport
Indian parents can apply for minor passport for their kids. The process is same as adults. You have to fill out online form and book appointment at PSK. It is necessary to visit PSK for documents verification and biometric. Following is the list of the documents required for minor passport :
- Current Address Proof
- Date of birth proof
- Annexure D
Note: If the age of minor is between 15 to 18 years and want to get 10 years validity passport, you have to submit proof of ECNR as additonal documents along with given above.
List of Acceptable Address Proof
Following are the documents acceptable as proof of address:
- Utility bills (water, telephone, electricity, gas)
- Income tax assessment order
- Election commission photo ID card
- Employer certificate on letterhead
- Spouse’s passport copy (if address matches)
- Parent’s passport copy (for minors)
- Aadhaar card
- Rent agreement
- Bank passbook (from scheduled banks only)
Notes:
- Only present address proof required, irrespective of stay duration
- Aadhaar card accepted as proof of address and photo ID
- Company address proof only from public limited companies on letterhead
- Specific bank list for accepting passbooks as address proof
List of Acceptable Birth Proof
Following are the documents acceptable as proof of date of birth:
- Birth certificate from municipal authorities
- School transfer or leaving certificate
- Policy bond from a public life insurance company
- Orphanage or child care home declaration
Proof of Non-ECR
Following are the documents acceptable as proof of ECNR status:
1. Children of gazetted government servants
- Identity Certificate (Annexure A)
- Birth Certificate issued by local authorities
- School Leaving/Transfer Certificate from the last attended school
- Parent’s Passport copy (government servant)
2. Children up to 18 years old
- Birth Certificate issued at the time of birth
3. Children of Income Tax payers
- Birth Certificate
- School Leaving/Transfer Certificate
4. Children of professional degree holders (e.g., doctors, engineers, lawyers)
- Birth Certificate
- School Leaving/Transfer Certificate
Documents required for minor passport in Tatkal Category
Following is the list of documents required for minor passport:
- Address Proof
- Birth Proof
- Non-ECR Documents if applicable
- Any 2 out of 6 documents
- Aadhaar card or e-Aadhaar with 12-digit Aadhaar number from UIDAI
- Student photo ID cards from recognized schools/colleges
- Birth certificates issued under the Births and Deaths Registration Act
- Ration cards
- Old passport (for re-issue cases only)
- PAN card
Additional Documents Required for Specific Cases
Depending on the specific situation, you may need to submit extra documents with the minor passport documents:
1. Non-ECR Category
- Identity Certificate (Annexure A)
- Birth certificate issued by local authorities for orphanage or child care home declarations
2. Children of Government / PSU / Statutory Employees
- Identity Certificate (Annexure A)
- Affidavit (Annexure E)
- Parent’s Passport copy (if spouse name is endorsed)
3. Parents Living Abroad
- Annexure C declaration
4. Adopted Children
- Adoption Decree / CARA certificate
5. Divorced Parents
- Court custody order
6. Separated Parents (Not Divorced)
- Declaration confirming information provided in Annexure C
7. One Parent Not Giving Consent
- Declaration as per Annexure C
8. Guardian Applying (Parents Not Available)
- Court order or judgment naming the legal guardian
9. Students Staying Away from Parents
- Student ID card or institute-issued letter
10. Children Born Through Surrogacy
- Annexure I declaration
Annexure for the passport of minor
Below mentioned are the annexure for document of passport requirements for minor
| Annexure/ Affidavits for passport | Type of annexure |
| Declaration of Parent/Guardian for Minor Passports (one parent not given consent) | Annexure C |
| Declaration of Parent/Guardian for Minor Passports | Annexure D |
| A Declaration affirming the particulars furnished in the application about the minor | Annexure I |
| Special cases of minors requiring passports | Appendix 12 |
How to apply for Passport online in India
FAQs
Is Aadhaar card enough for minor passport?
You can provide Aadhar card as proof of address for minor passport.
Is birth certificate mandatory for minor passport in India?
Yes, the birth certificate is mandatory for all children born on or after October 1, 2023. It is the only valid proof of your child’s date of birth that the Passport Office will accept. If your child was born before October 1, 2023, the birth certificate is not compulsory. You can provide alternate documents as proof of birth.
Is Aadhaar proof of date of birth?
No , you can submit other documents like birth certificate,leaving certificate as proof of birth.
What is the fee for minor passport?
The fees for minor passport is Rs 1000 under normal application mode for validity of 5 years.
What documents are required for child passport under 5 years?
If you are applying for a passport for your child below 5 years, here are the main documents you’ll need:
- Birth Certificate (mandatory)
- Passport size photo of baby
- Aadhaar card of parents
- Passport of parents
- Annexure D
Do both parents have to visit for minor passport?
In most cases, both parents or legal guardians need to be present when applying for minor’s passport at the Passport Seva Kendra.
What documents are required for 2 year old baby’s passport?
For 2 year old baby, the passport documents are same as for any minor under 5 years old:
- Birth certificate of the baby
- Passport size photos
- Proof of address – one of the parents’ address proofs like Aadhaar, electricity bill, or rent agreement
- Parents’ passports (copies of both)
- Annexure D – a declaration form signed by both parents or legal guardians
- Aadhaar card of the child (optional but good to include if available)
Is minor passport valid for 5 or 10 years?
A minor passport is valid for 5 years or until the child turns 18, whichever comes first. Once the child turns 18, they’ll need to renew the passport to get the 10-year validity
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