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Raw Queries and Responses

1. Shard Calculation

Query:

Response:

Calculated Shard: 67 (from laksa029)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa067.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/","crawl_time":1776212631,"first_indexed_time":1612300419,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,vfsglobal!services,\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/ s443","src_root_hash":"855781762544056867","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Passport Information","meta_descriptions":[""],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Jurisdictions\nBermuda, District of Columbia, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia\nConnecticut, Maine, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Delaware\nAlabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virgin Islands\nIllinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, and Wisconsin\nArkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas\nArizona, California, Island of Guam, Hawaii, Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, U.S. Territory of American Samoa, Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, Imperial Riverside, San Bernadino, Ventura, Santa Barbara, Kern and San Luis Obispo, Nevada and New Mexico\nOregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Alaska, Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota.\nMaine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont","attrs_markdown":"[![VFS GLOBAL](https:\/\/www.vfsglobal.com\/en\/assets\/images\/vfs-global-logo.svg)](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/ \"VFS Global logo\")\n\nApply for visa to India [![India Flag](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/images\/India.png)](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/index.html \"India Flag\")In USA\n\n[![VFS Global, Partnering Governments. Providing Solutions.](https:\/\/www.vfsglobal.com\/en\/assets\/images\/vfs-global-logo.svg)](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/ \"VFS Global logo icon\")\n\nApply for visa to India [![czechrepublic Flag](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/images\/India.png)](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/index.html \"India Flag\")In USA\n\n[Home](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/usa\/en\/ind\/) → [Apply Visa](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/usa\/en\/ind\/apply-passport) → Visa Type\n\n# Passport Information\n## Passport Related Services\nYou may submit your passport application at the VFS India Consular Application Centre.\n\nSelect the visa type that is right for you to see important information on visa fees, documents required, forms, photo specifications and processing times.\n\n### Re-issuance of Passport - Tatkal Service\n'TATKAL' Passport Service is an 'Emergency' Passport Service. All applicants (except below-mentioned categories) residing in the USA and having valid Passport and Valid Visa Status (i.e., “Visa Page\/EAD\/Green Card\/I-797A Approval Notice) are eligible to apply for re-issue of Passport under Tatkal Passport Scheme\n\n**Below the list of Category of applicants are not eligible to apply under Tatkal Passport Scheme:**\n\n- Lost\/ Stolen Passport\/ Damaged beyond recognition\n- Renewal of Short Validity Passport (SVP)\n- Change in Name\n- Change in Sex\n- Change of Appearance (Minors can apply)\n- Change\/ Correction of Date of birth\n- Change\/ Correction of Place of birth\n- Change in Signature (Minors can apply)\n- Change of Father\/ Mother's name\n\n- #### Processing Time\n  - 3 to 4 business days (excluding VFS’s processing time), if the Police Verification Report (PVR) is clear and all documents submitted are in order.\n  - If the Police Verification Report (PVR) is not clear or pending, the processing time will be approximately 30 days or more (excluding VFS’s processing time). In such cases, the processing time depends on the availability of clear PVR from concerned authorities in India.\n  - In complex cases, such as adoption, application on behalf of a minor from a single parent, a major name change, duplicate passport, doubtful documentation, the processing time will be approximately 30 days or more (excluding VFS’s processing time).\n- #### Tatkal Fees\n  |   |   |   |   |   |   |   |\n  |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|\n  | **TATKAL** |   |   |   |   |   |   |\n  | **Applicant Type** | **Passport Validity** | **Passport fee** | **Tatkal fee** | **ICWF** | **VFS FEE** | **Total** |\n  | Adult - 18 years and above | 10 years | \\$ 75.00 | \\$ 150.00 | \\$ 2.00 | \\$ 19.00 | \\$ 246 |\n  | 10 years -Jumbo Booklet | \\$ 100.00 | \\$ 150.00 | \\$ 2.00 | \\$ 19.00 | \\$ 271 |   |\n  | Minor - Less than 15 Years | 5 years | \\$ 50.00 | \\$ 150.00 | \\$ 2.00 | \\$ 19.00 | \\$ 221 |\n  | Minor between 15 - 18 Years | 10 Years | \\$ 75.00 | \\$ 150.00 | \\$ 2.00 | \\$ 19.00 | \\$ 246 |\n  | 10 years -Jumbo Booklet | \\$ 100.00 | \\$ 150.00 | \\$ 2.00 | \\$ 19.00 | \\$ 271 |   |\n  \n  ****Note:**** Online payment convenience charges @3.75% will be charged over and above the total payment. We accept Master Card, Visa only\n- #### How to get started with the Tatkal Application?\n  Please follow the below steps in sequential order: -\n  \n  - #### Step 1: I have reviewed the overview and ready to review the checklist to identify specific requirements.\n    The checklist for the application category that you apply for will provide details on which specific forms you may need to download. In some instances, there may be more than one form. Don’t forget to review [Photograph Specification](https:\/\/visa.