Passport a bit worn out, could that be a problem?

Even if your worn out passport is still valid under State Department rules, you may have trouble traveling with it. ... You could find yourself denied boarding of your flight, or not allowed to enter your destination country because of the minor damage to your passport.

1. What qualifies as a damaged passport?
2. Can I travel with a slightly damaged passport?
3. How do I reissue a damaged passport?
4. How do I know if my passport chip is damaged?
5. Will a washed passport still work?
6. Can I still use a washed passport?
7. Can you rip a page out of your passport?
8. Are passports waterproof?
9. How can I reissue my passport online?
10. What are the charges for reissue of passport?
11. What are the documents required for reissue of passport?

What qualifies as a 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 ...

Can I travel with a slightly damaged passport?

Promoted Stories. In fact the Home Office warns: "You must replace your passport if it has more than reasonable wear and tear because you may not be allowed to travel with it." That's because a damaged passport may not be accepted as a valid form of identity for you to use when travelling.

How do I reissue a damaged passport?

A:

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.
5. Self-attested photocopy of first two and last two pages, including ECR/Non-ECR page of old passport, if available.
6. Original EC/Seizure Memo.

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.

Will a washed passport still work?

Passports that have water damage can no longer be used and should be replaced. You must apply in person to replace a damaged passport at an acceptance facility or at a passport agency.

Can I still use a washed passport?

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.

Are passports waterproof?

The U.S. Department of State permits use of passports with minimal water marks – for example, a passport with a single drop of water on a page – because these passports are not considered damaged.

How can I reissue my passport online?

1. Register through the Passport Seva Online Portal. ...
2. Login to the Passport Seva Online Portal with the registered Login Id.
3. Click "Apply for Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport" link.
4. Fill in the required details in the form and submit.

What are the charges for reissue of passport?

What are the documents required for reissue of passport?

Documents Required for Passport Renewal

• Original old Passport.
• Self-attested copies of the first two and last two pages of the passport.
• Self-attested copy of the ECR/Non-ECR page.
• Self-attested copy of the page of observation, if any, made by the Passport Issuing Authority.