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Re-issue of Passport for Adults on completion of Validity – 36 Pages

Overview:

Indian Passports are generally issued with a validity of 10 years for adults and 5 years for children up to the age of 15 years. Upon expiry, or when certain conditions apply, a new passport must be obtained as part of the re-issue process.

The practice of handwritten endorsements for changes in personal particulars (such as name, address, or appearance) is no longer followed. Therefore, any change in personal information requires issuance of a new passport.

A new passport is also required in the following cases:

  • When the existing passport has run out of pages for visas
  • One year prior to the expiry of a 10-year passport
  • Upon final expiry of the current passport
  • In cases of damage, loss, or theft
  • For correction of personal particulars

How To Apply

  1. Create an Account: Register on the Du Digital Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) website.
    Click here to register.

  2. Fill Out the Government of India’s Online Passport Application Form:
    Click here to access the form.

  3. Book an Appointment: Schedule your visit to Du Digital ICAC by choosing a suitable date and time.
    Click here to book your appointment
  4. Prepare Your Documents: Carry your passport, photographs, and all supporting documents as listed in the Documents Checklist section.
  5. Visit Du Digital ICAC: Visit the designated ICAC. The address and location will be mentioned in your appointment letter. Ensure you arrive 15 minutes before your appointment time.
  6. Submit Your Application & Pay Fees: Submit your documents and pay the applicable fees at ICAC. Refer to the Fee Details section for exact charges.
  7. Enroll for Biometrics (if required): Complete biometric enrollment if applicable.
  8. Application Submission Complete: You’ve successfully submitted your application.
  9. Track Your Application: Monitor your application’s status online.
    Click here to track your application

How to apply at a glance

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Register on our Website
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Refer to Visa Passport OCI Consular step
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Schedule Appointment
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Visit ICAC at scheduled date time
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Submit Application Deposit Fees Biometrics
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Track your Application Status on our website
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Collect processed document or delivery

Work Permit Holder / Tangdao Holder

  • Application form
  • Registration form
  • In case of lost passport, FIR must be reported, translated into English, and a covering letter explaining how it occurred must be attached.
  • In case of damaged passport, a covering letter explaining how the passport got damaged must be attached.
  • Photographs – 2*2 inches, white background – 2 photos
  • Passport copy of applicant – Front page (3 copies), Current Thai Visa (3 copies), Last page (3 copies), and any observation page (3 copies) – self-attested
  • Work Permit / Tangdao copy – 1 set – self-attested
  • If spouse’s name is not yet endorsed, provide Marriage Certificate copy:
    • If married in India, original certificate
    • If married in Thailand/elsewhere, certificate must be translated into English and attested by MFA Thailand or the respective embassy
  • Spouse passport copy – 1 set
  • If Thai Spouse changes name/surname, translated certificate attested by MFA Thailand must be attached
  • Indian Nationals married to Thai Nationals must provide Freedom to Marry/Bachelor’s Certificate
  • For change in Indian address – provide proof of new address
  • Attach copies of Aadhar card, PAN card, Voter ID (if available)
  • If the applicant cannot come personally, attach Authorization Letter with ID copy of authorized person
  • All original documents must be shown during submission at the center.