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/oci-services\/pdf\/photo-specification.pdf)\n    \n    Complete a separate checklist and application form\/s for each person applying. Ensure the documents are complete in all aspects and forms are duly where needed.\n    \n    | Mandatory or Non-Mandatory | Re-issuance of Passport - Adult | Re-Issuance \/ Fresh Passport - Minor |\n    |---|---|---|\n    | MANDATORY | [Document Checklist](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/Document-Checklist-Adult-2026-updated.pdf) | [Document Checklist - Fresh Passport](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/Document-Checklist-Fresh-Passport-Aug-2025.pdf)[Document Checklist - Passport Re-Issuance](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/Document-Checklist-Passport-Re-Issuance-2026-updated-minor.pdf) |\n    | MANDATORY | \\- | [Annexure - D & Notarized](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/annexure-d-jan-25.pdf) |\n    | MANDATORY | [Annexure - E](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/annexure-e-mandatory.pdf) | [Annexure - E](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/annexure-e-mandatory.pdf) |\n    | MANDATORY | [Affidavit for change of appearance & signature - Notarized](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/latest-affidavit-for-change-in-appearance-and-signature.pdf) | [Affidavit for change of appearance & signature - Notarized](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/latest-affidavit-for-change-in-appearance-and-signature.pdf) |\n    | MANDATORY (Only required for Cases where One parent has not given Consent) | \\- | [Annexure - C](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/annexure-c-jan-25.pdf) |\n  - #### Step 2:I have reviewed the overview, checklist, and am ready to complete the online application form.\n    Please refer to the table below and select the correct Indian Mission when filling out your online Application Form.\n    \n    **Please Note:** Incorrect selection will require you to fill a new form.\n    \n    | Locations of VFS India Consular Application Centre | VFS India Consular Application Centre - Washington | VFS India Consular Application Centre - New York | VFS India Consular Application Centre - Atlanta | VFS India Consular Application Centre-Chicago | VFS India Consular Application Centre-Houston | VFS India Consular Application Centre-San Francisco | VFS India Consular Application Centre- Seattle & Bellevue | VFS India Consular Application Centre- Boston |\n    |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|\n    | Jurisdictions | Bermuda, District of Columbia, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia | Connecticut, Maine, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Delaware | Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virgin Islands | Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, and Wisconsin | Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas | Arizona, California, Island of Guam, Hawaii, Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, U.S. Territory of American Samoa, Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, Imperial Riverside, San Bernadino, Ventura, Santa Barbara, Kern and San Luis Obispo, Nevada and New Mexico | Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Alaska, Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota. | Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont |\n    \n    [Apply Now - Govt. Online Form](https:\/\/embassy.passportindia.gov.in\/)\n    \n    - Once you have completed the form on the <https:\/\/embassy.passportindia.gov.in\/> site , please also note the Application Reference number (ARN), Print it & return to VFS Website to proceed with the subsequent steps to complete the application onward submission process. Note: Filling or submitting online form on Govt. website does not complete the process, you will have to submit the physical application to VFS India Consular Application Centre.\n    - Date Format on all forms must follow DD\/MM\/YYYY format. Date of Birth cannot be corrected after issuance of document, and you would need to reapply again’\n  - #### Step 3:How do I submit my application?\n    Now that you have completed Step 3, you’re ready to submit your application. Make sure you have signed the application form\/s and checklist where required and have all supporting documents in place.\n    \n    Incomplete applications or applications with incorrect photographs specifications cannot be accepted and will be returned. Refer to Application and Service Terms Complete Online profile to Pay the fee, generate courier labels and subsequent instructions\n    \n    [Complete Questionnaire and Create Profile](https:\/\/row4.vfsglobal.com\/IHCUSPostalAppointment\/IHCQuestionnaire\/Index?q=shSA0YnE4pLF9Xzwon\/x\/PpYJNc6tVYvHRijnlGjPCAkTJhlFZMmqoidQtaOLB02b6MUlVJYs451ljwqdEp1gtmFpUBTGmrQzPgEV4Nf87vc382F6SI8kzNZeTYRNY1S)\n- #### Mode of Submission: Shipping\n  - It is recommended that you purchase your shipment and mail the application to the VFS Centre\n- #### Timings\n  Submission by Courier: (Monday to Friday (except Holidays) between 09:00 - 15:30)\n  \n  Submission by Appointment: (Monday to Saturday (except Holidays))\n\n### Re-issuance of Passport\n- Overview\n- Passport Fees & Documents Required\n- Processing Times\n\nOverview\n\n- Overview\n- PassportFees & Documents Required\n- ProcessingTimes\n\n- #### Overview\n  - In compliance with the regulations of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), only machine-readable printed passports are now to be accepted for international travel.\n    Fresh Passports are issued to newborns only\n    **General Information**\n    An Indian passport is normally valid for 10 years from the date of its issue. It must be replaced with a fresh passport after expiry of its validity. Application for a fresh passport can be made up to one year before the date of expiry of the present passport. It is always better to apply well in time. Similarly, if your passport is due to expire but has not lived its life of 10 years you should apply well in time for its renewal.