Passport document checklist, by scenario
The passport that gets rejected is usually the one that arrived with the wrong proof for its category. This checklist sorts the documents by situation — fresh, renewal, minor, address or name change, lost or damaged — so you carry exactly what your case needs.
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Why passport documents trip people up
Unlike many applications, a passport does not have a single document list — it has a different list for each situation. A fresh applicant, someone renewing, a parent applying for a child, and someone whose passport was lost all need different proofs and, in some cases, specific annexures. Find your scenario below and carry that set. For the authoritative, self-updating list, the Passport Seva Document Advisor is the final word.
Two proofs almost everyone needs
Nearly every category needs a proof of present address and a proof of date of birth / identity. Get those two right first; the scenario-specific papers sit on top of them. Print this page (Ctrl+P) and tick as you gather.
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Find your situation
Fresh passport (first-time adult)
- Proof of present address — Aadhaar, utility bill, rent agreement, bank passbook or similar.
- Proof of date of birth — birth certificate, Aadhaar, PAN, or a school leaving certificate.
- Aadhaar and PAN for identity.
- Any annexure required for your particular circumstances.
Passport renewal / re-issue
- Your existing (old) passport — original plus self-attested copies of the first and last pages.
- Proof of present address if it has changed since the last passport.
- Any document supporting a change you want on re-issue (name, address, appearance of new pages).
Minor's passport (child under 18)
- Child's birth certificate.
- Both parents' passports or identity/address proof.
- The applicable parental-consent annexure — the exact one depends on the family situation.
- Recent photographs as specified for minors.
Address change
- Existing passport and proof of the new present address.
Name change (after marriage, gazette, etc.)
- Existing passport plus the document evidencing the new name — marriage certificate, published gazette, or the relevant annexure.
- A published gazette entry is often the cleanest proof for a name change.
Lost or damaged passport
- Police report / FIR for a lost passport.
- The damaged passport itself, where available.
- The specific affidavit/annexure these cases require, plus your address and DOB proofs.
From checklist to a booked appointment
- Confirm your category. Fresh, renewal, minor, name/address change, or lost/damaged — each has its own set above.
- Assemble the two constants. Present-address proof and date-of-birth/identity proof come first.
- Add the scenario papers and annexure. The right annexure for a minor or a lost passport prevents an on-the-spot rejection.
- Let us verify and book. We check your set against the official Document Advisor and assist with the Passport Seva appointment.
For the full detail behind each category, see our passport documents guide, the passport fees page, and why passports get rejected.
The bottom line
There are two ways forward from here: bookmark this page and handle each step yourself, or send one WhatsApp message and have our team carry it. Either way you now know exactly what should happen — which is how we like our clients: informed.
Passport checklist — common questions
Is there one document list for all passports?
Which annexure do I need?
Do you charge for the passport itself?
Can I use a gazette to change my name on my passport?
My address proof is in a family member's name — is that a problem?
Not sure which passport list is yours?
Tell us your situation on WhatsApp. We will name the exact documents and annexure you need, check your photos, and help book the appointment — for a ₹499 assistance fee.