In a recent development, individuals seeking to renew their passports online are set to experience a rise in expenses. The online passport renewal cost has surged by Rs 1,000, catapulting the new fee to Rs 4,000 as opposed to the previous Rs 3,000.
The spike in fees isn’t limited to online renewals alone – those opting for an urgent passport renewal will also be impacted. The urgency comes at a higher price now, with the fee climbing from Rs 5,000 to Rs 6,000. It’s important to note that these fee adjustments are pertinent to both online and offline renewal applications.
This alteration in fees pertains specifically to the convenient home delivery option, wherein the passport is dispatched to the applicant’s residence via a courier service. This premium service comes at an increased cost, reflecting a shift in the overall pricing structure.
Applicants opting for the online passport renewal route are required to furnish a copy of their national identity card and passport during the application process. Additionally, the application fee is to be settled through the online platform, streamlining the application procedure further. These adjustments signal a change in the financial landscape for passport-related services, prompting applicants to be aware of the revised costs involved.
