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Passport Information
IMPORTANT NOTE:
1. AFTER THE INTRODUCTION OF MACHINE READABLE PASSPORTS, ADDITIONAL BOOKLETS HAVE BEEN DISCONTINUED. WHEN VISA PAGES ARE EXHAUSTED OR VALIDITY OF THE PASSPORT EXPIRES, APPLICATION CAN BE MADE FOR REISSUE/RENEWAL OF THE PASSPORT AS PER DETAILS GIVEN AT SL. NO. 1 BELOW, AFTER WHICH A FRESH PASSPORT VALID FOR 10 YEARS IS ISSUED IRRESPECTIVE OF THE REMAINING VALIDITY, IF ANY, OF THE OLD PASSPORT.
2. A PROPER AUTHORISATION FROM THE APPLICANT IS REQUIRED TO RECEIVE THE DOCUMENTS ON HIS/HER BEHALF ALONG WITH OTHER RELATED DOCUMENTS LIKE OLD PASSPORT ETC.
1. SERVICE - RENEWAL/REISSUE OF PASSPORT
Fees :
HK$ 340/-: For ordinary passport Booklet containing 36 pages
HK$ 420/-: For Jumbo passport Booklet containing 60 pages
HK$ 420/-: For Jumbo passport Booklet containing 60 pages
Form to be filled up :
EA(P) I form EA(P)I Form (Word) EAP1 FORM (PDF)
(An extra form titled Additional Form is to be filled up by the applicants whose original Passport have been issued from other Passport issuing authorities)
(An extra form titled Additional Form is to be filled up by the applicants whose original Passport have been issued from other Passport issuing authorities)
Duration for grant of service:
Approximately 20-30 working days for the applicants whose original Passports have been issued from Hong Kong. More than 30 days for the applicants whose original Passports have been issued from other Passport issuing authorities and their particulars are not verifiable from the computer records of the Consulate.
Documents required :
- Original along with copies of HK/Macao identity card
- Original along with copies of current booklet and original Passport
- Original current Passport and all the additional Booklets need to be shown (would be returned after submission)
- Four latest photographs, which should be of square size not less than 2 x 2 inch (51 mm x 51 mm, with 80% coverage of face with white/light background). [Please see photo requirements with samples at Sl. No. xvii above].
NOTE :
1. ORIGINAL PASSPORT AND CURRENT BOOKLET CAN BE RETAINED BY THE APPLICANT, IF REQUIRED FOR URGENT TRAVEL AFTER SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION. THE PASSPORT BOOKLETS RETURNED TO THE APPLICANT WILL HAVE TO BE PRESENTED AT THE PASSPORT COUNTER FOR COLLECTION OF THE NEW PASSPORT BOOKLET. IN NO CASE, THE NEW PASSPORT BOOKLET SHALL BE HANDED OVER WITHOUT PRESENTING THE OLD PASSPORT BOOKLET AS THE SAME IS REQUIRED TO BE CANCELLED. IT WOULD BE ADVISABLE THAT THE APPLICANTS APPLY FOR REISSUE OF PASSPORT (EARLIER CALLED ADDITIONAL BOOKLET), WHEN 3-4 PAGES ARE LEFT BLANK IN THEIR CURRENT BOOKLET, SO THAT DURING THE PROCESSING PERIOD OF 10 WORKING DAYS, THEY CAN USE THOSE 3-4 PAGES FOR TRAVELLING AND DO NOT GET STUCK UP DUE TO LACK OF PAGES IN THEIR PASSPORT.
