Your passport will play a crucial role in your ability to travel outside of India. If you don't already have one, get one made; if it gets lost, read this article to learn what to do.
Anyone who wishes to travel today or is aware of foreign laws and customs is well aware of the significance of a passport. Having a passport is crucial for security reasons in addition to being an essential component of travel. The creation of a passport is a very challenging process because of its significance. You should therefore be aware of what to do if your passport is lost or damaged so that you can get it back.
What should I do if my passport is damaged or lost?
You should notify the closest police station, passport office, or Indian mission right away if your passport is lost while travelling outside of the country. In addition, you can request a "re-issue" of your passport.
Keep all the required paperwork on hand for passport reissue because it must be submitted with the application.
How do I apply for a passport again?
The important thing to remember in this situation is that if your passport is lost or damaged, the office will not issue you a duplicate; instead, you will receive a new passport with a new number and a new validity period. Applicants can consult the guidelines established for the re-issuance of lost or damaged passports for more details.
What do I do to get a new passport?
Firstly, lodge an FIR at the nearest police station along with a copy of the passport.
If you are unable to do the first step, book an appointment with the nearest Regional Passport Office (RPO).
During this, you have all the necessary documents suggested by the employee, including address proof, an Aadhaar card, and a birth certificate.
Applicants can also complete the application process online through the official Passport Seva website.
Log in with your registered ID, or you can also choose the 'Tatkal' option to get an early appointment.
Now choose the date of payment and appointment as per your convenience.
Note that a processing fee will be required for lost passports.
On the other hand, to get a new passport, the regular process of passport issuance has to be followed.
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