1. What is an Affidavit for Lost or Damaged Passport?

An affidavit for a lost or damaged passport is a legal document in which the passport holder declares the circumstances under which their passport was lost or damaged. This affidavit is required when applying for a reissue of the passport.

2. Why is the affidavit required?

The affidavit is required to provide a formal, sworn statement regarding the loss or damage of the passport. It serves as a part of the documentation process to verify the circumstances and helps the passport authorities in processing the reissue application.

3. What details should be included in the affidavit?

The affidavit should include the following details:

• Full name of the passport holder.
• Date of birth.
• Address.
• Passport number (if known).
• Date and place of issue of the lost or damaged passport.
• Circumstances under which the passport was lost or damaged.
• Steps taken to locate the lost passport (if applicable).
• Declaration that the passport has not been used for any unlawful purpose.

4. Is there a specific format for the affidavit?

Yes, there is a prescribed format for the affidavit. It must be written on non-judicial stamp paper of the appropriate value and should be notarized.

5. Where can I obtain the non-judicial stamp paper?

Non-judicial stamp paper can be obtained from Agreement Kart and Delivered at your Doorstep  or online portals that offer e-stamp papers in certain regions.

6. Do I need to report the loss of my passport to the police?

Yes, you should report the loss of your passport to the local police station and obtain a police report or a First Information Report (FIR). This report should be attached to your affidavit and passport reissue application.

7. Do I need a lawyer to prepare the affidavit?

While it is not mandatory to have a lawyer prepare the affidavit, it can be helpful to seek legal assistance to ensure that the affidavit is correctly formatted and contains all necessary information.

8. What happens if there are errors in the affidavit?

If there are errors in the affidavit, your passport application may be delayed or rejected. It is important to review the affidavit carefully and ensure all information is accurate and consistent with other documents.

9. How should the affidavit be submitted?

The notarized affidavit should be submitted along with the other required documents when applying for the reissue of your passport at the Passport Seva Kendra or Regional Passport Office.

10. Can the affidavit be used for both lost and damaged passports?

Yes, the affidavit format can be used to declare both lost and damaged passports. The specific circumstances should be clearly mentioned in the affidavit.

Please note that passport-related rules and requirements are subject to change for more details contact Agreement kart at 99720 31190