Issuing an Indian passport in the USA for children less than 14 can typically be done as a reissue of the minor passport. The exact requirements may vary depending on the Indian Consulate or Mission having jurisdiction over your state, so applicants should always check the latest VFS Global checklist before submitting the application.
1. Online Passport Application Form
Fill out the passport reissue form on the Government of India portal, Passport Seva. Select the appropriate Indian mission based on your place of residence in the USA and print the completed application form.
2. Current Indian Passport
Submit the original Indian passport in good condition and clear copies of the required pages of the passport of the child.
3. Recent Passport Photographs
Send recent pictures according to the specifications of Indian passport photos. Signature and photo claim requirements could vary depending on the minor’s age.
4. Child’s Birth Certificate
Minor application is normally accompanied by a photocopy of the child’s birth certificate. Ensure that the document is conspicuous and includes information related to the child and the parents.
5. Parents’ Indian Passports
The first and last page copies of both parents’ valid Indian passports may be necessary as supporting documents.
6. Parents’ US Immigrant Status
Parental valid immigration or legal status documents from the United States should normally be submitted. Requirements may differ according to the parents’ positions in the USA.
7. Proof of US Address
Provide acceptable proof of the child’s current US residential address. This can include a state gas bill, driving license, lease, mortgage, or other accepted address document.
8. Parental Consent
In most cases parental consent is required for minor passport applications. Depending on the family circumstances, documents such as Annexure D or Annexure C may be required. Additional documents may apply in cases involving a single parent, custody arrangements, separation, or other special circumstances.
9. Fees and Courier Documents
Applicants are required to pay the relevant passport service fees and dispatch process and provide payment or confirmation documents along with the application.
Important Note
Passport requirements may change, and the Indian Consulate may ask for further documentation as desired. Review the up-to-date VFS Global checklist for your jurisdiction prior to applying to help ensure no delays or rejections.
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