\n    You must apply online. Paper forms are not acceptable because the Government of India has developed an online Indian Passport Application form in keeping with need to ensure uniformity in processing of Indian Passports across the globe by all Indian Missions. Given this requirement, we are unable to accept any manual forms for the same.\n    #### Guidelines for Shipping Service & its packaging\n    - **Third Party Offered Courier Service - points to note**\n      - You can purchase third party offered courier service.\n      - Please enclose only one application per package. Don’t enclose multiple applications in the same package.\n      - Your return shipping address must match with the proof of address submitted as part of your application.\n      - VFS won't be responsible for any delays or damages if packages are in transit for inbound or outbound couriers.\n      - Return address on the shipping label must match the address on the application form. Do not provide shipping address of Courier stores or Hold at Location stations.\n      - We don’t accept USPS pre-paid labels having expiry date limitation.\n      - You are responsible for tracking your package and schedule a pick up from the VFS Consular application Centre once ready.\n      - VFS won't be responsible for any delays or damages if packages are in transit for inbound or outbound couriers.\n  - #### Policy - Return of incomplete documents after 20 days.\n    **Incomplete application:** If the application is not completed within 20 calendar days, then VFS will return your application unprocessed. In this scenario, the Consular and ICWF fee will be refunded post deduction of applicable postal charges (if applicable). Photocopy documents received after 20 days will be shredded and originals if any received will be returned to the Embassy of India or Consulate General of India. Applicants should contact the Embassy of India or Consulate General of India directly to receive their original documents, once VFS returns the original documents to the Embassy of India or Consulate General of India. In this scenario, only the Consular and ICWF fee will be refunded post deduction of applicable postal charges (if applies).\n  - #### Policy – Additional documents after 07 days.\n    **Additional documents:** If the additional documents are not completed within 07 calendar days then Embassy\/Consulates may stop processing your application. In this scenario, no fees will be refunded.\n- #### Passport Fees & Documents Required\n  **Passport Fee structure:**\n  \n  #### Re-issue of passport\n  |   |   |   |   |   |   |\n  |---|---|---|---|---|---|\n  | **REGULAR** |   |   |   |   |   |\n  | **Applicant Type** | **Passport Validity** | **Ordinary Booklet - 36 pages** | **ICWF** | **VFS FEE** | **Total** |\n  | Adult - 18 years and above | 10 years | \\$ 75.00 | \\$ 2.00 | \\$ 19.00 | \\$ 96 |\n  | 10 years -Jumbo Booklet | \\$ 100.00 | \\$ 2.00 | \\$ 19.00 | \\$ 121 |   |\n  | Minor - Less than 15 Years | 5 years | \\$ 50.00 | \\$ 2.00 | \\$ 19.00 | \\$ 71 |\n  | Minor between 15 - 18 Years | 10 years | \\$ 75.00 | \\$ 2.00 | \\$ 19.00 | \\$ 96 |\n  | 10 years -Jumbo Booklet | \\$ 100.00 | \\$ 2.00 | \\$ 19.00 | \\$ 121 |   |\n  \n  **Note:** Online payment\/ Payment by card (s) convenience charges @3.75% will be charged over and over the total payment.We accept Master Card, Visa only\n  \n  If paying by Money order or Banker or Cashier check, then it should be made in favor of “VFS Services (USA) Inc.\n  #### Re-issue of passport in case of lost or damage passport\n  |   |   |   |   |   |   |   |\n  |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|\n  | **RE-ISSUE OF PASSPORT IN CASE OF LOST OR DAMAGE PASSPORT** |   |   |   |   |   |   |\n  | **Applicant Type** | **Passport Validity** | **Ordinary Booklet - 36 pages** | **ICWF** | **VFS FEE** | **Total** | **NOTES** |\n  | Adult - 18 years and above | 10 years | \\$ 150.00 | \\$ 2.00 | \\$ 19.00 | \\$ 171 | **NOT ELIGIBLE FOR TATKAAL** |\n  | 10 years -Jumbo Booklet | \\$ 175.00 | \\$ 2.00 | \\$ 19.00 | \\$ 196 |   |   |\n  | Minor - Less than 15 Years | 5 years | \\$ 150.00 | \\$ 2.00 | \\$ 19.00 | \\$ 171 |   |\n  | Minor between 15 - 18 Years | 10 Years | \\$ 150.00 | \\$ 2.00 | \\$ 19.00 | \\$ 171 |   |\n  | 10 years -Jumbo Booklet | \\$ 175.00 | \\$ 2.00 | \\$ 19.00 | \\$ 196 |   |   |\n  \n  **Note:** Online payment\/ Payment by card (s) convenience charges @3.75% will be charged over and over the total payment.We accept Master Card, Visa only\n  \n  If paying by Money order or Banker or Cashier check, then it should be made in favor of “VFS Services (USA) Inc.\n  \n  #### Documents Required\n  | Mandatory or Non-Mandatory | Re-issuance of Passport - Adult | Re-Issuance \/ Fresh Passport - Minor |\n  |---|---|---|\n  | MANDATORY | [Document Checklist for Re-issuance with Passport](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/new_adult_reissue_of_passport_new-jan-updated.pdf)[Document Checklist for Re-issuance In lieu of Lost Passport](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/new_adult_re-issue_of_passport_in_lieu_of_lost-new.pdf) [Document Checklist in lieu of Damaged Passport](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/new_adult-re-issue_of_passport_in_lieu_of_damaged-June19-doc-revised-updated.pdf) | [Document Checklist for Re-issuance with Passport](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/MINOR-CHECKLIST-RE-ISSUE-OF-PASSPORT-Jan-2025-June-19-doc-revised-updated.pdf)[Document Checklist for Re-issuance In lieu of Lost