When can I renew my Indian passport before it expires in USA?
When can I renew my Indian passport before it expires in USA?
1 year
You can get a new passport in 10 days if your last passport was issued by the Indian Embassy in the USA. You can apply for renewal 1 year or 365 days before expiry. We recommend applying 6 weeks before the final expiry to avoid issues with delays in processing at the Indian embassy.
Who is the new service provider for Indian passport renewal in USA?
VFS Global
It is informed that VFS Global is the service provider for Passport services for the Embassy of India, Washington DC or its Consulates in Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, New York and San Francisco. Its operations have started from 04 November 2020.
Can I renew my Indian passport now?
Login to the Passport Seva Online Portal with the registered Login Id. Click “Apply for Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport” link. Fill in the required details in the form and submit. Click the “Pay and Schedule Appointment” link on the “View Saved/Submitted Applications” screen to schedule an appointment.
How long can you stay in the US with an expired passport?
As a general rule, passports must be valid for six months beyond the date the traveler will exit the United States, however, the U.S. has signed agreements with a number of countries to waive this requirement.
How can I pay for Indian passport in USA?
The fee for Indian Passport is non-refundable and is inclusive of all taxes. If you are applying in person at the CKGS application center you can pay the fee in cash, credit card, or debit card. If you are applying by post the fee cannot be paid in personal checks or cash.
Who is about about US BLS International services?
About Us BLS International Services Ltd. is an exclusive trusted partner to The Embassy of India / Consulate General of India, UAE which manages the Administrative Function of the Visa and Passport Applications process.
How to contact BLS International India Visa Application Center in Dubai?
Call Center Number (Dubai): 04 387 5777. Following list provides you with the address and contact details& Centre timing of BLS International India visa & passport application centers, spread across UAE.
How to contact the nearest Indian mission for BLS application?
Contact HCI / CGI procedure: Only after normal processing time has exceeded, applicant can contact the nearest Indian Mission via email for information beyond BLS International Service conditions (For more info: Visit Useful links on BLS Canada website).
Can I renew my Indian passport through the Indian consulate in USA?
Individual Indian consulates will no longer accept passport related services directly. All communications and applications associated with Indian passport renewal must be through CKGS USA. All applicants for passport related activities have to fill an online Order Form whether applying in person or by mail.