2. THE APPLICANT HAS TO BE PRESENT EITHER AT THE TIME OF DEPOSIT OF APPLICATION OR COLLECTION OF THE PASSPORT.
1. ORIGINAL PASSPORT AND CURRENT BOOKLET CAN BE RETAINED BY THE APPLICANT, IF REQUIRED FOR URGENT TRAVEL AFTER SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION. THE PASSPORT BOOKLETS RETURNED TO THE APPLICANT WILL HAVE TO BE PRESENTED AT THE PASSPORT COUNTER FOR COLLECTION OF THE NEW PASSPORT BOOKLET. IN NO CASE, THE NEW PASSPORT BOOKLET SHALL BE HANDED OVER WITHOUT PRESENTING THE OLD PASSPORT BOOKLET AS THE SAME IS REQUIRED TO BE CANCELLED. IT WOULD BE ADVISABLE THAT THE APPLICANTS APPLY FOR REISSUE OF PASSPORT (EARLIER CALLED ADDITIONAL BOOKLET), WHEN 3-4 PAGES ARE LEFT BLANK IN THEIR CURRENT BOOKLET, SO THAT DURING THE PROCESSING PERIOD OF 10 WORKING DAYS, THEY CAN USE THOSE 3-4 PAGES FOR TRAVELLING AND DO NOT GET STUCK UP DUE TO LACK OF PAGES IN THEIR PASSPORT.
2. THE APPLICANT HAS TO BE PRESENT EITHER AT THE TIME OF DEPOSIT OF APPLICATION OR COLLECTION OF THE PASSPORT.
2. SERVICE - PASSPORT FOR NEW BORN BABIES
Fees :
HK $ 220/- for passport & HK$ 180/- for Registration of birth
Form to be filled up :
(i) EA(P) I form EA(P)I Form (Word) EAP1 FORM (PDF)
(ii) Form for Registration of Birth of new born child
(Child Registration form)
(ii) Form for Registration of Birth of new born child
(Child Registration form)
Duration for grant of service:
Approximately 20 Working days.
Documents required:
(i)Original along with copies of HK/Macao (as may be applicable) identity cards of the parents.
(ii) Original along with copies of current Passport of both the parents
(iii) Original along with copy of the Birth Certificate of child.
(iv) Original along with copy of the Marriage Certificate of the parents
IF THE ABOVE CERTIFICATES HAVE BEEN ISSUED FROM INDIA, THE SAME NEED TO BE GOT ATTESTED FROM THE ATTESTATION CELL, MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS, PATIALA HOUSE, NEW DELHI.
A COMBINED MARRIAGE AFFIDAVIT BY BOTH - HUSBAND AND WIFE NEEDS TO BE EXECUTED IN THE PRESENCE OF CONSULAR OFFICER AT THE CONSULATE.
v) If either of the parents is a foreign national, a letter from the concerned Consulate stating that the child has not obtained their nationality, needs to be submitted;
A sworn affidavit to the above effect duly attested by the concerned Consulate.
(vi) Four latest photographs, which should be of square size not less than 2 x 2 inch (51 mm x 51 mm, with 80% coverage of face).
[Please see photo requirements with samples at Sl. No.xvii above]
(ii) Original along with copies of current Passport of both the parents
(iii) Original along with copy of the Birth Certificate of child.
(iv) Original along with copy of the Marriage Certificate of the parents
IF THE ABOVE CERTIFICATES HAVE BEEN ISSUED FROM INDIA, THE SAME NEED TO BE GOT ATTESTED FROM THE ATTESTATION CELL, MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS, PATIALA HOUSE, NEW DELHI.
OR
A COMBINED MARRIAGE AFFIDAVIT BY BOTH - HUSBAND AND WIFE NEEDS TO BE EXECUTED IN THE PRESENCE OF CONSULAR OFFICER AT THE CONSULATE.
v) If either of the parents is a foreign national, a letter from the concerned Consulate stating that the child has not obtained their nationality, needs to be submitted;
OR
A sworn affidavit to the above effect duly attested by the concerned Consulate.
(vi) Four latest photographs, which should be of square size not less than 2 x 2 inch (51 mm x 51 mm, with 80% coverage of face).
[Please see photo requirements with samples at Sl. No.xvii above]
Note : The Passport Application should contain the thumb impression of the child and should be signed by both the parents (Col. No. 28 regarding declaration by parents). For being eleigible for the Indian passport, either both or one parent should have valid Indian Passport at the time of application for the newly born child.