Passport](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/MINOR-CHECKLIST-REISSUE-OF-PASSPORT-IN-LIEU-OF-LOST-Jan-2025-June-19-doc-revised-updated.pdf) [Document Checklist in lieu of Damaged Passport](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/MINOR-CHECKLIST%E2%80%93REISSUE-OF-PASSPORT-IN-LIEU-OF-DAMAGED-2025-June-19-doc-revised-updated.pdf) |\n  | MANDATORY | \\- | [Annexure - D & Notarized](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/annexure-d-jan-25.pdf) |\n  | MANDATORY | [Annexure - E](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/annexure-e-mandatory.pdf) | [Annexure - E](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/annexure-e-mandatory.pdf) |\n  | MANDATORY | [Affidavit for change of appearance & signature - Notarized](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/latest-affidavit-for-change-in-appearance-and-signature_updated.pdf) | [Affidavit for change of appearance & signature - Notarized](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/latest-affidavit-for-change-in-appearance-and-signature_updated.pdf) |\n  | MANDATORY (Only required for Cases where One parent has not given Consent\\] | \\- | [Annexure - C](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/annexure-c-jan-25.pdf) |\n  | MANDATORY (if Applicable) | [Affidavit of name change - Notarized](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/name-change-affidavit.pdf) | [Affidavit of name change - Notarized](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/name-change-affidavit.pdf) |\n  | MANDATORY for Loss or Damaged cases | [Annexure - F](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/annexure-f.pdf) | [Annexure - F](https:\/\/services.vfsglobal.com\/one-pager\/india\/united-states-of-america\/passport-services\/pdf\/annexure-f.pdf) |\n- #### Processing Times\n  3 weeks once the application reaches to the Consulate\/Embassy\n\n### Fresh Passport\n- Overview\n- Passport Fees & Documents Required\n- Processing Times\n\nOverview\n\n- Overview\n- PassportFees & Documents Required\n- ProcessingTimes\n\n- #### Overview\n  - In compliance with the regulations of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), only machine-readable printed passports are now to be accepted for international travel.\n    A new passport needs to be obtained where the existing Passports have run out of available pages for visas etc. A new passport can be issued one year before the final expiry or on the final expiry of any passport issued for full validity of 10 years (5 years in the case of minors).\n    #### Guidelines for Shipping Service & its packaging\n    - **VFS offered courier service via FedEx - points to note**\n      - You can select and pay for VFS provided courier service at the time of paying the fee online on VFS website.\n      - Please enclose only one application per package. Don’t enclose multiple applications in the same package.\n      - If used VFS offered courier service via FedEx, Max. weight limit per package should be less than 0.5 Lbs & its a signature not required service.\n      - Pick-up from home\/ office service is not included in the price. If you use any additional service, please ensure you make a separate payment directly with FedEx.\n      - Only FedEx Pak, FedEx envelope or or FedEx reusable envelope packaging can be used while shipping your application to the VFS Indian Consular Application Centre. Do not use FedEx box or tube. Additional charges will apply if any other type of packaging is used which must be paid before your application is processed.\n      - Your return shipping address must match with the proof of address submitted as part of your application.\n      - VFS won't be responsible for any delays or damages if packages are in transit for inbound or outbound couriers.\n    - **Use your own pre-paid labels**\n      - FedEx pre-paid labels are not acceptable to return your documents.\n      - Return address on the shipping label must match the address on the application form. Do not provide shipping address of Courier stores or Hold at Location stations.\n      - We don’t accept USPS pre-paid labels having expiry date limitation.\n      - Since our agreement of services is with UPS only, we cannot guarantee collection of your shipment by any other service provider from our office. You are responsible for tracking your package and schedule a pick up from the VFS Consular application Centre once ready.\n      - VFS won't be responsible for any delays or damages if packages are in transit for inbound or outbound couriers.\n  - #### Policy - Return of incomplete documents after 20 days.\n    **Incomplete application:** If the application is not completed within 20 calendar days, then VFS will return your application unprocessed. In this scenario, the Consular and ICWF fee will be refunded post deduction of applicable postal charges (if applicable). Photocopy documents received after 20 days will be shredded and originals if any received will be returned to the Embassy of India or Consulate General of India. Applicants should contact the Embassy of India or Consulate General of India directly to receive their original documents, once VFS returns the original documents to the Embassy of India or Consulate General of India. In this scenario, only the Consular and ICWF fee will be refunded post deduction of applicable postal charges (if applies).\n  - #### Policy – Additional documents after 07 days.\n    **Additional documents:** If the additional documents are not completed within 07 calendar days then Embassy\/Consulates may stop processing your application. In this scenario, no fees will be refunded.