When a person gets remarried, it becomes important to update the name and spouse details in the passport.This process involves applying for a Re-issue of Passport under the category of ‘Change in Existing Personal Particulars’. It’s essential to ensure your passport accurately reflects your current identity for all official purposes, especially international travel.This guide explains the documents required for reissue of passport due to name change after remarriage, along with step-by-step application details.
- Passport ReIssue – Name change after Remarriage
- Mandatory Documents for Passport Reissue
- 1. Your Old Passport (Original and Copies)
- 2. Documentary Proof for Non-ECR Status
- Documents Specific to Remarriage & Name Change
- 3. Proof of Dissolution of Previous Marriage
- 4. Proof of Remarriage (Mandatory)
- 5. Proof of Name Change (If Reverting or Changing Significantly)
- 6. New Spouse’s Passport (Optional, but Recommended)
- The Step-by-Step Process
- Clarification on ECR and Non-ECR Categories
Passport ReIssue – Name change after Remarriage
- Mandatory Documents for Passport Reissue
- Documents Specific to Remarriage & Name Change
- The Step-by-Step Process
- Clarification on ECR and Non-ECR Categories
Mandatory Documents for Passport Reissue
These are the standard documents you’ll need for almost any passport re-issue application:
1. Your Old Passport (Original and Copies)
You must present your existing passport for verification of your previous identity details.
- Old Passport in original: This is mandatory for cancellation and re-issue.
- Self-attested photocopies of the first two and last two pages.
- This includes the ECR/Non-ECR page (previously ECNR) and any page of observation made by the Passport Issuing Authority.
- Also include the validity extension page, if any, in respect of a short validity passport.
2. Documentary Proof for Non-ECR Status
You must provide proof to confirm you are eligible for the Non-ECR (Emigration Check Not Required) category. This is standard for nearly all passport applications unless you fall strictly into the ECR category.
- Non-ECR Documents for Passport (provide any one):
- Educational Qualification Certificate: Matriculation (10th Standard) Pass Certificate or any higher educational degree/diploma.
- Any other valid proof listed by the MEA, such as being an Income Tax Payer, being above 50 years of age, etc.
Documents Specific to Remarriage & Name Change
These proofs are crucial for legally validating your remarriage and the associated name change.
3. Proof of Dissolution of Previous Marriage
Before processing your remarriage details, the Passport Office needs conclusive proof that your previous marriage is legally terminated. You will need to submit:
- Death Certificate of First Spouse: A self-attested photocopy of the death certificate, if applicable. OR
- Divorce Certificate/Decree: A self-attested copy of the Divorce Certificate or Decree from a competent court of law, if applicable.
4. Proof of Remarriage (Mandatory)
To update your name and spouse details, you must provide legal proof of your current marriage.
- Marriage Certificate: A self-attested photocopy of the Marriage Certificate issued by the Registrar of Marriages. OR
- Joint Affidavit (Annexure D): If a marriage certificate is unavailable, a joint affidavit signed by both you and your new spouse (as per the prescribed Annexure D format) confirming the marriage and the name change is required.
5. Proof of Name Change (If Reverting or Changing Significantly)
If you are changing your name beyond simply adopting your new spouse’s surname (e.g., reverting to an earlier name before adopting the new spouse’s name, or a more complex change), you might need:
- Deed Poll/Sworn Affidavit (Annexure ‘E’): An affidavit in the prescribed format (Annexure ‘E’) on a non-judicial stamp paper, declaring your intention to change your name.
- Newspaper Advertisements: In some cases, for significant name changes, you may be required to publish advertisements in two leading newspapers (one local, one national) declaring your name change.
6. New Spouse’s Passport (Optional, but Recommended)
- Self-attested photocopy of the new spouse’s Passport: This document is listed as Optional. However, providing it helps streamline the process by offering immediate verification of your new spouse’s correct name and details for inclusion in your document.
The Step-by-Step Process
Follow the official procedure through the Passport Seva portal:
- Online Application: Visit the official Passport Seva website and register/log in.
- Select Service: Choose “Apply for Re-issue of Passport.”
- Specify Change: Under the reason for re-issue, select “Change in Existing Personal Particulars” and tick the boxes for “Spouse Name” and “Name.”
- Form Filling: Accurately fill out the online application form, ensuring your new name and your new spouse’s details are correctly entered.
- Payment & Appointment: Pay the required fee online and schedule an appointment at the nearest Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK).
- PSK Visit: Carry all original documents (including proofs of previous marriage dissolution and remarriage) and one set of self-attested photocopies for verification on your appointment date.
Clarification on ECR and Non-ECR Categories
If you are unsure about your Emigration Check status, it is important to clarify it before applying:
- ECR (Emigration Check Required): Applies mainly to citizens who have not passed the 10th grade and are taking up non-professional employment in certain countries.
- Non-ECR (Emigration Check Not Required): Applies to individuals who are Matriculates (10th Pass) or above, income taxpayers, government employees, and specific categories of professionals and travelers.
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👉 Official Source: https://www.passportindia.gov.in/psp/docAdvisor/reissuePassport