What are the Documents Required for a Passport to Study Abroad?

Your study abroad dream will start in action after getting a passport, as you can take your IELTS exam and start your application process only after having a passport. So, you must plan ahead, and the first step is your passport.

Passports are essential for people to travel abroad for business or if you plan to study abroad, such as study in UK , Canada etc., as it is the document that specifies your citizenship. As a study abroad applicant, you will require your passport at different stages, like at the time of the IELTS Exam, visa processing, and departure.

When is the Right Time to Apply for a Passport?

There is no right or wrong time to apply for a passport, as now even a newborn can have one. Even if you are not planning to travel abroad, you can apply for a passport that might help you later. 

To apply for a passport, you need to complete the application online and make an appointment to visit your nearby passport center physically. Passport applications are accepted and processed year-round. 

But make sure to have a passport beforehand if you plan to study abroad. The total processing time is around 30-45 days from applying to getting a passport.

Where to Apply for a Passport, and Is There Any Processing Fee?

You can apply for a passport online through the Passport website, meaning you need to visit the Passport Seva Kendra website or mobile app for application, and on the day of the appointment, you need to visit Passport Seva Kendra at your nearby location.

Regarding the processing fee, you will be charged ₹1500 for a 36-page passport booklet and ₹2000 for a 60-page passport booklet. 

What are the Required Documents To Apply for a Passport? 

To apply for a passport, you must submit one proof of date of birth (DOB) and one proof of address document along with your application.

Here is the list of documents that are valid as proof of date of birth, and you can consider anyone of them: 
 

• Aadhaar card or e-Aadhaar
• Driving License
• Birth certificate
• Voter ID
• School transfer certificate
• PAN card
• Orphanage/Child care home's declaration of the DOB on letterhead

List of documents valid for proof of address:

• Aadhaar card
• Photo id card issued by the election commission
• Electricity bill
• Rental agreement
• Landline/water bill
• Voter ID
• Proof of gas connection
• The first and the last page of a parent's valid passport copy (for minors)

Step-by-Step Process to Apply for a Passport.

Step 1: The very first step is to visit  https://www.passportindia.gov.in/ . Signup on the website or mobile application.

Step 2: Next step is to log in to the portal using your username and password 

Step 3: Click "Apply for a fresh passport." This will take you to the application form.

Step 4: Fill out the application form, and before submitting it, make sure the information you provide is correct. If you are not sure about the details, you can stop at any point but make sure to save the application if you want to do so. 

Step 5: After completing it, re-check the application and submit it.

Step 6: Then click on 'Pay and schedule appointment' to make payment. After getting the payment confirmation, you can select the appointment day as shown in the calendar to visit the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Regional Passport Office (RPO) nearest you. 

Step 7: Before going, print your application receipt and take your original proof of birth, proof of address and your 10th class mark sheet with you.

Who Can Apply for a Student Passport?

To apply for a student passport, you must be above the age of 18 as you will be considered an adult and get access to self-attest your documents. But if you are a minor, your parents must attest to the documents, and proof of their address will be accepted. Minor applicants are entitled to non-ECR until they attain 18 years of age.  For more information, you can contact the best study abroad consultants and get your queries answered.

Wrapping up

Passports are essential to travel abroad, do business, or study. If you plan to study abroad, you must first apply for your passport. If you have a passport, you can do your work efficiently without any issues. In addition, a passport will allow you to sit for the IELTS exam, and your IELTS exam score will then help you get to the right university and start with the study visa process.

The Edmissions team is here to provide you with help throughout the college application process. Before you submit your application to your desired college or university, it is recommended that you get in touch with a Edmissions specialist by registering on the website edmissions.com . 
 

To learn more about application processing, contact our Edmissions specialists at [email protected] . 

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