Damaged passport - docs required [closed]

1. What are the documents required for damaged passport?
2. What happens if passport damaged?
3. Can you use a damaged passport?
4. What do I do if my passport application is closed?
5. How long does it take to get a damaged passport replaced?
6. What does it cost to replace a damaged passport?
7. How damaged is too damaged passport?
8. How do I get a new passport if my passport is damaged?
9. Can you still use a passport if it has been washed?
10. Can you rip a page out of your passport?
11. How do I know if my passport chip is damaged?
12. Why was my passport denied?
13. Do you get a refund if your passport is denied?
14. Can I apply for a fresh passport without Cancelling the old one?

What are the documents required for damaged passport?

A:

• Proof of Present Address.
• Proof of Date of Birth.
• Affidavit stating how and where the passport got lost/damaged (Annexure 'F')
• Police report in original.
• Self-attested photocopy of first two and last two pages, including ECR/Non-ECR page of old passport, if available.
• Original EC/Seizure Memo.

What happens if passport damaged?

The event of the lost passport has to be reported immediately at the closest police station and to the India Mission or PO (Passport Office), if abroad. Once this is done, the next step is to apply for a “re-issue” at the closest PSK (Passport Seva Kendra) along with the form and other essential documents.

Can you use a damaged passport?

Passports classed as wear and tear can be accepted as evidence of nationality and identity. Where a passport has been accepted as evidence of nationality and identity, the passport should be cancelled and returned to the applicant in the normal way.

What do I do if my passport application is closed?

1. While closing your letter they will provide your appointment/application paper(which you will take to RPO office) with proper officer signature and reason why you have closed the application.
2. You will receive a letter from MEA(Ministry of External Affairs) regarding your passport closing.

How long does it take to get a damaged passport replaced?

However, Rapid Passports gives you the option to replace a damaged passport in just one week, without any hassle. You will need to pay £180 for the service, which takes only 6 business days to deliver your passport, from the time of the submission of your documents to the British passport office.

What does it cost to replace a damaged passport?

Damaged passport replacement fee – You will need two checks, one made payable to “US Department of State” for $110 ($170 if you need expedited service for passport replacement) and a second check for $25 for the Passport Acceptance Agent fee.

How damaged is too damaged passport?

According to the US government, a passport is considered damaged and may not be used if “The passport has been materially changed in physical appearance or composition, or contains a damaged, defective or otherwise nonfunctioning chip, or includes unauthorized changes, obliterations, entries or photographs, or has ...

How do I get a new passport if my passport is damaged?

In case of lost passport, you need to apply for re-issue of passport.
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Following documents must be submitted along with the application:

1. Proof of Present Address.
2. Proof of Date of Birth.
3. Affidavit stating how and where the passport got lost/damaged (Annexure 'F')
4. Police report in original.

Can you still use a passport if it has been washed?

Technically a passport is the property of the issuing authority. If it gets lost or defaced,it needs to be replaced. If its been washed and doesn't look right,it may be rejected,either at checkin or on arrival. Safest bet is to replace it.

Can you rip a page out of your passport?

No you cannot and should not tear out pages. Even if you cannot see the page numbers they are there hidden in the patterns (like the pictures at the eye doctor that check for color blindness). Pages aside, in this day and age of electronic records there are more ways that your travels can be monitored.

How do I know if my passport chip is damaged?

Look at the book cover and the page with personal information and your photo. If these appear ruined in any way, you'll probably need a new passport. Other signs of damage include water damage, a significant tear or tears, torn out or missing visa pages, and unofficial markings.

Why was my passport denied?

Certain court orders, being convicted of a felony, or if you're wanted on an arrest warrant, can also result in a passport denial. A convicted felon you would also need to check with their parole office before applying for a passport.

Do you get a refund if your passport is denied?

Answer: The U.S. Department of State does not refund passport application and execution fees for applicants whose application for a passport was denied. The only fee that may be refunded is the expedite passport fee and that is on a case-by-case basis.

Can I apply for a fresh passport without Cancelling the old one?

25 Replies. One can not cancel an application already made or complete negate an existing passport and apply for new passport. Any passports you have had, any applications you have submitted MUST be mentioned. There is no other way, unless you ant to go to jail.