\n- #### Passport Fees & Documents Required\n  **Passport Fee structure:**\n  \n  #### Fresh Passport Fees\n  |   |   |   |   |   |   |\n  |---|---|---|---|---|---|\n  | **REGULAR** |   |   |   |   |   |\n  | **Applicant Type** | **Passport Validity** | **Ordinary Booklet - 36 pages** | **ICWF** | **VFS FEE** | **Total** |\n  | Minor - Less than 15 Years | 5 years | \\$ 50.00 | \\$ 2.00 | \\$ 19.00 | \\$ 71.00 |\n  #### Tatkal Fees\n  |   |   |   |   |   |   |   |\n  |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|\n  | **TATKAAL** |   |   |   |   |   |   |\n  | **Applicant Type** | **Passport Validity** | **Passport fee** | **Tatkal fee** | **ICWF** | **VFS FEE** | **Total** |\n  | Minor - Less than 15 Years | 5 years | \\$50 | 150 | \\$2 | \\$19.00 | \\$221.00 |\n  \n  **Note:** Online payment\/ Payment by card (s) convenience charges @3.75% will be charged over and over the total payment. 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Select the visa type that is right for you to see important information on visa fees, documents required, forms, photo specifications and processing times. ### Re-issuance of Passport - Tatkal Service 'TATKAL' Passport Service is an 'Emergency' Passport Service. All applicants (except below-mentioned categories) residing in the USA and having valid Passport and Valid Visa Status (i.e., “Visa Page/EAD/Green Card/I-797A Approval Notice) are eligible to apply for re-issue of Passport under Tatkal Passport Scheme Below the list of Category of applicants are not eligible to apply under Tatkal Passport Scheme: - Lost/ Stolen Passport/ Damaged beyond recognition - Renewal of Short Validity Passport (SVP) - Change in Name - Change in Sex - Change of Appearance (Minors can apply) - Change/ Correction of Date of birth - Change/ Correction of Place of birth - Change in Signature (Minors can apply) - Change of Father/ Mother's name - #### Processing Time - 3 to 4 business days (excluding VFS’s processing time), if the Police Verification Report (PVR) is clear and all documents submitted are in order. - If the Police Verification Report (PVR) is not clear or pending, the processing time will be approximately 30 days or more (excluding VFS’s processing time). In such cases, the processing time depends on the availability of clear PVR from concerned authorities in India. - In complex cases, such as adoption, application on behalf of a minor from a single parent, a major name change, duplicate passport, doubtful documentation, the processing time will be approximately 30 days or more (excluding VFS’s processing time). - #### Tatkal Fees \| \| \| \| \| \| \| \| \|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\| \| TATKAL \| \| \| \| \| \| \| \| Applicant Type \| Passport Validity \| Passport fee \| Tatkal fee \| ICWF \| VFS FEE \| Total \| \| Adult - 18 years and above \| 10 years \| \$ 75.00 \| \$ 150.00 \| \$ 2.00 \| \$ 19.00 \| \$ 246 \| \| 10 years -Jumbo Booklet \| \$ 100.00 \| \$ 150.00 \| \$ 2.00 \| \$ 19.00 \| \$ 271 \| \| \| Minor - Less than 15 Years \| 5 years \| \$ 50.00 \| \$ 150.00 \| \$ 2.00 \| \$ 19.00 \| \$ 221 \| \| Minor between 15 - 18 Years \| 10 Years \| \$ 75.00 \| \$ 150.00 \| \$ 2.00 \| \$ 19.00 \| \$ 246 \| \| 10 years -Jumbo Booklet \| \$ 100.00 \| \$ 150.00 \| \$ 2.00 \| \$ 19.00 \| \$ 271 \| \| **Note: Online payment convenience charges @3.75% will be charged over and above the total payment. We accept Master Card, Visa only - #### How to get started with the Tatkal Application? Please follow the below steps in sequential order: - - #### Step 1: I have reviewed the overview and ready to review the checklist to identify specific requirements. The checklist for the application category that you apply for will provide details on which specific forms you may need to download. In some instances, there may be more than one form. Don’t forget to review [Photograph Specification](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/oci-services/pdf/photo-specification.pdf) Complete a separate checklist and application form/s for each person applying. Ensure the documents are complete in all aspects and forms are duly where needed. \| Mandatory or Non-Mandatory \| Re-issuance of Passport - Adult \| Re-Issuance / Fresh Passport - Minor \| \|---\|---\|---\| \| MANDATORY \| [Document Checklist](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/Document-Checklist-Adult-2026-updated.pdf) \| [Document Checklist - Fresh Passport](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/Document-Checklist-Fresh-Passport-Aug-2025.pdf)[Document Checklist - Passport Re-Issuance](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/Document-Checklist-Passport-Re-Issuance-2026-updated-minor.pdf) \| \| MANDATORY \| \- \| [Annexure - D & Notarized](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/annexure-d-jan-25.pdf) \| \| MANDATORY \| [Annexure - E](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/annexure-e-mandatory.pdf) \| [Annexure - E](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/annexure-e-mandatory.pdf) \| \| MANDATORY \| [Affidavit for change of appearance & signature - Notarized](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/latest-affidavit-for-change-in-appearance-and-signature.pdf) \| [Affidavit for change of appearance & signature - Notarized](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/latest-affidavit-for-change-in-appearance-and-signature.pdf) \| \| MANDATORY (Only required for Cases where One parent has not given Consent) \| \- \| [Annexure - C](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/annexure-c-jan-25.pdf) \| - #### Step 2:I have reviewed the overview, checklist, and am ready to complete the online application form. Please refer to the table below and select the correct Indian Mission when filling out your online Application Form. Please Note: Incorrect selection will require you to fill a new form. \| Locations of VFS India Consular Application Centre \| VFS India Consular Application Centre - Washington \| VFS India Consular Application Centre - New