FAQ

It is important to fill out the application form accurately by adding all the relevant details without making any mistakes because you will not get any refund if your application gets rejected for any reason. You can get help from a passport application service provider in the UK like Visament to avoid being in this situation and to get a passport services appointment promptly.

A passport for a child is valid for five years. To get the first UK passport for your child you have to submit some essential documents like a Birth or adoption certificate, proof of British nationality which can be the British registration certificate or parent’s passport, two identical passport-sized photos, any valid passport from a different country that belongs to your child, and any court orders relating to the child. Submit all the relevant documents to get instant approval and a fast passport appointment

It is important to renew your passport about nine months before it expires or if it doesn’t have enough time left before it expires and you have to travel. If it was issued more than 10 years ago and you are traveling to a country following the 10-year rule then you have to renew. You have to submit supporting documents to get passport renewal UK online and to keep it updated so that you don’t have to face any refusal while traveling.

The 10-year rule applies to all the EU countries including Switzerland and countries that are part of the EEA which include Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein. Ireland is an exception as they have separate travel arrangements with the UK.

The European Union and Schengen Area have implanted a new rule after the UK left the EU. To enter the EU countries your UK passport must have been issued less than 10 years before the date you enter the EU country and it must be valid for at least three months after the day you wish to return. If your passport does not meet these requirements then your entry may get refused.

The cost of your fee will depend upon the situation and how you apply for it. If you apply for an adult through a standard online application then the fee is £88.50 and for a child, it is £57.50, if you apply through a postal application for an adult the fee is £100, and for a child, it is £64. If you opt for a one-week fast-track service for an adult the fee is £166.50, and for a child £135.50, for availing of premium online one-day service the fee is £207.50

Visament believes in providing premium services at an affordable price. We provide services with an easy application process to provide a hassle-free passport application experience to our customers. Your trust is our strength and we will keep your trust by providing services that satisfy you for the price you pay to us.

The passport fees and processing time for an application may vary depending upon the various situations. However, we will keep you informed throughout the application process about any updates on the status of your application. We will submit an error-free application to avoid any delay in the application process and for fast passport processing.

Yes, Visament not only offers services related to passports but also provides services for OCI card renewal, new OCI card application, consultancy services, passport services appointment, visa services, etc. So, you can get help with multiple services at an affordable price. You will not have to visit multiple sites to get help with different services when you can get all of these services under one hub at Visament.

Choosing a professional service like Visament will help you save a lot of time without spending your time on the lengthy passport application process. Our team will assist you to reduce your stress by doing the paperwork for you. When you choose us our team will make sure to submit the application form with relevant information and submit it properly to get it approved promptly. We will also make sure to keep all your data safe and secure without you having to worry about anything.

Visament has a team of professional who fills out the application form. Our team fills out all the relevant information that you provide accurately without making any mistakes. They will make sure to submit an application that gets approved instantly without any delay. We also have an approval rate of 98% so don’t worry about anything after choosing us.

A passport is an essential document because it acts as an identification ID while you are traveling and allows the bearer to travel internationally. It is proof of your citizenship when you are traveling abroad for education, business purposes, tourism, or any specific reason.

Yes, it is required to change your name on the passport after you get married because your passport acts as a form of identification and it should contain the relevant information. You can apply for a new passport before or after the marriage ceremony. Your old passport will be canceled and if you apply before the ceremony then you cannot use your new passport before the marriage ceremony.

No, you are not allowed to travel with your old passport after making changes in your name, gender, or appearance if you cannot be recognized from your passport photos. You will have to show your new passport to travel internationally because the passport will prove your identity so it should only contain valid and relevant information.

No, you have to submit your original documents. Although, you have to carry your original documents to the passport office on your appointment date. It is required for verification and self-attested copies of some documents are also required.

You cannot make changes to the application form after submitting it. You have to visit the passport seva kendra and ask the citizen service executive to make changes to the mistake you made.

Yes, you have to submit your old passport to get your passport renewed.

There are a lot of websites such as visament that can assist with police clearance certificates help, renunciation services, etc. They have professionals who can assist throughout the application process.

Once you submit your application form for getting the UK visa then you will not get any chance to edit it after that. It is important to make sure that you are adding all the relevant and accurate information in the application form without making any mistakes. If you do not fulfill the relevant requirements then your application may even get refused and you will not be provided with a refund either.

The cost of the fee for applying for a UK visa depends on the validity and situation. For a short-term visit visa for up to 6 months it will cost you £115, For a visit visa with up to 2 years validity it will cost £432, for a private medical treatment visa for more than 6 months but not 12 months the cost will be £200, for a transit visa for direct airside transit the cost is £35 and for landslide transit the cost is £64, for a single entry visa to replace a biometric residence permit the cost is £154. These are some of the fees that you have to pay according to the situation and validity.

Irish, British, and Commonwealth citizens who have a right of abode in the UK are free from having to enroll in the biometric information. Children who are under the age of 5 are also exempt from providing biometrics but they have to provide a digitized image of their face. If you are unable to provide a fingerprint scan then you have to provide a medical certificate as proof. A person who is head of state and a member of the national government traveling for official purposes with their spouse and official delegations is also exempt.

Yes, biometrics is important for the UK visa application online process. You will have to provide a live digital image of your face and your fingerprints by booking a biometric appointment at the UK Visa and Citizenship Application Services (UKVACS). It is the main part that even after completing and submitting the application form you have to attend your biometric appointment or else your visa application will not be processed.

The visa processing time will differ depending upon the type of visa you need and the specific country you choose. The processing time will be different for each visa and country however Visament will make sure to submit an error-free application on time so that you get your visa quickly without having to wait for too long.