3. SERVICE - RENEWAL/REISSUE OF PASSPORTS OF CHILDREN
Fees :
HK $ 220/-
Form to be filled up :
EA(P) I form EA(P)I Form (Word) EAP1 FORM (PDF)
(An extra form titled Additional Form is to be filled up by the applicants whose original Passport have been issued from other Passport issuing authorities)
(An extra form titled Additional Form is to be filled up by the applicants whose original Passport have been issued from other Passport issuing authorities)
Duration for grant of service:
Minimum 20-30 days for the applicants whose original
Passports have been issued from Hong Kong.
More than 30 days for the applicants whose original Passports have been issued from other Passport issuing authorities and their particulars are not verifiable from the computer records of the Consulate.
Documents required :
(i) Original along with copies of HK/Macao identity card of both the Parents
(ii) Original along with copies of current Passport of both the Parents
(iii) Original along with copy of Birth Certificate of the child
(iv) Four latest photographs, which should be of square size not less than 2 x 2 inch (51 mm x 51 mm, with 80% coverage of face).
[Please see photo requirements with samples at Sl. No.xvii above]
(originals of all the documents above have to be brought by either of the parents and which would be returned back to them after acceptance of application)
(ii) Original along with copies of current Passport of both the Parents
(iii) Original along with copy of Birth Certificate of the child
(iv) Four latest photographs, which should be of square size not less than 2 x 2 inch (51 mm x 51 mm, with 80% coverage of face).
[Please see photo requirements with samples at Sl. No.xvii above]
(originals of all the documents above have to be brought by either of the parents and which would be returned back to them after acceptance of application)
Note : The Passport Application should contain the signature or thumb impression of the child and should be signed by both the parents (Col. No. 28 regarding declaration by parents).
4. SERVICE - DUPLICATE PASSPORT IN LIEU OF LOST/DAMAGED PASSPORT
Fees :
HK $ 1020/-
Form to be filled up :
(i)EA(P) I form EA(P)I Form (Word) EAP1 FORM (PDF)
(ii)Form for confirmation of Passport Particulars
(ii)Form for confirmation of Passport Particulars
Duration for grant of service:
Minimum 20-30 working days for those applicants whose passports have been issued from Hong Kong .If the lost passport has been issued from other Passport issuing authority, then the service will be rendered on receipt of confirmation/clearance from that passport issuing authority.
Documents required :
(i) Original along with copy of Police report regarding the loss of Passport
(ii) Photocopy of the lost passport, if available. If Photocopy is not available, then number, date of issue, Place of issue of lost passport should be furnished
(iii) Application on a plain paper stating the circumstances of loss/theft/damage of the passport.
(iv) Eight (8) latest photographs, which should be of square shape of size not less than 2 x 2 inch (51 mm x 51 mm, with 80% coverage of face).
[Please see photo requirements with samples at Sl. No.xvii above]
v) Affidavit duly notarised from the Notary public.
(ii) Photocopy of the lost passport, if available. If Photocopy is not available, then number, date of issue, Place of issue of lost passport should be furnished
(iii) Application on a plain paper stating the circumstances of loss/theft/damage of the passport.
(iv) Eight (8) latest photographs, which should be of square shape of size not less than 2 x 2 inch (51 mm x 51 mm, with 80% coverage of face).
[Please see photo requirements with samples at Sl. No.xvii above]
v) Affidavit duly notarised from the Notary public.
NOTE :
(i) In all the services mentioned above, the applicant has to be physically present, while submitting the application, except the newly born baby.
(ii) After the submission of application for Renewal/reissue of Passport, the original Passports would be returned to the applicant, so that he/she can continue using it during the processing of application.
(iii)Tourists will not be given the service of Renewal/reissue of Passport except in Extreme emergency.
(i) In all the services mentioned above, the applicant has to be physically present, while submitting the application, except the newly born baby.
