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The Indian Passport in Chennai is issued by Ministry of External Affairs. While online passport apply in Chennai, you need to choose the category on the basis of age that are classified as:
Adult passport: Indians above 18 years of age can apply for adult category of passport application in Chennai.
Minor passport: Indians below 18 years of age are eligible to apply under minor category. The minor must have a separate passport as per the Indian passport act. There are two categories of minor passports based on the validity of the passport, i.e.
Validity of Indian passport
An adult passport is valid for a period of 10 years. Minor passport is valid for 5 years or till the minor attains 18 years of age, whichever is the earliest.
Passport application fees in Chennai
Adult passport - Rs. 1500 /-
Minor passport- Rs. 1000 /-
For tatkal passport, you need to pay additional fees of Rs 2000/- for application.
Process
Document Required
For Tatkal Application: Along with above documents, you need to submit any 3 out of given documents are as:
List of acceptable address proof for passport application
List of acceptable birth proof for passport application
Forms
FAQ's
1. How can I get passport in Chennai?
2. What is the cost of passport in Chennai?
3. How many days will take to get passport in Chennai?
It takes approx. 30 days to get normal passport from the date of appointment at passport seva kendra.
4. Can I visit RPO Chennai without appointment?