Passport appointment rules are an important part of the application process in India. In 2026, applicants should pay attention to online payment requirements, appointment booking, rescheduling limits, Tatkaal appointments, PSK/POPSK selection and the revised passport fees. The biggest fee-related change came into effect from 1 July 2026, when passport application fees were revised. Passport Seva…
Losing a passport can be stressful, especially if you have upcoming international travel. In India, a lost or stolen passport cannot simply be renewed like a normal expired passport. The applicant has to apply for re-issue of the passport in lieu of the lost or stolen passport and provide the required documents and information to…
Passport rules and procedures in India have seen several important updates in 2026. The most significant change is the revision of passport application fees from 1 July 2026 under the Passports (Amendment) Rules, 2026. The changes affect normal passport applications, Tatkaal services, minor passports and replacement of lost or damaged passports. Apart from the fee…
Passport application fees in India have been revised with effect from 1 July 2026. The revised fee structure, notified through the Passports (Amendment) Rules, 2026, applies to several passport-related services, including fresh passports, re-issue, replacement of lost or damaged passports and Tatkaal applications. The fee revision is important for applicants planning international travel because Tatkaal…