Non-O Dependent on Work Permit / Tangdao Holder

  • Application form
  • Registration form
  • In case one of the parents is deceased, separated, or divorced, please complete the Annexure-C form.
  • Annexure-D (below 18)
  • In case of lost passport, FIR must be reported, translated into English, and a covering letter explaining how it occurred must be attached.
  • In case of damaged passport, a covering letter explaining how the passport got damaged must be attached.
  • Photographs – 2*2 inches, white background – 2 photos
  • Passport copy of applicant – Front page (3 copies), Current Thai Visa (3 copies), Last page (3 copies), and any observation page (3 copies) – self-attested
  • Passport copy of the Main Visa holder – Front page, Current Thai Visa, Last page, and any observation page – 1 copy each – self-attested
  • Work Permit / Tangdao copy – 1 set – self-attested
  • If spouse’s name is not yet endorsed, provide Marriage Certificate copy:
    • If married in India, original certificate
    • If married in Thailand/elsewhere, certificate must be translated into English and attested by MFA Thailand or the respective embassy
  • Spouse passport copy – 1 set
  • If Thai Spouse changes name/surname, translated certificate attested by MFA Thailand must be attached
  • Indian Nationals married to Thai Nationals must provide Freedom to Marry/Bachelor’s Certificate
  • For change in Indian address – provide proof of new address
  • In the case of a name or signature change, applicants are required to complete the following form: Change of name (twice) and Change of signature (twice)
  • Attach copies of Aadhar card, PAN card, Voter ID (if available)
  • If the applicant cannot come personally, attach Authorization Letter with ID copy of authorized person
  • All original documents must be shown during submission at the center.
Non-O Dependent on Thai Spouse/Thai Child
    • Application form
    • Registration form
    • In case of Passport lost, FIR must be reported, translated into English, and a covering letter explaining the situation must be attached.
    • In case of Passport damaged, a covering letter must be written explaining how it got damaged.
    • Photographs – 2*2 inches, white background – 2 photos
    • Passport copy of applicant – Front page (3 copies), Current Thai Visa (3 copies), Last page (3 copies), and any observation page (3 copies) – self-attested
    • Work Permit – 1 set (if available) – self-attested
    • If spouse’s/child’s name is not yet endorsed:
      • Translate Birth Certificate / Marriage Certificate / House Registration / Thai ID into English and get attested by MFA Thailand
      • If spouse has Thai passport, attach a copy of Thai Passport and OCI (if any)
      • If married in Thailand, attach Freedom to Marry / Bachelor’s Certificate
    • If spouse/child has changed name or surname, provide translated name change certificate attested by MFA
    • For change in Indian address – provide proof of new address
    • In the case of a name or signature change, applicants are required to complete the following form: Change of name (twice) and Change of signature (twice)
  • Aadhar card, PAN card, Voter ID card copy (if any)
  • If the applicant cannot come personally, attach Authorization Letter with ID copy of authorized person
  • All original documents must be shown during submission at the center.

Non-O Retirement / Dependent on Retirement Visa Holder

  • Application form
  • Registration form
  • Photographs – 2*2 inches white background – 2 photos
  • Passport copy of applicant – Front page (3 copies), Current Thai Visa (3 copies), Last page (3 copies), Observation page (3 copies), all self-attested
  • For dependent on Retirement Visa holder: attach documents of the main Retirement Visa holder
  • Bank Statement showing minimum 800,000 Baht in applicant’s account
  • Letter by applicant stating relationship with sponsor
  • Sponsor Letter stating relationship and including sponsor’s documents (e.g., Indian passport copy, Work Permit/Tangdao) and bank statement
  • If spouse name is not endorsed:
    • Provide Marriage Certificate (if married in India)
    • If married in Thailand or elsewhere, certificate must be translated into English and attested by MFA Thailand or respective embassy
    • Attach Spouse’s passport copy – 1 set
  • If Thai Spouse changed name/surname, provide translated name change certificate attested by MFA Thailand
  • If married to Thai National, provide Freedom to Marry/Bachelor’s Certificate
  • In case of passport lost: FIR, translated into English, and a covering letter explaining the situation
  • In case of passport damaged: covering letter stating how damage occurred
  • For any change in Indian address – provide address proof
  • In the case of a name or signature change, applicants are required to complete the following form: Change of Name (twice) and Change of Signature (twice)
  • Aadhar card, Voter ID card, PAN card copy (if available)
  • If the applicant cannot come personally, provide Authorization Letter with ID of the person submitting on their behalf
  • All original documents must be shown at the time of submission at the center.

Documents for Children Under 18 Years

  • Application form filled
  • Registration form
  • In case one of the parents is deceased, separated, or divorced, please complete the Annexure-C form.
  • Annexure-D (below 18)
  • Photographs 2*2 inches white Background – 2 photos
  • Passport copy of applicant – Front page 3 copies, Current Thai Visa 3 copies, Last page 3 copies and any observation page 3 copies and self-attested
  • Parents passport copy Front, Thai Visa and last page – 1 copy each and self-attested
  • Parents Work permit / Tangdao / Employment letter from Organization for F visa holder – 1 set copy and self-attested
  • In case any change in signature, must write a letter of change in signature specifying old and new signature with parent’s verification signature on the letter.
  • In case of any change in the address in India must provide proof of change in address.
  • Aadhar card copy (if any)
  • In case Passport lost must report FIR and translate into English and attach a covering letter explaining how the situation occurred.
  • In case Passport Damaged must write a covering letter stating how the passport got damaged.
  • In the case of a name or signature change, applicants are required to complete the following form: Change of Name (twice) and Change of Signature (twice)
  • In case the applicant cannot come personally, an Authorization letter must be attached along with the ID of the person coming to submit on behalf.
  • ALL ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS ARE TO BE BROUGHT FOR VERIFICATION WHILE SUBMISSION.

