Re-issue of passport due to change in name: 

Overview : Indian nationals residing in South Korea can apply to change or correct their name in the passport. This service is processed as a miscellaneous passport service and requires submission of relevant legal documents.

Documents Checklist 

1. Passport: Original passport along with photocopies of the first, second, and last pages.
2. Alien Registration Card: Photocopy of the front and back.
3. Photographs: Two recent passport-sized photographs with a light background (2 inch x 2 inch).
4. Application Form: Printout of the online submitted application form.
5. Personal Particulars Form: Duly filled Form No. 2.
6. Supporting Documents:Apostilled documents supporting the name change (e.g., court order, gazette notification).
7. Misc. Form

   Note: Applicants must present original documents along with one set of self-attested copies.

Fees Details

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. Can I apply for a re-issue of my passport if I have changed my name?
Yes. You must apply for a re-issue of passport if there is any change in your name—whether due to marriage, divorce, legal name change, or personal preference.

2. What documents are required for a name change in the passport?
The required documents depend on the reason for the name change:

• After marriage: Marriage certificate and spouse’s passport copy.
• After divorce: Divorce decree.
• Legal name change: Gazette notification or name change certificate from a competent authority.

Refer to the “Documents Checklist” for full requirements.

3. Is personal appearance necessary for submitting the application?
Yes. You must visit Du Digital ICAC in person with a prior appointment to submit your application and original documents for verification.

4. Can initials or abbreviated names be used in the new passport?
No. The passport system does not accept initials or abbreviated forms (e.g., SK Singh, KNR Nair). Full expanded names must be provided. Titles such as Mr., Mrs., Dr., Shri, or Late should also not be used.

5. How should the new name be written in the application?
The new name should be entered in block capital letters, fully expanded without prefixes or honorifics. Ensure consistency with supporting documents.

6. Can I apply for re-issue online for a name change?
Yes. You can register and fill the form online, but the submission of documents and biometric process must be completed in person at Du Digital ICAC.

7. Will my passport number remain the same after name change?
No. A new passport booklet will be issued with a new passport number, but the old passport number will be referenced inside the new one.

8. What happens to my current passport after re-issue?
The old passport will be cancelled and returned to you. Valid visas on the old passport remain usable as long as you carry both passports while traveling.

9. How long does the process take?
The processing may take up to seven weeks. You will receive SMS alerts during the process and can track the application via the “Track Application” page.

10. Is this process applicable to all name changes, including minor corrections?
Yes. Any change in personal particulars—whether major or minor—requires a re-issue of passport with supporting documentation.