We often make small mistakes while applying for a passport, which can lead to application rejection, rescheduling of appointment after a long wait, or even multiple visits to the passport office- all of which delay the passport process.

Here are some mistakes applicants usually make during the passport application process.

❌ Submitting Incorrect or Mismatched Documents

• Difference in name, date of birth, or parents' name across different documents.
• Address mismatch, such as an old address in the Aadhaar Card and a new address in the application form.
• Not sharing the current address if it differs from the permanent address.
• Submitting old, incorrect or wrong documents.
• Providing the wrong certificate or annexures.

❌ Providing Wrong or Incomplete Information in the Application Form

• Selecting the wrong state or RPO during passport registration.
• Filling a renewal passport application as a fresh application or vice versa.
• Entering an incorrect name, date of birth, birth place, or parents' name.
• Mismatch in the spelling between the documents and the application form.
• Incorrect selection of ECR/Non ECR status.
• Hiding employment information.
• Not publishing a public notice in the newspaper after a legal name change.
• Providing an incorrect old passport or file number, or hiding previous passport information.
• Hiding court or criminal records.
• Entering the wrong police station name.
• Providing an incorrect PIN code, mobile number, or email address.

❌Not Submitting Marriage/Divorce/Death Certificate

• Hiding marital status.
• Not submitting the marriage certificate or divorce decree.
• In case of multiple marriages, hiding details of the previous marriage.

❌ Incorrect Emergency Contact Number

• Submitting an incorrect emergency contact number or email may stall the application process.

❌Mistakes During Police Verification

• Submitted an incorrect address.
• Having undisclosed criminal matters.
• Being unavailable at the registered address.
• If the submitted documents are incorrect.
• Ill behaviour with the verification officer.

❌Incorrect Documents for Minor's Passport

• If parents' (mother and father) passports are not valid or have expired.
• Mismatch in parents' names between the child's Aadhaar card and birth certificate.
• Minor's photo has the wrong background or incorrect size.
• In case of a single parent, not sharing the divorce or spouse's death certificate.
• Not sharing child custody documents.
• Not providing the parental consent form, Annexure D or C.

❌Arriving Late for Passport Office Appointment

• You may miss your slot if you don't turn up on time.
• Missing an appointment may require rescheduling.

✅ Important Points to Keep in Mind While Applying for a Passport

• Ensure all information shared is correct.
• All documents must have the same date of birth, name, and address.
• Passport application must be submitted through the official Passport Seva Website.
• If your current and permanent addresses are different, submit proof for both.

Note *

Hiding any important information or criminal record when applying for a passport is illegal. Doing so may result in a penalty, or your passport could be cancelled or suspended.