Vijayawada, the second-largest city and commercial hub in the state of Andhra Pradesh, is home to three passport offices: The Regional Passport Office and two Passport Seva Kendras (PSKs). These centres provide excellent facilities and assist citizens in obtaining valid passports and renewing existing ones for hassle-free travel. In this blog, we’ll focus on exploring the passport offices in Vijayawada.
List of passport offices in Vijayawada
These are the Vijayawada passport offices that offer services to 14 districts of Andhra Pradesh:
- RPO Vijaywada (Vishakapatnam)
PSK is the main office in Vijayawada, and PSK II is the additional branch.
Contact details & address for passport offices in Vijayawada
Here are the complete details of the address and contact details of passport offices in Vijayawada:
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Details
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Regional Passport Office
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Passport seva kendra Vijayawada
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Passport seva kendra
II
Vijayawad
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Address
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Near P.F. Office, Beside Rythu Bazar, Marripalem Vuda Layout, Nad Post, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh - 530009
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M.G Road (Bundar Road),
Opp. Radio Station (AIR),
Old Venkateswara Theatre Complex, Vijayawada
Andhra Pradesh - 520610
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M.G Road (Bundar Road), Opp. Radio Station (Air), Venkateswara Theatre Complex, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh - 520610
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Contact nos.
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08662481965
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08662481965
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NA
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Fax
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0891-2745748
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0891-2745748
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NA
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Working days
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Monday to Friday
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Monday to Friday
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NA
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Appointment timing
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9:00 am to 5:00 pm
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9:00 am to 5:00 pm
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NA
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ATM
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Planned
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Planned
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Planned
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Regional Passport Officer
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DS Srinivasa Rao
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DS Srinivasa Rao
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DS Srinivasa Rao
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Officer contact no.
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0891-2745747
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0891-2745747
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0891-2745747
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Officer fax no.
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0891-2745748
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0891-2745748
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0891-2745748
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Officer contact email
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rpo.vizag@mea.gov.in
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rpo.vizag@mea.gov.in
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rpo.vizag@mea.gov.in
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Passport application process in the Vijayawada passport office passport
To apply for the passport, you need to follow these steps:
- Register on the portal: Create your account online on the Passport Seva Kendra portal and register yourself.
- Select the type of passport: Choose the passport type, which is normal or tatkaal.
- Fill in the form: Complete the form with the required details, such as your full name, DOB, parents' names/spouse's name and proper address.
- Add important documents: Attach the attested copies of the required documents. Here’s the list:
- Proof of identity: Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID or Driving Licence.
- Proof of address: Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Utility Bill, Bank Statement, Rent Agreement, etc.
- Proof of birth: Birth Certificate, Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, School Leaving/Matriculation Certificate.
- Photographs: Two recent photos with a white background (passport-sized).
- Additional documents(annexure b, c, d, etc) may be required for special cases (e.g., minors, tatkal applications, name changes)
- Make payment: After all these details are complete, pay the amount online or offline. For online payment, you can use UPI, net banking, credit and debit cards at your convenience.
For Offline payment, pay via a challan at the SBI bank.
- Schedule appointment: Once payment is done, select a date and time slot to schedule an appointment.
- Confirm your appointment: You will learn via email or SMS that your appointment is booked on the so-and-so date.
- Visit the PSK: Visit the passport office for verification and biometric data.
- Police verification: In a few days, the police will call to verify the documents you provided when you applied for a passport.
- Delivery: After police verification, the passport will arrive at your address.
Normal passport: within 7 to 40 working days.
Tatkal passport(urgent passport): within 7 to 14 days.
Conclusion
The Vijayawada Passport Seva Kendra ensures passport services are provided very efficiently. This has made residents of Vijayawada travel without facing any trouble. While getting your visa for an international trip, don't forget to have a single-trip insurance plan to protect your journey abroad. It provides coverage for one specific journey, protecting you against risks like trip cancellations, medical emergencies and lost baggage.
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FAQs
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In the Vijayawada passport office, what documents are required for minors?
The documents required for a minor while applying for a passport in Vijayawada are:
- Current residential address proof
- Minor applicant’s birth certificate
- Educational certificate
- Original documents and self-attested photocopies of parents' passports
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How can I track the status of my passport application?
You can track your passport application status by visiting the official Passport Seva website (www.passportindia.gov.in) or by calling the toll-free helpline at 1800-258-1800. You will need to provide your application reference number (ARN) or file number and date of birth to get an update.
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Is there a way to expedite my passport application process in Vijaywada?
Yes, you can apply under the Tatkaal scheme for urgent passport needs in Vijaywada.
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