York \| VFS India Consular Application Centre - Atlanta \| VFS India Consular Application Centre-Chicago \| VFS India Consular Application Centre-Houston \| VFS India Consular Application Centre-San Francisco \| VFS India Consular Application Centre- Seattle & Bellevue \| VFS India Consular Application Centre- Boston \| \|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\| \| Jurisdictions \| Bermuda, District of Columbia, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia \| Connecticut, Maine, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Delaware \| Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virgin Islands \| Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, and Wisconsin \| Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas \| Arizona, California, Island of Guam, Hawaii, Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, U.S. Territory of American Samoa, Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, Imperial Riverside, San Bernadino, Ventura, Santa Barbara, Kern and San Luis Obispo, Nevada and New Mexico \| Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Alaska, Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota. \| Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont \| [Apply Now - Govt. Online Form](https://embassy.passportindia.gov.in/) - Once you have completed the form on the <https://embassy.passportindia.gov.in/> site , please also note the Application Reference number (ARN), Print it & return to VFS Website to proceed with the subsequent steps to complete the application onward submission process. Note: Filling or submitting online form on Govt. website does not complete the process, you will have to submit the physical application to VFS India Consular Application Centre. - Date Format on all forms must follow DD/MM/YYYY format. Date of Birth cannot be corrected after issuance of document, and you would need to reapply again’ - #### Step 3:How do I submit my application? Now that you have completed Step 3, you’re ready to submit your application. Make sure you have signed the application form/s and checklist where required and have all supporting documents in place. Incomplete applications or applications with incorrect photographs specifications cannot be accepted and will be returned. Refer to Application and Service Terms Complete Online profile to Pay the fee, generate courier labels and subsequent instructions [Complete Questionnaire and Create Profile](https://row4.vfsglobal.com/IHCUSPostalAppointment/IHCQuestionnaire/Index?q=shSA0YnE4pLF9Xzwon/x/PpYJNc6tVYvHRijnlGjPCAkTJhlFZMmqoidQtaOLB02b6MUlVJYs451ljwqdEp1gtmFpUBTGmrQzPgEV4Nf87vc382F6SI8kzNZeTYRNY1S) - #### Mode of Submission: Shipping - It is recommended that you purchase your shipment and mail the application to the VFS Centre - #### Timings Submission by Courier: (Monday to Friday (except Holidays) between 09:00 - 15:30) Submission by Appointment: (Monday to Saturday (except Holidays)) ### Re-issuance of Passport - Overview - Passport Fees & Documents Required - Processing Times Overview - Overview - PassportFees & Documents Required - ProcessingTimes - #### Overview - In compliance with the regulations of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), only machine-readable printed passports are now to be accepted for international travel. Fresh Passports are issued to newborns only General Information An Indian passport is normally valid for 10 years from the date of its issue. It must be replaced with a fresh passport after expiry of its validity. Application for a fresh passport can be made up to one year before the date of expiry of the present passport. It is always better to apply well in time. Similarly, if your passport is due to expire but has not lived its life of 10 years you should apply well in time for its renewal. You must apply online. Paper forms are not acceptable because the Government of India has developed an online Indian Passport Application form in keeping with need to ensure uniformity in processing of Indian Passports across the globe by all Indian Missions. Given this requirement, we are unable to accept any manual forms for the same. #### Guidelines for Shipping Service & its packaging - Third Party Offered Courier Service - points to note - You can purchase third party offered courier service. - Please enclose only one application per package. Don’t enclose multiple applications in the same package. - Your return shipping address must match with the proof of address submitted as part of your application. - VFS won't be responsible for any delays or damages if packages are in transit for inbound or outbound couriers. - Return address on the shipping label must match the address on the application form. Do not provide shipping address of Courier stores or Hold at Location stations. - We don’t accept USPS pre-paid labels having expiry date limitation. - You are responsible for tracking your package and schedule a pick up from the VFS Consular application Centre once ready. - VFS won't be responsible for any delays or damages if packages are in transit for inbound or outbound couriers. - #### Policy - Return of incomplete documents after 20 days. Incomplete application: If the application is not completed within 20 calendar days, then VFS will return your application unprocessed. In this scenario, the Consular and ICWF fee will be refunded post deduction of applicable postal charges (if applicable). Photocopy documents received after 20 days will be shredded and originals if any received will be returned to the Embassy of India or Consulate General of India. Applicants should contact the Embassy of India or Consulate General of India directly to receive their original documents, once VFS returns the original documents to the Embassy of India or Consulate General of India. In this scenario, only