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Yes, the Indian passport is a biometric passport, also known as an ePassport.
Normal scheme: The wait time is 30 to 60 days. Tatkaal scheme: The passport renewal time is 3–7 days
It is an Indian passport that allows the holder to travel abroad without needing government permission
Yes, you need to bring original documents and their self attested photocopies for passport appointment.
To apply for passport online you need to visit the official passport application website, then fill the application form, upload documents, pay the fee, book your appointment, get the document verification done and then get your passport.
The fastest place to get a passport is to apply for Takaal passport services. The expedited service helps you to get your passport within 14 days, with additional charges. In addition, generally, police verification is not required or done after passport issuance.
A birth certificate is not compulsory for an Indian passport. However, it is one of the most vital documents to prove your date of birth. In the absence of it, you can use documents such as an Aadhaar card, a school leaving certificate, or a PAN card.
The price of a passport depends on the booklet pages, application type, and services. Generally, a fresh adult passport with a 36-page booklet costs Rs 1500, and a 60-page booklet costs Rs 2000 in normal processing time. A fresh passport for a minor below 15 with a 36-page booklet costs Rs 1000, and for a minor between 15 to 18 years it costs Rs 1500 with normal processing time.
In India, the passports of adults are valid for 10 years from the issuance date, while minors who are under 18 years of age have 5 5-year validity passport. However, children who are between 15 to 18 years of age can opt for a 10-year validity passport.
You cannot get a passport immediately. However, instead of the standard processing time, you can obtain it quickly within 14 days by applying for Tatkaal Indian passport services. In this process, you need to submit additional documents with higher fees.
Although Tatkaal passport services are popular for their speedy processing time, however, you cannot get one in one day. Generally, it takes 14 days to process the passport application after the appointment.
The tatkaal passport fee depends on the passport application type and the number of pages in the booklet. Generally, a fresh adult passport with a 36-page booklet costs Rs 3500, and a 60-page booklet costs Rs 4000. In addition, a minor (below 15) fresh passport with a 36-page booklet costs Rs 3000, and a minor (15 to 18 years) fresh passport with a 36-page booklet costs Rs 3500 for a 10-year validity passport.
Yes, you can update your PAN card online.
15-20 working days are required for a PAN card.
The minimum age for a PAN card is 18 years.
If you have more than one PAN card then you can cancel your OLD PAN.
The permanent account remains the same
Yes, you can use a minor PAN card for a demat account, but you have to submit your parent's PAN card too.
Go to the NSDL or UTIITSL website, Select "PAN card services", Choose "Reprint of PAN card", Fill in the required details, Pay the application fee, Verify your Aadhaar card, and Submit your application. By following these steps you can convert an instant PAN card into a major.
Yes, you can change the age of the PAN card online.
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