The application process is time-consuming and if you end up making even a silly error then your application may get rejected which can be frustrating. Choosing Visament will reduce the risk of any kind of error because we have professionals to look after your application form, this will also save you a lot of time and your application will get approved quickly. We also have 24*7 customer support for you to assist you whenever you need it

Visament assists with several types of visa in USA like entry visa, diplomatic visa, film visa, special visa, etc. We provide multiple options including E-visa and PAN card help, Police clearance certificate help, etc. for our customers so that they can get assistance with any kind of visa making it easier for them. Visament is the one-stop solution for OCI, passport, and visa services.

Visament has a team of professionals who fill out the application form on our customer's behalf. They make sure to add every relevant information that is required without making any mistakes and submit it on time. We also have experience of 5+ years with an approval rate of 98% so stay stress-free after choosing us.

Visament makes sure to satisfy all our customer needs by providing them with the best customer support. Our team provides timely responses to all the queries of our customers and provides personalized consultations for each query. We also make sure to give regular updates throughout the application process to keep communication and transparency during the process

No, there is no such refund policy available. If your application gets rejected by the Home Office due to any reason then you will not get any refund however under some circumstances you may get a refund such as when a citizenship application is refused then the amount paid as a fee for a citizenship ceremony will be refunded. It is important to fill out an application form having accurate details to meet the relevant requirements and to avoid refusal.

If you want to get a positive response after giving an interview for the student visa you should answer every question confidently. You have to be clear about the modules that you will study and know about the university as well. You might have to show proof of your finances so prepare everything in advance. Be clear about your future career goals and stay calm and honest throughout the interview. Prepare some common interview questions to feel more confident during the interview round.

To get a student visa for the UK you have to pass the interview. It is conducted to make sure that you are a genuine student, to confirm that you are clear about the course you have opted for and know about its relevance to your future, to ensure that you can support yourself financially during your studies in the UK, and to check if you plan to leave the UK after your studies have been completed

Yes, you may be interviewed for a UK visa as a part of the application process. It is the final step of the application process. You will have to give a face-to-face interview with the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) to prove and confirm your identity. The interview can last up to 10 to 20 minutes. You will be asked a series of questions in the interview and you have to prepare for that to get a positive response.

We have an experience of more than five years in this field and we have delivered more than 15k+ applications till now. Our team submits the application form will complete accuracy which helps us to provide our customers their visa on time. Our customers trust us because of our transparency and accuracy in our work.

Taxation laws vary from one country to another and mainly depend on the situation of individuals. It is advised to seek an expert in taxation laws. As for India, income earned in the country is always subject to taxation in India and the tax will depend on the cardholder’s status, whether he is ROR (Ordinary Resident), or RNOR (Not Ordinary Resident).

In the case of OCI cardholders, the spouse is not eligible to apply if he or she doesn’t belong to an Indian origin. Children of an OCI cardholder can apply if at least one of his/her parent is a foreign citizen of Indian lineage. For PIO cardholders, the spouse can apply whether they belong to an Indian origin or not, and children only whose parents are both Indian citizens can apply for a PIO card.

Any individual who was eligible to become an Indian citizen on or after January 26, 1950, belongs to any Indian territory after the 15th of August, 1947, or who is a child or grandchild of someone who meets these criteria is eligible to apply for an OCI card.

Both the OCI and PIO cardholders do not have to apply for a separate education visa. Children can enroll in any educational institution which comes under the NRI quota.

Individuals who hold tourist visas by their side do not need to get PCC. It is an official document that the Indian Government or an Indian Police give to an individual who applied for it.

Individuals who have an Indian passport and have applied long long-term visa or immigration, employment, or residential status abroad need PCC. Also, it is not issued to applicants who are traveling overseas on tourist visas.

Yes, a PCC certificate is often needed during the passport application process especially when you want to travel abroad. It is used as proof of good character and conduct. In addition, it shows you meet all the vital criteria for passport issuance.

The price of the PCC certificate depends on the issuing authority in India. Generally the cost range between INR 500 to 1000.

If your PCC application gets rejected, you should try to find out the reason from the issuing authority. Also, you may need to submit additional documents or details to complete the process.

For a PCC application form, you can visit your nearby local police station and simply ask them for it. In addition, you can also download the form online from your state or territory police force site.

Saudi Arabia does not need PCC from Indians traveling to the country. This rule is applicable from the year 2022. In addition, around two million Indian citizens are living there.

Yes, you can apply multiple times for a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) in India. However, every time you need to mention the reason for applying. For example- long-term visas, jobs, and more.

reign nationals who are living in India can get the PCC from the Foreigners Regional Registration Officer (FFRO) office. In addition, they can also collect the certificate from the District Police. The Indian Mission after receiving the originals may attest the copies.

To get a PCC certificate the first thing you need to fulfill is age criteria which is 18 or above. In addition, you should have a valid Indian passport and address proof. Also, your address should same as mentioned in the passport and other papers.

In this type of case, the minor can get the PCC certificate only if the government of the foreign nation is asking for it.

Yes, you can also apply for PCC online. For this, you only need to visit the site of the Passport Seva portal. From there fill out a form, and make the payment.

For permanent residency or visa applications, Indian police check the criminal record of the individual. In addition, after successful verification, the officer issues the certificate.

You can make the payment for a PCC certificate through credit, and debit cards, internet banking, and SBI bank challans.

No, a PCC certificate cannot be issued for over one nation by using only one application form. Only per the application form one certificate is given.

Yes, you can call the passport service center to inquire about your PCC status. Also, to help the customers the service center has provided the helpline number 1800-258-1800.

Yes, you have to present physically during the police verification at your residential address when the officer visits your home.

The application process for PCC generally takes thirty days. However, the days may vary depending on the police station and your application.