A Complete Guide to Add Spouse Name in Passport

A passport is not just a document for unlocking access to foreign countries, but it is one of your crucial identity proofs. Therefore, each detail in your passport must be current and accurate. That is why adding your spouse's name there after marriage is not mandatory but recommended. Explore the step-by-step guide to add spouse name in passport.

How to Add Spouse Name in Passport?

You need to reissue the passport to add your spouse’s name, and you can do it online, offline, or through e-Form submission. 

Online Form Submission

Online submission is the most convenient way to add your spouse’s name to your passport. Here’s how it works in easy 7 steps:

Step 1: Visit the website of Passport Seva Kendra (PSK), log in or create an account

Step 2: Click on “Reissue of Passport” and choose “Change in Existing Personal Particulars”. In this portal, you must add spouse name in passport.

Step 3: Fill in all details and add documents. You must add your marriage certificate if you have one. If you do not, you must go for “Annexure J”.

Step 4: After that, you need to book an appointment at your nearest PSK office to verify all submitted documents.

Step 5: Select your preferred payment methods on the payment page, and pay the required charges. Collect the online receipt.

Step 6: Visit the PSK Office as scheduled and verify documents with the payment receipt.

Step 7: Wait and track your application status, and within a few weeks you must receive an updated passport.

With online form submission, you can do each step without a pen and paper. Additionally, you can check application status whenever you want.

E-Form Submission

If you are not used to working fully with a digital interface, you must choose e-Form submission for spouse name endorsement in passport.

Step 1: Visit the PKB website and choose “Reissue of Passport” and then “Change in Existing Personal Particulars”.

Step 2: Download the e-Form in PDF format.

Step 3: Fill out the form with all required details carefully offline.

Step 4: After completing the form, upload it to your Passport Seva online account.

Step 5: Make your payment and collect the receipt.

Step 6: Book an appointment for document verification at the PSK.

Step 7: After the visit, wait for a few weeks to get a new passport with your spouse’s name. You can check your application status.

If you cannot spend more time online, it is best to fill out the e-Form. Meanwhile, you can also check the application status online for passport reissue for spouse name.

Offline Form Submission

It is the most traditional way to add spouse name in passport. It is still a widely used method.

Step 1: Visit your nearest PSK office and collect the passport reissuance form.

Step 2: Complete all required details offline.

Step 3: Keep all necessary documents such as your marriage certificate or Annexure J, your passport, and identity details handy.

Step 4: Submit the form on the same day or later along with photocopies of all documents.

Step 5: Pay the required charges and collect the receipt. You can make payment both offline and online.

Step 6: After verifying your documents, wait for further processing and visit for updates. You will get your new passport soon.

It is effective if you prefer the traditional way with physical presence. Even if you are not comfortable using the online system, offline form submission will be effective.

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What are the Documents You Require to Add Spouse Name in Passport?

The documents for adding spouse name to your passport are,

1. Your marriage certificate (if you have) or Annexure J (if you do not have a marriage certificate)

2. Your existing passport

3. Your passport-sized photos

4. Identity and address proof of your spouse

What is Annexure J for Adding Spouse’s Name in Passport?

Annexure J is a joint declaration form that serves as an affidavit for married couples when they want to add their spouse's name to their passport. It clearly declares their marital relationship officially in case they do not have a marriage registration certificate.

1. Download the form directly from the Passport India Annexures Page or ask directly from the PSK office for the offline process.

2. Fill out the form with self-attested joint passport-size photos of the couple.

3. You must keep ID numbers, such as voter ID, Aadhaar, and Passport number, of your spouse and yourself handy.

4. Upload the filled Annexure J with address proof and other documents online or submit it offline with the same.

Also Read: Different Types of Passports You Can Apply For in India

Fees You Require to Add Spouse Name in Passport

Let us explore what are the fees to add your spouse’s name in the passport in tabular form below:

Note: Fees for passport reissue might change over time.

How Much Time Does It Take to Add Spouse Name in Passport?

The printing process may take 2 hours after approval, but end-to-end processing depends on the type of application. Under the normal scheme, it takes 30 to 45 days, and under the Tatkaal scheme, it takes 1 to 3 working days after police verification.

Is Adding Spouse’s Name in Passport Mandatory?

No, it's not mandatory to add your spouse’s name in your passport. But a passport update after marriage will provide significant advantages such as easier visa application and getting travel insurance without many documents and complications.

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Final Thought

It is not mandatory to add spouse name in passport; however, you must do it in a few simple steps through both online, offline and eForm fill-up. The charges for the Tatkaal scheme are more than the normal process, and it can take less time to deliver your re-issued passport. Travel without any complications by adding your spouse’s name to the passport.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to visit the Passport Seva Kendra to add my spouse’s name to my passport?

Yes. Even if you consider an online application, you need to visit at least once for document verification.

Is police verification required to add a spouse’s name to the passport in India?

Yes. Police verification is required to add a spouse’s name to the passport.

In case of losing a passport during travel, is the passport reissue process the same as adding a spouse's name in a passport?

Not at all. The process completely differs. After coming back, you need to visit your nearest police station to report it first. However, you must consider travel insurance to protect against any unforeseen circumstances during your trip.

Can I add my spouse’s name without changing my surname after marriage?

Yes. It's not mandatory to change your surname to add your spouse’s name in the passport.

Disclaimer: The content on this page is generic and shared only for informational and explanatory purposes. It is based on several secondary sources on the internet and is subject to changes. Please consult an expert before making any related decisions.

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