“NON-ED”/ “Non-ED dependent”, STUDENT VISA/ Dependent on Student Visa HOLDER

  • Application form
  • Registration form
  • In case one of the parents is deceased, separated, or divorced, please complete the Annexure-C form.
  • Annexure-D
  • Photographs 2*2 inches white Background – 2 photos
  • Passport copy of applicant – Front page 3 copies, Current Thai Visa 3 copies, Last page 3 copies and any observation page 3 copies and self-attested
  • For the one who holds a dependent visa on a student visa must attach along the document of the Student Visa holder as well.
  • Status certificate from the institution (original to be given)
  • Student ID card copy – 1 copy
  • Copy of transcript of latest Semester.
  • Letter of sponsor by parents specifying payment of tuition fee done by parents and that the applicant is living in Thailand with Parents. And attach along parents passport copy and Work permit/Tangdao. Incase living with a guardian the parents must specify that in the letter as well and attach along a letter from the guardian and the guardian’s documents.
  • In case of any change in the address in India must provide proof of change in address.
  • In the case of a name or signature change, applicants are required to complete the following form: Change of Name (twice) and Change of Signature(twice)
  • Aadhar card, Voter Id, Pan card copy (if any)
  • In case Passport lost must report FIR and translate into English and attach a covering letter explaining how the situation occurred.
  • Incase Passport Damaged must write a covering stating how did the passport get damaged.
  • Incase if the applicant cannot come personally An Authorization letter must be attached along with the ID of the person coming to submit on behalf.
  • ALL ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS ARE TO BE BROUGHT FOR VERIFICATION WHILE SUBMISSION.

“NON – F” / “Dependent on Non – F” VISA HOLDER

  • Application form
  • Registration form
  • In case one of the parents is deceased, separated, or divorced, please complete the Annexure-C form.
  • Annexure-D
  • Photographs 2*2 inches white Background – 2 photos
  • Passport copy of applicant – Front page 3 copies, Current Thai Visa 3 copies, Last page 3 copies and any observation page 3 copies and self-attested
  • Employment Certificate from the organization (original to be given)
  • Employment ID Card copy / UN passport copy
  • For Non-F dependent Visa holder must attach along the NON-F Visa holder’s documents as well.
  • In case of any change in the address in India must provide proof of change in address.
  • In the case of a name or signature change, applicants are required to complete the following form: Change of Name (twice) and Change of Signature(twice)
  • Aadhar Card, Voter Id card, Pan card copy (if any)
  • In case Passport lost must report FIR and translate into English and attach a covering letter explaining how the situation occurred.
  • Incase Passport Damaged must write a covering stating how did the passport get damaged.
  • Incase if the applicant cannot come personally An Authorization letter must be attached along with the ID of the person coming to submit on behalf.
  • ALL ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS ARE TO BE BROUGHT FOR VERIFICATION WHILE SUBMISSION.
 

CHANGE IN NAME/SURNAME FOR ADULTS (ABOVE 18)

