Passport Office in Kozhikode

A regional passport office serves as a central administrative body to accept and process passport applications in a designated area, state, or region of India. It works directly under the Ministry of External Affairs and helps assist Indians in planning international trips.

In India, there are 38 different RPOs in different regions to facilitate passport services for the residents and nearby locals. To complete any passport process, you can either do it online or visit the passport office in Kozhikode.

The jurisdiction of the regional passport office in Kozhikode includes Mahe, Kannur, Kozhikode City, Wayanad, Kasaragod, and Kozhikode Rural.

Along with passport offices, Kozhikode also has 2 passport seva kendra (PSK) to help the people of Kozhikode with all passport-related processes.

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In Kozhikode, along with the RPO, 2 Passport Seva Kendra are also available to help out with passport applications. Both the PSK in Kozhikode work under the RPO to carry out passport services.

Here are some of the key processes carried out by Passport Seva in Kozhikode.

• New passport applications

• Passport renewals

• Duplicate passports

• Passport amendments

• Tatkal services

• Issuance of Police Clearance Certificates

• Passport delivery

In today’s fast-paced world driven by globalisation, having a passport is necessary. A passport allows you to travel internationally without any hassle. All passport offices in Kozhikode offer both standard and Tatkal services for all passport requests.

The standard fee for new passport applications is ₹1500. However, if you require urgent fast-track services, the applicable fee is ₹2000, in addition to the standard fee, for a total of ₹3500.

For the other passport-related services, the fee structure for standard services and fast-track (Tatkal) services differs. The standard fee changes based on service requests, but the Tatkal fee is fixed at ₹2000.

If you wish to apply for a passport, new or renewal, or for any passport-related requests, you can easily do the same online or offline, based on preference. With the introduction of the Passport Seva website, applying and tracking your passport applications is convenient and hassle-free.

Here is all you need to know about the online and offline processes.

Online Passport Application Process in Kozhikode

• Go to the Passport Seva Kendra website.

• On the homepage, click on the option “New User Registration”.

• A new information page will appear on the screen. Here, add all the requested information accurately before clicking on “Register”.

• Now, you will receive a verification link on your registered mobile number and email address.

• Click on the link and log in to proceed with the passport application.

• Next, click on the option “Apply for New Passport/Re-Issue of Passport”.

• Fill out the application form and submit the same to proceed.

• Next, click on the “Payment and Schedule Appointment” option under “View Saved/Submitted Applications”. You cannot visit the PSK or RPO without a passport office Kozhikode appointment.

• You need to make the online payment for the passport application using either Internet banking or a credit/debit card and schedule an appointment at the RPO or PSK.

• Now, take the original documents with you for the appointment at the PSK or RPO.

• Complete the required formalities and wait for the police verification completion to get the final approval.

• Your passport will then be sent to the registered address when ready.

Offline Passport Application Process in Kozhikode

• Download the application form from the Passport Seva website.

• Take a clear printout and fill it out carefully with all the accurate information.

• Collect all the required documents, original and clear photocopies.

• Once done, check and book your appointment at the RPO or PSK.

• Go to the RPO or PSK as per the appointment to submit the passport application form and documents.

• Next, submit your fingerprints and photograph for the passport.

• For the final step, make the application payment fee at the passport office in Kozhikode.

• Once the application is approved, you will be notified and asked to collect the passport yourself from the passport office or get it sent to your registered address.

Documents Needed to Apply for a Passport In Kozhikode

Identity proof - Aadhaar card, PAN card, etc.

Address proof - Aadhaar card, utility bills, etc.

Proof of nationality - birth certificate

Proof of date of birth - Aadhaar card, birth certificate, etc.

Proof of education qualification, if required.

For your PSK or RPO appointment, you must bring the original documents along with attested photocopies of each. You must also show the SMS with appointment details for entry.

• To track your passport application, go to the Passport Seva website.

• From the main page, find and select the “Track Application Status” option.

• On the new page, begin with selecting the application type before adding the file number (available on the payment receipt) to proceed.

• Next, add your date of birth in the space provided below.

• Then, click on “Track Status”.

• The status of your passport application will be displayed on the screen.

When applying for a passport, you can proceed with a standard procedure that takes approximately 30 to 45 days for delivery or choose the fast-track Tatkal procedure, which can get you your passport within 7 days from application submission.

The timeline for passport renewals and similar applications is approximately 7 days. An important thing to remember is that the standard fee structure for each service is different.

However, when you choose Tatkal services, you need to pay an additional fee of ₹2000, along with the standard fee for fast-track processing and delivery within a maximum of 3- days.

With a valid passport, stepping out of India and exploring the various countries around the world is possible. Your passport is your primary travel identification, and thus, from visa applications to immigration, you need to show your passport.

The Passport Seva website makes all necessary passport-related services available at all times. There is no reason to delay the application for a new passport, as it requires minimal time and effort.

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