Re-issue of passport due to change in name:
Overview : Indian nationals residing in Thailand 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.
Tatkaal Passport Service
For Tatkaal, Lost, and Damaged Passport applications, the applicant must first visit the Indian Embassy with all required documents for approval, Monday to Friday, between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
Once the Indian embassy approves the application, the applicant needs to book an appointment and visit our ICAC Centre to submit the application.
Tatkaal passport processing usually takes 3–5 working days.
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?
Passport processing usually takes 15 working days and the passport will be ready for collection subject to clearance of the Police Verification. 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.
