Is reference necessary in passport?

Not at all. It’s just some extra care police takes to ensure verification. You already give name and contact details of two acquaintances when you fill the passport application and your credentials can thus be easily verified.

What happens if post police verification fails?

If it was rejected due to failure of police verification or improper documentation, etc. you can correct the mistake and apply again after 3 days. If you are at odds with the reason for rejection, or if the reasons are not clear, you can write to the RPO or register a grievance.

Is either of your parent in case of minor )/ spouse a government servant in passport?

Step 3.21: Is either of your parent (in case of minor)/spouse, a government servant? Select ‘Yes’, if either of your parent (in case of minor)/spouse is a government servant, else select ‘No’.

Can a family member be a guarantor?

A guarantor can be a family member or someone else you know.

Can my aunt be my passport reference?

#PassportTip – Your aunt, uncle or cousin may be a reference for your passport application as long as they meet the requirements.

Is it mandatory to change address in Indian passport after marriage?

If you have changed your residential address or are relocating, you are required to update this information in your passport. To change your address on your passport, you need to apply for a re-issue of your passport. Through this process, you will receive a new passport with a new number and your updated address.

Do you have to pay again if your passport photo is rejected UK?

Several non official sources (1, 2) indicate that you will receive an email telling you that the photo has been rejected and the reason why, and will ask you to submit a replacement for the photo. There is a possibility you would lose your money if you don’t submit by the date given, and would have to start again.

Can I apply for a passport if I have a criminal record in India?

Yes, even when a person has a criminal case be it 498A or any other pending against him, he can get a passport. For that two formalities have to be completed.

Is either of your parent in case of minor )/ spouse a government servant * meaning?

if the “government servant” means the person has diplomatic recognition of the government, then those family members will also get special treatment. children born to a person with diplomatic recognition will also be treated as a citizen of the home country instead of where born.

Is either of your parents in case of minor )/ spouse a government servant means?

Your answer should be yes only when (you are below 18 AND either one of your parent is a govt employee) OR you have your spouse working for state.

Is there such a thing as a reference letter from neighbors?

There is no such thing as a reference letter from neighbors. You just keep patience and wait for the physical police verification. THE POLICE OF EVERY STATE , HAS ITS OWN FORMAT IN LOCAL OFFICIAL LANGUAGE OF THE STATE. THE NEIGHBORS HAVE TO SIGN IT, PROVIDING THEIR ANY ONE ID PROOF.

What happens if you have no surname on your passport?

Empty (or blank) Surname in Passport equals TROUBLE. If you already applied for (or received) passport without a surname, get that fixed. Talk to the local passport office to find out passport name change procedure and get it done.

What is a 2nd neighbours letter?

Two Neighbours need to do signature on the paper which is already having with office. It is a confirmation from neighbours that you are residing in that address since 2 years. There is no such letter required . You just have to list their details while filling the online form.

Can I have different names on my passport and college application?

College Application – Use the name as per passport. Remember that name in your passport will be your identity. Going forward to use the name “as-is” from your passport. It’s absolutely ok to have different names from your degree certificates. The only university is going to use your certificates,…