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How to Apply for an Indian Passport

Every dream holiday to Thailand begins with a valid passport. Here is a clear, step-by-step guide to applying online, booking your appointment at the nearest Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) and making sure every document is ready.

✓ Official Portal: passportindia.gov.in ✓ Free Traveler Guidance ✓ Normal: 15-30 Days | Tatkaal: 3-5 Days

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Crucial 6-Month Passport Validity Rule for Thailand

To board international flights to Thailand, your passport MUST have at least 6 months of remaining validity from your planned date of departure from Thailand. It must also have at least 2 blank pages for entry/exit stamps. If your passport expires soon, apply for renewal immediately before booking flights.

STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS

3 Simple Steps to Get Your Passport

Follow the official process to register, book your appointment and receive your passport, without the stress.

Register & Fill Application Online

Visit the official Passport Seva Portal (passportindia.gov.in) and register your basic details.

Select your nearest Regional Passport Office (RPO).
Fill out Form ARN (Application Reference Number).
Choose between Normal (₹1,500) or Tatkaal (₹3,500) processing.
Carefully verify name spelling exactly matching your Aadhaar card.

Pay Fee & Book PSK Appointment

Schedule your biometric and document verification slot at your nearest PSK or Post Office PSK (POPSK).

Pay online via UPI, NetBanking, Debit/Credit card.
Select your preferred date and time slot.
Print your Appointment Confirmation Slip with QR code.
SMS confirmation will be sent directly to your mobile number.

Visit PSK & Police Verification

Attend your appointment with original documents. No advance photograph needed as digital photos are taken on-site.

Counters A, B, and C verify biometrics and original documents.
Collect your stamped acknowledgment receipt.
Local police verification is scheduled within 3 to 7 days.
Passport is dispatched via Speed Post directly to your home.

DOCUMENT CHECKLIST

Required Documents for Fresh & Renewal Applications

Carry all original documents along with 2 self-attested photocopies of each to your PSK appointment.

📘 Fresh Adult Passport (Age 18+)

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Proof of Identity & Address: Aadhaar Card (updated phone number and matching address) or Voter ID / Electricity Bill / Bank Passbook.

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Proof of Date of Birth: Birth Certificate issued by Municipal Authority or 10th Standard School Leaving Certificate.

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Non-ECR Eligibility (if applicable): 10th standard passing certificate or higher educational degree for Emigration Check Not Required status.

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Appointment Receipt: Printed appointment confirmation slip from the Passport Seva portal.

👦 Minor Applicants & Passport Renewal

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For Minors (Under 18): Original Birth Certificate, Aadhaar card, and valid original passports of both parents with self-attested copies.

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Annexure D (for Minors): Declaration confirming parental consent for minor passport issuance.

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For Passport Re-issue / Renewal: Original old passport, self-attested copies of first 2 and last 2 pages, and validity page.

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Address Change (if applicable): Updated Aadhaar card or registered rental agreement with utility bill.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions About Passports

Clear answers to the most common queries from travelers preparing for their Thailand trip.

How long does normal vs Tatkaal passport processing take?

Normal processing typically takes 15 to 30 working days from the date of PSK appointment and police verification. Tatkaal applications are prioritized and dispatched within 3 to 5 working days.

Can I travel to Thailand if my passport has 5 months validity left?

No. Airlines and Thai Immigration strictly enforce the 6-month minimum validity rule. You will be denied boarding at Indian airports if your passport has less than 6 months of validity.

Do I need to carry physical photos to the PSK?

No, adult applicants do not need physical photographs. Your photograph and fingerprints are captured digitally at Counter A inside the PSK. Only infants (under 4 years) require a 4.5cm x 3.5cm white-background photograph.

Can ThaiPackages help me apply for my passport?

Passports are issued exclusively by the Government of India through passportindia.gov.in. We provide free informational checklists and guide our holiday guests on timelines so their travel dates are seamless.