Start with Passport Seva
Use the Passport Seva document advisor for the current service and evidence. It distinguishes types of re-issue changes and tells applicants to check the relevant Passport Office page for additional requirements.
Match travel records
Before booking, compare the passport name with the proposed ticket name. Also review visa records and any pending change; airlines and destination authorities apply their own rules.
Separate possible updates
Name, address and spouse-detail questions may not use identical evidence. Select the actual change in the official advisor rather than assuming marriage triggers all updates.
Plan timing
Check current appointment availability, processing guidance, passport validity and visa implications before surrendering or replacing a document close to travel.
Protect passport information
ShaadiGuide never asks for passport details. Use only Passport Seva or an official embassy or consulate page, and avoid sending scans to unverified intermediaries.
Primary government sources
Sources and verification
Links checked 20 July 2026. Government pages and requirements can change; verify again before applying.
- Passport Seva — document advisor for re-issueOfficial source · checked 20 July 2026
Helpful answers
Frequently asked questions
Is this legal advice?
No. It is an organisational guide. Use the applicable government portal and obtain qualified legal advice for individual questions.
Are documents and witness rules the same across India?
No. The responsible authority and requirements can vary by law, state, district and circumstances.
Should I pay an agent?
Use the official portal or office first. Verify any fee and approved payment method with the authority, keep receipts and never share identity documents through an unverified service.
When was this page verified?
The linked primary government sources were checked on 20 July 2026. Recheck them because procedures can change.