Originally Posted by Nicky
(Post 3004192)
I have taken appointment of 8th Jan for my 3.5 yrs old son's fresh passport application. is it must to have spouse's name endorsed in my passport? it's not there yet in my case. as my current address proof (i am here since 1st april 2012), i'll be carrying my income tax return acknowledgement received from Income tax office. it was there in valid documents list on passport website. |
Originally Posted by ascertain
(Post 3011183)
@ Nicky Documents listed in the website and handbook are sufficient. |
Originally Posted by Arunshek
(Post 3023711)
Hi, I'm applying for my 5 month old daughter, they are asking whether it should be 36 pages or 60 pages. what should it be? |
Originally Posted by Arunshek
(Post 3023711)
Hi, I'm applying for my 5 month old daughter, they are asking whether it should be 36 pages or 60 pages. what should it be? |
Originally Posted by ascertain
(Post 2983594)
The Application Form ... My son is 11 months old- but the form wouldn't accept the period of stay (in his case 11 months), because it is programmed to accept an input of 1 year or more. Me and my wife had stayed in the present location for over 8 years- so what was I to enter in that field?. I called the Passport helpline- and after a 12 minute wait, was able to talk to an assistant. I asked my query, and was told that it would be enough to put the 'PARENT's period of stay in the present address (and not the baby's age). After I got that cleared up- it was easy to fill the form... |
Originally Posted by ascertain
(Post 2983594)
Getting an appointment On the first try, me and my wife logged on using 2 separate laptops at 5:45 PM. We went to the link 'manage appointments', and started practicing our speeds at entering the 'captcha codes'. This did come in handy. The 'captcha's are alphaneumeric, and ALWAYS in CAPS- so turn ON your CAPS LOCK for faster typing, and avoiding mistakes. Do make sure you have selected the right PSK location. We opted for the Sai Arcade PSK in Bangalore. |
Originally Posted by ascertain
(Post 2983594)
...It is a good idea to get your spouse's name endorsed on each couple's passport- since that saves a lot of hassles... |
Originally Posted by ascertain
(Post 2983594)
...For My son's fresh passport- I required only the birth certificate, passport of both parents (spouses names endorsed) and our voter IDs... |
Originally Posted by ascertain
(Post 2983594)
DO NOT forget to take a print of the Appointment form. You HAVE to show this at the entry point to be allowed inside. |
Originally Posted by ascertain
(Post 2983594)
Photographs on a white background (passport size) should be taken if the child is below 4 years old. I would suggest going to a studio and getting it clicked professionally . |
Originally Posted by ascertain
(Post 2983594)
All payments for the passports to be done in CASH at the PSK- no cheques or demand drafts. |
Originally Posted by ascertain
(Post 2983594)
Be careful to spot the section which says 'Tatkal' and head for it if you are applying via tatkal, otherwise go to the 'general' queue. The tatkal queue was one fifth the size of the general one in our case. |
Originally Posted by ascertain
(Post 2983594)
So all together- 15 minutes for a child's application- not bad at all! |
Originally Posted by champ27
(Post 3025127)
Wasn't required in my case. You can take appointment just as a safety measure. |
Originally Posted by quadra
(Post 3026462)
FYI -Now the passport website allows you to fill the form online. However the educational qual doesnt have option for minors & its not allowing to go next without filling the details. Should i download the form, leave the education details blank? Options available: Graduate And Above 5th Pass Or Less Between 6th And 9th Standard 10th Pass And Above |
Originally Posted by ascertain
(Post 2983594)
So My tips for parents are- 1)Apply on time, using a fast internet connection 2)Enter 'captcha' codes correctly- have the CAPS lock ON. 3)Check the dates on the left hand side carefully before clicking on the time slot. 4)Reach ahead of time- add one hour for traffic congestion in cities. 5)If in doubt over the location, scour the net for directions using google, or use a GPS- it really helps. 6)Take photos (passport size with white background and dark clothes) of your infant or child below 4 years- carry sufficient copies (just in case) 7)Take water/ infant feeds as required. 8)Have all documents in correct order and clipped together. 9)Have Annexure H ready- one for each application. 10)Carry all documents in original. 11)Good idea to get your spouse's name endorsed in both your passports (no need for police verification then), and with same address. 12) Be poilte to the officers and thank them once you are done. 13) Make sure you have the application receipt and payment receipt. 14) Remember to self- attest (one parent) all photocopies. 15) Remember to carry sufficient cash for payment at the PSK. 16) Do not rely solely on travel agents- do try yourself. |
Originally Posted by anandtheleo
(Post 3030403)
Thanks for the valuable advice, I applied for the passport for my 6 months old daughter on Wednesday, got the passport in hand today (TAT - 3 days). Was a hassle-free experience in the PSK. I followed your advice to the T. Thanks. :thumbs up |
Originally Posted by anandtheleo
(Post 3030403)
Thanks for the valuable advice, I applied for the passport for my 6 months old daughter on Wednesday, got the passport in hand today (TAT - 3 days). Was a hassle-free experience in the PSK. I followed your advice to the T. Thanks. :thumbs up |
Originally Posted by ascertain
(Post 3033828)
Ah!- glad to see that this thread is coming into use frequently. Do keep updating your experiences. |
Originally Posted by Arunshek Hi Anand, That was fast issuance. Cool. One query: you took an appointment or went directly to PSK as advised by fellow bhpians? |
Originally Posted by ndinesh
(Post 3045105)
Hi, I had visited Saligramam PSK last friday (15th) for re-issue of my daughter's passport. She is in 2nd std. I wanted to add couple of points that were not highlighted in this forum so far. I had both parents passport and annexure H with me. During the documents verification process, the TCS person asked for a bonafide certificate from school. I said I do not have one, as it was not mentioned in the website. Then he asked for her school ID card. I did not carry that also with me. I asked him why are these needed? He answered that in some cases student may be in hostel and not staying with parents. He further said that passport officer may ask for it. And the other point was he asked to mention the parent's passport number under the signature in annexure H. Later in counter B, the officer asked for her school ID card. I answered that we did not bring it. The office said fine and approved. Yesterday I got a SMS mentioning that passport has been dispatched. Though it is not mandatory, looks it is safe to carry the school ID card if the minor is school-going. Rgds Dinesh |
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