(ii) After the submission of application for Renewal/reissue of Passport, the original Passports would be returned to the applicant, so that he/she can continue using it during the processing of application.
(iii)Tourists will not be given the service of Renewal/reissue of Passport except in Extreme emergency.
5. SERVICE - CHANGE OF ADDRESS
Fees :
HK $ 100/-
Form to be filled up :
EA(P)2 form EA(P)2 Form
Documents required :
(i) Original along with copy of HK/Macao (as may be applicable) identity card.
(ii) Original current passport along with copies of 1st, last and address pages.
(iii) Original along with copy of address proof like telephone/ electricity bill etc.
(ii) Original current passport along with copies of 1st, last and address pages.
(iii) Original along with copy of address proof like telephone/ electricity bill etc.
6. SERVICE - CHANGE OF NAME
Fees :
HK $ 100/-
Form to be filled up :
EA(P)2 form EA(P)2 Form
Documents required :
(i) Original along with copy of HK/Macao (as may be applicable) identity card.
(ii) Original current passport along with copies of 1st, last and address pages.
(iii) Original Passport and all the additional Booklets need to be shown (would be returned after submission)
(iv) One latest Passport sized photograph. Applicants who want a new passport with changed name should also submit four photographs which should be of square shape of size not less than 2 x 2 inch (51 mm x 51 mm, with 80% coverage of face).
[Please see photo requirements with samples at Sl. No.xvii above].
(v) Deed Poll/ Sworn Affidavit from authorized Notary Public.
(vi) Original newspaper cuttings announcing the change of name in two newspapers (one newspaper should be of the area of the applicant’s permanent address and another of his present address or nearby area)
(ii) Original current passport along with copies of 1st, last and address pages.
(iii) Original Passport and all the additional Booklets need to be shown (would be returned after submission)
(iv) One latest Passport sized photograph. Applicants who want a new passport with changed name should also submit four photographs which should be of square shape of size not less than 2 x 2 inch (51 mm x 51 mm, with 80% coverage of face).
[Please see photo requirements with samples at Sl. No.xvii above].
(v) Deed Poll/ Sworn Affidavit from authorized Notary Public.
(vi) Original newspaper cuttings announcing the change of name in two newspapers (one newspaper should be of the area of the applicant’s permanent address and another of his present address or nearby area)
7. SERVICE - CHANGE OF NAME OF FEMALES AFTER MARRIAGE/DIVORCE/DEATH OF HUSBAND
Fees :
HK $ 100/-
Form to be filled up :
EA(P)2 form EA(P)2 Form
Duration for grant of service:
20-30 Working days.
Documents required :
(i) Original along with copies of HK/Macao identity card.
(ii) Original along with copies of current and original Passport of both husband and wife
(iii) Original Passport and all the additional
Booklets need to be shown (would be returned after submission)
(iv) One latest Passport sized photograph (Joint photo and affidavit to be submitted by the couple)
(v) Marriage Certificate duly attested by the concerned competent authority (Original plus one copy)
(vi) In case of divorce, divorce decree of the Court, duly attested by the concerned competent authority
(vii) In case of death of husband, death certificate Issued by the concerned authorities
(ii) Original along with copies of current and original Passport of both husband and wife
(iii) Original Passport and all the additional
Booklets need to be shown (would be returned after submission)
(iv) One latest Passport sized photograph (Joint photo and affidavit to be submitted by the couple)
(v) Marriage Certificate duly attested by the concerned competent authority (Original plus one copy)
(vi) In case of divorce, divorce decree of the Court, duly attested by the concerned competent authority
(vii) In case of death of husband, death certificate Issued by the concerned authorities
8. SERVICE - EMIGRATION CHECK NOT REQUIRED ENDORSEMENT
Fees :
HK $ 100/-
Form to be filled up :
EA(P)2 form EA(P)2 Form
Duration for grant of service:
2 Working days
Following categories of persons are eligible for Emigration Check Not Required endorsement on Passports:
- Persons going abroad in managerial capacity in Hotels, Restaurants, Tea Houses or other places of public resort, etc., possessing specialised Degrees in these fields- Original Degree with one self attested copy to be submitted with application.