the Consular and ICWF fee will be refunded post deduction of applicable postal charges (if applies). - #### Policy – Additional documents after 07 days. Additional documents: If the additional documents are not completed within 07 calendar days then Embassy/Consulates may stop processing your application. In this scenario, no fees will be refunded. - #### Passport Fees & Documents Required Passport Fee structure: #### Re-issue of passport \| \| \| \| \| \| \| \|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\| \| REGULAR \| \| \| \| \| \| \| Applicant Type \| Passport Validity \| Ordinary Booklet - 36 pages \| ICWF \| VFS FEE \| Total \| \| Adult - 18 years and above \| 10 years \| \$ 75.00 \| \$ 2.00 \| \$ 19.00 \| \$ 96 \| \| 10 years -Jumbo Booklet \| \$ 100.00 \| \$ 2.00 \| \$ 19.00 \| \$ 121 \| \| \| Minor - Less than 15 Years \| 5 years \| \$ 50.00 \| \$ 2.00 \| \$ 19.00 \| \$ 71 \| \| Minor between 15 - 18 Years \| 10 years \| \$ 75.00 \| \$ 2.00 \| \$ 19.00 \| \$ 96 \| \| 10 years -Jumbo Booklet \| \$ 100.00 \| \$ 2.00 \| \$ 19.00 \| \$ 121 \| \| Note: Online payment/ Payment by card (s) convenience charges @3.75% will be charged over and over the total payment.We accept Master Card, Visa only If paying by Money order or Banker or Cashier check, then it should be made in favor of “VFS Services (USA) Inc. #### Re-issue of passport in case of lost or damage passport \| \| \| \| \| \| \| \| \|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\| \| RE-ISSUE OF PASSPORT IN CASE OF LOST OR DAMAGE PASSPORT \| \| \| \| \| \| \| \| Applicant Type \| Passport Validity \| Ordinary Booklet - 36 pages \| ICWF \| VFS FEE \| Total \| NOTES \| \| Adult - 18 years and above \| 10 years \| \$ 150.00 \| \$ 2.00 \| \$ 19.00 \| \$ 171 \| NOT ELIGIBLE FOR TATKAAL \| \| 10 years -Jumbo Booklet \| \$ 175.00 \| \$ 2.00 \| \$ 19.00 \| \$ 196 \| \| \| \| Minor - Less than 15 Years \| 5 years \| \$ 150.00 \| \$ 2.00 \| \$ 19.00 \| \$ 171 \| \| \| Minor between 15 - 18 Years \| 10 Years \| \$ 150.00 \| \$ 2.00 \| \$ 19.00 \| \$ 171 \| \| \| 10 years -Jumbo Booklet \| \$ 175.00 \| \$ 2.00 \| \$ 19.00 \| \$ 196 \| \| \| Note: Online payment/ Payment by card (s) convenience charges @3.75% will be charged over and over the total payment.We accept Master Card, Visa only If paying by Money order or Banker or Cashier check, then it should be made in favor of “VFS Services (USA) Inc. #### Documents Required \| Mandatory or Non-Mandatory \| Re-issuance of Passport - Adult \| Re-Issuance / Fresh Passport - Minor \| \|---\|---\|---\| \| MANDATORY \| [Document Checklist for Re-issuance with Passport](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/new_adult_reissue_of_passport_new-jan-updated.pdf)[Document Checklist for Re-issuance In lieu of Lost Passport](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/new_adult_re-issue_of_passport_in_lieu_of_lost-new.pdf) [Document Checklist in lieu of Damaged Passport](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/new_adult-re-issue_of_passport_in_lieu_of_damaged-June19-doc-revised-updated.pdf) \| [Document Checklist for Re-issuance with Passport](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/MINOR-CHECKLIST-RE-ISSUE-OF-PASSPORT-Jan-2025-June-19-doc-revised-updated.pdf)[Document Checklist for Re-issuance In lieu of Lost Passport](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/MINOR-CHECKLIST-REISSUE-OF-PASSPORT-IN-LIEU-OF-LOST-Jan-2025-June-19-doc-revised-updated.pdf) [Document Checklist in lieu of Damaged Passport](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/MINOR-CHECKLIST%E2%80%93REISSUE-OF-PASSPORT-IN-LIEU-OF-DAMAGED-2025-June-19-doc-revised-updated.pdf) \| \| MANDATORY \| \- \| [Annexure - D & Notarized](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/annexure-d-jan-25.pdf) \| \| MANDATORY \| [Annexure - E](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/annexure-e-mandatory.pdf) \| [Annexure - E](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/annexure-e-mandatory.pdf) \| \| MANDATORY \| [Affidavit for change of appearance & signature - Notarized](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/latest-affidavit-for-change-in-appearance-and-signature_updated.pdf) \| [Affidavit for change of appearance & signature - Notarized](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/latest-affidavit-for-change-in-appearance-and-signature_updated.pdf) \| \| MANDATORY (Only required for Cases where One parent has not given Consent\] \| \- \| [Annexure - C](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/annexure-c-jan-25.pdf) \| \| MANDATORY (if Applicable) \| [Affidavit of name change - Notarized](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/name-change-affidavit.pdf) \| [Affidavit of name change - Notarized](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/name-change-affidavit.pdf) \| \| MANDATORY for Loss or Damaged cases \| [Annexure - F](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/annexure-f.pdf) \| [Annexure - F](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/annexure-f.pdf) \| - #### Processing Times 3 weeks once the application reaches to the Consulate/Embassy ### Fresh Passport - Overview - Passport Fees & Documents Required - Processing Times Overview - Overview - PassportFees & Documents Required - ProcessingTimes - #### Overview - In compliance with the regulations of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), only machine-readable printed passports are now to be accepted for international travel. A new passport needs to be obtained where the existing Passports have run out of available pages for visas etc. A new passport can be issued one year before the final expiry or on the final expiry of any passport issued for full validity of 10 years (5 years in the case of minors). #### Guidelines for Shipping