  • Application form
  • Registration form
  • In case one of the parents is deceased, separated, or divorced, please complete the Annexure-C form.
  • Annexure-D
  • Affidavit for change in name 2 copies to be filled
  • Affidavit from Court in India for name/surname change and attested Notary
  • Cover letter for change in name/surname
  • Indian Identities must be attached along. (Aadhar card, Voter ID card, Pan card, Driving License)
  • Photographs 2*2 inches white Background – 2 photos
  • Passport copy of applicant – Front page 3 copies, Current Thai Visa 3 copies, Last page 3 copies and any observation page 3 copies and self-attested.
  • Documents for Thai Visa depends on the category of Thai visa applicant holds
  • Advertisement in Indian Newspaper and Thai Newspaper, original newspaper to be submitted and after advertisement must wait 1 month and then can apply for change in name/surname.
  • In case of Spouse name not yet endorsed must provide Marriage certificate copy (if married in India), if married in Thailand/elsewhere marriage certificate must be translated into English and attested by MFA Thailand/that particular country’s embassy in Thailand.
  • In the case of a name or signature change, applicants are required to complete the following form: Change of Name (twice) and Change of Signature(twice)
  • Along with marriage certificate must provide Spouse passport copy as well 1 set.
  • If Thai Spouse changes Name and Surname must get the certificate translated into English and attested by MFA Thailand.
  • For Indians Nationals who registered their Marriage in Thailand with a Thai National must provide a copy for Freedom to Marry/Bachelor’s Certificate as well.
  • In case of any change in the address in India must provide proof of change in address.
  • In case Passport lost must report FIR and translate into English and attach a covering letter explaining how the situation occurred.
  • Incase Passport Damaged must write a covering stating how did the passport get damaged.
  • Incase if the applicant cannot come personally An Authorization letter must be attached along with the ID of the person coming to submit on behalf.
  • ALL ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS ARE TO BE BROUGHT FOR VERIFICATION WHILE SUBMISSION.

CHANGE IN NAME/SURNAME FOR MINOR (UNDER 15 YEARS)

    • Application form
    • Registration form
    • In case one of the parents is deceased, separated, or divorced, please complete the Annexure-C form.
    • Annexure D
    • Affidavit for change in name 2 copies to be filled
    • Cover letter for change in name/surname
    • Must provide Notary attested papers from Court in India For change in name/surname
    • Attach along 2 Indian Identities
    • Advertisement in Indian Newspaper and Thai Newspaper, original newspaper to be submitted and after advertisement must wait 1 month and then can apply for change in name/surname.
    • Photographs 2*2 inches white Background – 2 photos
    • Passport copy of applicant – Front page 3 copies, Current Thai Visa 3 copies, Last page 3 copies and any observation page 3 copies and self-attested.
    • Documents for Thai Visa depend on the category of Thai visa applicant holds.
    • In case of any change in the address in India must provide proof of change in address.
    • Incase if the applicant cannot come personally An Authorization letter must be attached along with the ID of the person coming to submit on behalf.
  • ALL ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS ARE TO BE BROUGHT FOR VERIFICATION WHILE SUBMISSION.

Fees Details

Sub Service Type CONSULAR FEE (เธฟ) ICWF FEE (เธฟ) SERVICE FEE (เธฟ) TOTAL FEES (เธฟ)
Ordinary Passport - 36 Pages เธฟ 2,440 เธฟ 65 เธฟ 11 เธฟ 2,516

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. When should I apply for re-issue of my passport upon completion of its validity?
You can apply for a re-issue of your passport within one year before its expiry date. It is recommended not to wait until the last moment to avoid travel delays.

2. What booklet will I receive in the re-issue?
If you are applying for a standard passport, you will receive a 36-page Machine Readable Passport (MRP) booklet with a validity of 10 years (if you are above 18 years of age).

3. What documents are required for re-issue upon expiry?
You must submit:

  • A copy of your current passport (first and last page)
  • Any page with visa stamps
  • Proof of valid residence (if abroad)

Refer to the Documents Checklist section for complete details.

4. Will I get the same passport number upon re-issue?
No. A new passport number will be issued. However, your old passport number will be recorded in the new booklet for reference.

5. Can I continue using my old passport during the re-issue process?
No. Once the new passport is granted, your old passport is automatically cancelled. Do not travel using the old passport after re-issue.

6. Do I need to visit Du Digital ICAC in person?
Yes. You are required to appear in person at Du Digital ICAC (with prior appointment) for document submission and verification.

7. How long does the re-issue process take?
Processing may take up to seven weeks. You will receive SMS updates and can track your application status through the Track Application section online.

8. Can I choose a 60-page (jumbo) booklet instead of a 36-page one?
Yes. If you are a frequent traveler and your passport pages are exhausted quickly, you may opt for a jumbo 60-page booklet by selecting the option during application.

9. Do I need to submit my original passport with the application?
Yes. Your original passport must be submitted at the time of application for verification purposes. It will be returned to you along with the new passport after cancellation.

10. Is self-attestation of documents required?
Yes. All copies of supporting documents must be self-attested by the applicant before submission.