Answers to the Most Common Questions We Receive
VFS Global prints an Indian passport in the US. It is the service provider and has its locations in Washington DC, New York, and other cities.
To get a VFS global new york indian passport you must fill out the online application form>collect supporting documents>book an appointment>submit the application> and track your application.
The processing time for a Passport under Tatkal Scheme is 3-5 business days. However, the time may vary if there is any kind of mismatch with the application.
No, you need a valid passport to travel abroad. The passport needs to be valid for 6 months from the start of your trip.
An adult passport for a person aged 16 years or above is valid for 10 years. A child passport for newborns to 15 years old is valid for 5 years.
A passport is an important travel document that verifies a person’s identity and nationality when traveling internationally. It is issued by the government of a country and is required to enter and exit a country.
The application process for PCC generally takes thirty days. However, the days may vary depending on the police station and your application.
Yes, you have to present physically during the police verification at your residential address when the officer visits your home.
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.
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.
You can make the payment for a PCC certificate through credit, and debit cards, internet banking, and SBI bank challans.
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.
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.
In this type of case, the minor can get the PCC certificate only if the government of the foreign nation is asking for it.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
