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Passport Services

  1. Click here to view guidelines for uploading ICAO-compliant photograph.
  2. Click here to view the guidelines for uploading documents.

Passport Services

Important advisory for Indian Passport holders and applicants: Click here.

The following passport related services are available at the Consulate General of India in Saint Denis:

  1. Passport
    1. Issue/Re-issue of Passports on expiry
    2. Re-issue of Lost/Damaged Passport
    3. Passport for a minor child
  2. Registration of birth for newborn child
  3. Emergency Certificate for Indian Nationals
  4. Surrender of Indian Passport and Renunciation of Indian Citizenship
  5. Police Clearance Certificate
Apply through the new Global Passport Seva 2.0 portal: https://mportal.passportindia.gov.in/gpsp/

1. Passports

Passport is a very important travel document. It should be kept updated by renewing before it expires. Its loss should be reported immediately to the local Police authorities and also to the nearest Indian Embassy/Consulate.

Application for re-issue of Passport can be submitted in cases such as expiry of validity (up to one year before expiry), exhaustion of visa pages, damage or loss, changes in appearance or particulars etc.

Indian Passports are generally issued with a validity of 10 years (except in cases of children up to the age of 15 years where it is issued for a validity of 5 years).

Applicants must upload a recent color photograph while completing the online Indian passport application, in accordance with ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) photo guidelines. Click here for the ICAO guidelines.

a) Issue/Re-issue of Passports on expiry

Apply through the new Global Passport Seva 2.0 portal: https://mportal.passportindia.gov.in/gpsp/

All applicants are requested to note the following requirements:

  • Upload an ICAO-compliant photograph
  • Upload a scanned copy of your signature
  • Upload all other relevant documents directly

Procedure:

  1. Complete the Online Passport Application Form using the above portal. (Do not forget to upload ICAO-compliant photo, signature, and documents).
    Note: Under ‘Passport Printable Address Details’ and ‘Other Address details,’ one address must be a French address.
  2. Reason for passport reissue should be specified (validity expired / due to expire, change in particulars, etc.)
  3. Print the completed application form. (Ensure that the ICAO-compliant photograph, signature, and documents have been uploaded.)

Please note that a Passport is printed with entries made by the applicant in the online form. Ensure that all entries filled in the online application form are correct.

Required Documents:

  • Original Passport with self-attested copy of first and last page
  • Stay permit (Titre de Séjour or Carte de Resident) with self-attested copy
  • Two photographs with white background (as per ICAO Guidelines)
  • Proof of address in case of change—e.g., Electricity/Water bill, Driving License (self-attested copy)

b) Application for re-issue in lieu of Lost/Damaged Passport

Application for duplicate passport can only be made after a personal interview with the Consular Officer. Kindly contact the Consulate to set up an appointment.

Required Documents:

  • All documents required for normal Issue/Re-issue of passport
  • Self-attested copy of lost/damaged passport
  • Original Police Report regarding loss of passport
  • English translation of the police report

After the interview, if any additional documents are required, the applicant will be contacted.

c) Passport for a minor child

Indian Passports for minors are issued with a validity of 5 years or until the minor attains 18 years. Procedure is the same as above.

Required Documents:

  • Printout of finally submitted passport application
  • Original birth certificate of the child
  • Passports of the parents and local ID cards
  • Two ICAO-compliant photographs

Issue of Passport to a newborn child involves two steps:

  1. Registration of birth on MHA portal: https://indiancitizenshiponline.nic.in/
  2. Apply for fresh passport on: https://mportal.passportindia.gov.in/gpsp/

Additional Required Documents:

  • Printout of final application
  • Original birth certificate
  • Parents’ passports and IDs
  • Two ICAO-compliant photographs
  • Declaration by both parents that they have not applied for any other nationality for the child. If either parent is French, declaration must be attested by mairie.

2. Registration of birth for a new-born child

As per the amended Citizenship Act, a newborn must be registered with the Consulate within one year of birth.

Click here  to see detailed steps to fill application for Registration of Birth of a new born child under Section 4(1) of the Citizenship Act, 1955

Procedure:

  1. Open the registration portal
  2. Click ‘Online Services’
  3. Select ‘Section 4 - Acquisition of Indian citizenship by descent’
  4. Select ‘Registration of birth of a minor child…’ and follow portal instructions

Fees for Passport related Services

  • New Passport (36 pages): €62.00
  • New Passport (60 pages): €77.00
  • Lost/Damaged Passport (36 pages): €112.00
  • Lost/Damaged Passport (60 pages): €132.00
  • Minor/newborn passport: €42.00

Please Note:

  • Original documents must be presented at submission.
  • Additional documents may be requested depending on circumstances.

3. Emergency Certificate for Indian Nationals

For loss of passport while visiting Reunion Island, apply directly for Emergency Certificate.

Required Documents:

  • Online application: GPSP Portal
  • Letter explaining circumstances
  • Duly filled Annexure F Click Here
  • Copy of police report
  • Self-attested copy of passport
  • Copy of valid visa to visit Reunion Island
  • ICAO-compliant photograph
  • Fee: €14 (card only)

4. Surrender of Indian Passport & Renunciation of Indian Citizenship

Dual citizenship is not allowed under Indian law. After acquiring foreign citizenship, Indian passport must be surrendered immediately.

Important Notes:

  • Foreign citizenship obtained before 31.05.2010 → Apply for Surrender Certificate only.
  • Foreign citizenship obtained on/after 01.06.2010 → Apply for both Renunciation + Surrender.
  • If unable to produce passport → Provide sworn affidavit + apply for renunciation.

Required Documents:

Fees:

  • Surrender Certificate (before 01.06.2010): €25.00
  • Renunciation + Surrender (after 01.06.2010): €113.00

5. Police Clearance Certificate

Apply at: https://mportal.passportindia.gov.in/gpsp/

Required Documents:

  • Two recent colored photos
  • Original & copy of Passport (front & back page)
  • Titre de Séjour (recto–verso)
  • Self-attested copies of all documents
  • Fee: €24.00 (card)