If you need to get your passport made and want to avoid standing in long queues, there’s good news for you. Now, you no longer have to spend an entire day at the Passport Seva Kendra like before.
Instead, all you need to do is book an appointment online, and a Passport Mobile Van will arrive at your home or nearby area. In this article, we’ll explain how you can take advantage of the Passport Mobile Van service.
What is the Passport Van Service?
The Passport Van Service was launched by the Government of India last year. However, many people are still unaware of it and thus miss out on its benefits.
The van is equipped with biometric devices, document scanning machines, a camera, and other necessary tools. Once you book an appointment online, the van comes to your location. The passport process is completed after your documents are verified inside the van.
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Who Can Benefit from This Service?
This service is especially beneficial for:
- Senior citizens
- Busy professionals
- People living in remote or far-off areas
How to Apply?
- Log in with your registered mobile number or create a new account on the passport website.
- Select the option “Apply for Fresh Passport/Reissue.”
- Fill out the required details in the form and don’t forget to verify them.
- While booking your appointment, choose the “Mobile Passport Seva” option.
- Finally, select the doorstep service option, pick a date and time as per your convenience, and book your slot.
Where is the Service Available?
This service has been launched in Bhopal and its nearby rural areas. It is also available in Kargil (Kashmir), Chennai, and Goa. The government plans to roll it out across all cities in India in the near future.
Benefits of the Service
- No need to stand in long queues at the Passport Seva Kendra.
- You can apply for a new passport or renew an old one through this service.
- All document verification is done at one go in the van, eliminating the need for multiple visits to the passport office.
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