Passport Application Procedure for Persons With Disabilities

Updated: Sat, 04/10/2025 - 17:05

Handicapped Passport

A Person with disabilities can apply for a passport online through Passport Seva Portal by following the same general process.
After filling out the application form and paying the fee, applicants must schedule an appointment and visit the PSK on the scheduled date.
On the appointment date, a non-disabled person may accompany and assist the applicant during the process.
Applicants with disabilities must provide a valid certificate as proof of physical or mental disability.
The disability certificate must be issued by the competent department.
Passport Seva Kendra or POPSKs have a dedicated helpdesk to assist such disabled applicants.
During the process, special assistance and facilities are provided to applicants with disabilities.

Online Application
- Open Passport Seva Portal.
- Register (if not a registered user)
- Login using the details.
Fill the Application Form
- Select Apply for Fresh Passport or Renewal.
- Fill out the personal details such as Name, Address, DOB, etc.
- Enter family details and emergency contact number.
- Upload documents and submit the form.
Pay the Application Fees
- Fee can be paid online through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI
Select the Passport Seva Kendra/POPSK and book your appointment.
Visit PSK on the scheduled appointment date with all documents in original.
After document verification at Passport Office, police verification will be conducted.
If the police verification report is positive, the passport is issued and sent to the applicant's address via speed post.

Disability Certificate.
Identity Proof
- PVC Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Ration Card, Driving License, or ID issued by the government department.
Address Proof
- Utility Bills (Electricity/Water), Bank Passbook, Rent Agreement, or PVC Aadhaar Card with current address.
Proof of Birth
- PAN Card or Birth Certificate.
If Married
- Marriage Certificate
- Annexue 'J' in absence of Marriage Certificate.
Educational Certificate (if available)

A dedicated help desk counter for disabled applicants is available at Passport Offices, ensuring the process is quicker.
Applicants with physical disabilities must present at the PSK/POPSK.
Disabled applicants also must follow the same police verification process as followed by the other applicants.

Similar to other passports, the validity of a passport issued to a person with disabilities is 10 years.

New Passport or its renewal takes 15-25 days if submitted under the Normal Category, and 10-15 days under the Tatkal Category.

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