While applying for normal passport, the first thing which comes to mind is how much is the normal passport fees ? In this article we are going to discuss in detail what will be normal passport time and fees .
Passport is a necessary document for identification of the Indian residents. It helps one to travel countries. It is also needed as proof for authentication in government offices. So, each person minor or adult is advised to make application for a passport. It is asked as proof when foreign residents try lodging at hotels as well.
In this article, we elaborate on the the passport normal fee for different age groups.
The passport normal fees for fresh issue, renewal and duplicate passport are as follows:
| Category | Age group | Normal fees rupees | Tatkal fees rupees | Pages | Validity years |
| Fresh issue | |||||
| Adult | Above 18 years | 1500 | 3500 | 36 | 5 |
| Adult | Above 18 years | 2000 | 4000 | 60 | 5 |
| Minor | 18 years | 1000 | 3000 | 36 | 5 |
| Minor | 15-18 | 1000 | 3000 | 36 | 5 |
| Minor | 15-18 years | 1500 | 3500 | 36 | 10 |
| Senior citizen | above 65 years | 1500 | 3500 | 36 | |
| Senior citizen | above 65 years | 2000 | 4000 | 60 | |
| Renewal fees due to expiry | |||||
| Minor | Less than 15 years | 1000 | 3000 | 36 | 5 |
| Adult | 18 years | 1500 | 3500 | 36 | 10 |
| Adult | 18 years | 2000 | 4000 | 60 | 10 |
| Senior citizen | above 65 years | 1350 | 36 | Min 5 years | |
| Senior citizen | above 65 years | 1800 | 60 | Min 5 years | |
| Duplicate passport fees | |||||
| For all age group | 3000 | 2000 | 36 | Min 5 years | |
| 3000 | 2000 | 60 | Min 5 years | ||
Mode of payments available for passport normal fee
For normal applications
- Internet banking
- Credit card
- Debit card
- SBI Wallet payment
- SBI Bank challan
- Cash
Note: For Tatkal applications the normal passport fees must be paid online and the excess amount must be paid in person at the passport office.
Documents required for appointment at passport office
- Application reference number -ARN
- Hard copy of the receipt or SMS showing proof of appointment
- Aadhar card
- PAN card
- Application form
New SMS Services
Residents can pay Rs.40 to subscribe for SMS services. This package provides you updates regarding your application and reminders for you passport office appointment as well.
FAQs
- What is the normal passport fees for application?
Generally, it differs for fresh issue starting at Rs.1500 and renewal fees starting at Rs.1000
- How can I make payment for my application to be completed?
There is both online and ofline method of payment. Following is the online method
- Internet banking
- Credit card
- Debit card
- SBI Wallet payment
- SBI Bank challan
- Cash
- Will I get refund if appointment is not made?
No, once payment is paid there is no option for refund available.
- Can I change the scheduled appointment date after payment is made?
Yes. It can be twice in the first year from date of appointment.
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