Service & its packaging - VFS offered courier service via FedEx - points to note - You can select and pay for VFS provided courier service at the time of paying the fee online on VFS website. - Please enclose only one application per package. Don’t enclose multiple applications in the same package. - If used VFS offered courier service via FedEx, Max. weight limit per package should be less than 0.5 Lbs & its a signature not required service. - Pick-up from home/ office service is not included in the price. If you use any additional service, please ensure you make a separate payment directly with FedEx. - Only FedEx Pak, FedEx envelope or or FedEx reusable envelope packaging can be used while shipping your application to the VFS Indian Consular Application Centre. Do not use FedEx box or tube. Additional charges will apply if any other type of packaging is used which must be paid before your application is processed. - Your return shipping address must match with the proof of address submitted as part of your application. - VFS won't be responsible for any delays or damages if packages are in transit for inbound or outbound couriers. - Use your own pre-paid labels - FedEx pre-paid labels are not acceptable to return your documents. - Return address on the shipping label must match the address on the application form. Do not provide shipping address of Courier stores or Hold at Location stations. - We don’t accept USPS pre-paid labels having expiry date limitation. - Since our agreement of services is with UPS only, we cannot guarantee collection of your shipment by any other service provider from our office. You are responsible for tracking your package and schedule a pick up from the VFS Consular application Centre once ready. - VFS won't be responsible for any delays or damages if packages are in transit for inbound or outbound couriers. - #### Policy - Return of incomplete documents after 20 days. Incomplete application: If the application is not completed within 20 calendar days, then VFS will return your application unprocessed. In this scenario, the Consular and ICWF fee will be refunded post deduction of applicable postal charges (if applicable). Photocopy documents received after 20 days will be shredded and originals if any received will be returned to the Embassy of India or Consulate General of India. Applicants should contact the Embassy of India or Consulate General of India directly to receive their original documents, once VFS returns the original documents to the Embassy of India or Consulate General of India. In this scenario, only the Consular and ICWF fee will be refunded post deduction of applicable postal charges (if applies). - #### Policy – Additional documents after 07 days. Additional documents: If the additional documents are not completed within 07 calendar days then Embassy/Consulates may stop processing your application. In this scenario, no fees will be refunded. - #### Passport Fees & Documents Required Passport Fee structure: #### Fresh Passport Fees \| \| \| \| \| \| \| \|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\| \| REGULAR \| \| \| \| \| \| \| Applicant Type \| Passport Validity \| Ordinary Booklet - 36 pages \| ICWF \| VFS FEE \| Total \| \| Minor - Less than 15 Years \| 5 years \| \$ 50.00 \| \$ 2.00 \| \$ 19.00 \| \$ 71.00 \| #### Tatkal Fees \| \| \| \| \| \| \| \| \|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\| \| TATKAAL \| \| \| \| \| \| \| \| Applicant Type \| Passport Validity \| Passport fee \| Tatkal fee \| ICWF \| VFS FEE \| Total \| \| Minor - Less than 15 Years \| 5 years \| \$50 \| 150 \| \$2 \| \$19.00 \| \$221.00 \| Note:** Online payment/ Payment by card (s) convenience charges @3.75% will be charged over and over the total payment. We accept Master Card, Visa only If paying by Money order or Banker or Cashier check, then it should be made in favor of “VFS Services (USA) Inc. #### Documents Required \| Mandatory or Non-Mandatory \| Fresh Passport - Tatkal \| Fresh Passport - Normal \| \|---\|---\|---\| \| MANDATORY \| [Document Checklist](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/minor-checklist-tatkal-fresh-passport.pdf) \| [Document Checklist](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/MINOR-CHECKLIST%E2%80%93FRESH-PASSPORT-2025.pdf) \| \| MANDATORY \| [Annexure - D & Notarized](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/annexure-d-jan-25.pdf) \| [Annexure - D & Notarized](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/annexure-d-jan-25.pdf) \| \| MANDATORY \| [Annexure - E](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/annexure-e-mandatory.pdf) \| [Annexure - E](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/annexure-e-mandatory.pdf) \| \| MANDATORY \| [Affidavit for change of appearance & signature - Notarized](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/latest-affidavit-for-change-in-appearance-and-signature.pdf) \| [Affidavit for change of appearance & signature - Notarized](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/latest-affidavit-for-change-in-appearance-and-signature.pdf) \| \| MANDATORY (Only required for Cases where One parent has not given Consent) \| [Annexure - C](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/annexure-c-jan-25.pdf) \| [Annexure - C](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/annexure-c-jan-25.pdf) \| \| MANDATORY (if Applicable) \| [Affidavit of name change - Notarized](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/name-change-affidavit.pdf) \| [Affidavit of name change - Notarized](https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/pdf/name-change-affidavit.pdf) \| - #### Processing Times 3 weeks once the application reaches to the Consulate/Embassy © 2026 VFS Global Group. 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