- All Gazetted Government Servants.
- All Income-tax payers - Proof of assessment of Income Tax and actual payment of Income Tax for the last three years to be submitted.
- Spouses and dependent children of categories (2) to (4) mentioned above.
- All persons who have been staying abroad for more than three years (the period of three years could be either in one stretch or broken) and spouses, and children of such persons.
- All Indian seafarers who hold Indian or foreign CDCs and are in possession of an offer of employment from Shipping companies in India or abroad and Sea-Cadets.
- All holders of Diplomatic/Official Passports.
- Dependent children of parents whose passports are classified as ECNR. In the case of such children, ECNR classification is restricted until they attain 18 years of age.
- Persons holding permanent Immigration Visas, such as in UK, USA and Australia.
- Persons holding Tenth/Matric/ICSE or equivalent class or Higher Educational Certificate- Original Certificate with one self attested copy to be submitted.
- Persons holding diplomas from recognised Institutions like Polytechnics- Original Diploma with one self attested copy to be submitted.
- Nurses possessing qualifications recognised under the Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947- Original Degree/Diploma with one self attested copy to be submitted.
- All persons above the age of 60 years.
- Persons possessing certificates of vocational training from Government/Government recognised institutions.
Documents required :
(i) Copies of HK/Macao Identity card as may be applicable
(ii) Current original passport along with copy
(iii) One photograph to be affixed on the application and signed across
(iv) proof in support of claim to the categories mentioned above
(ii) Current original passport along with copy
(iii) One photograph to be affixed on the application and signed across
(iv) proof in support of claim to the categories mentioned above
9. SERVICE - Police Clearance Certificate.
Fees :
HK $ 180/-
Form to be filled up :
EA(P)2 form EA(P)2 Form
(An extra form titled Additional Form is to be filled up by the applicants whose original Passport have been issued from other Passport issuing authorities)
Duration for of service grant:
2 Working days for those whose original passports have been issued from Hong Kong
More than 30 days for the applicants whose original Passports have been issued by other Passport issuing authorities and their particulars are not verifiable from the computer records of the Consulate.
More than 30 days for the applicants whose original Passports have been issued by other Passport issuing authorities and their particulars are not verifiable from the computer records of the Consulate.
Documents required :
(i) Original along with copies of HK/Macao identity card.as may be applicable
(ii) One photograph to be affixed on the application and signed across.
(iii) Application on plain paper mentioning the reason for obtaining the P.C.C.
(ii) One photograph to be affixed on the application and signed across.
(iii) Application on plain paper mentioning the reason for obtaining the P.C.C.
10. SERVICE - EMERGENCY CERTIFICATE TO STRANDED INDIANS
Fees :
HK $ 30/-
Form to be filled up :
EA(P) 1 form EA(P)I Form (Word) EAP1 FORM (PDF)
(An extra form titled Additional Form is to be filled up by the applicants whose original Passport have been issued from other Passport issuing authorities)
(An extra form titled Additional Form is to be filled up by the applicants whose original Passport have been issued from other Passport issuing authorities)
Duration for grant of service:
If the lost passport has been issued from other
Passport issuing authority, then the service will be rendered on receipt of confirmation/clearance from that passport issuing authority
Passport issuing authority, then the service will be rendered on receipt of confirmation/clearance from that passport issuing authority
Documents required :
(i) Police report regarding the loss of Passport
(ii)Photocopy of the lost passport, if available. If Photocopy is not available, then number, date of issue, Place of issue of lost passport should be furnished
(iii)Four photographs
(ii)Photocopy of the lost passport, if available. If Photocopy is not available, then number, date of issue, Place of issue of lost passport should be furnished
(iii)Four photographs
PHOTO REQUIREMENTS WITH SAMPLES
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