Damaged Passport Renewal Guide for Indians in Canada - BLS India Canada

If your Indian passport has been damaged, torn, or defaced while residing in Canada, it's crucial to get it renewed as soon as possible to avoid travel disruptions. This detailed 2025 guide walks you through the process of renewing a damaged passport for adult applicants, covering required documents, application procedures, and helpful tips to ensure your renewal is processed smoothly and quickly.

Required Documents for Damaged Passport Renewal

Required Documents

Application Form - Duly filled and signed (Provide hyperlink below)
Annexure E - Duly filled and signed
Annexure F - Duly filled and signed
Self-explanatory letter describing when, where, and how the passport was damaged
Indian Passport First and Last Page copy
Status in Canada copy (Study permit/Work permit/Visitor Status/PR card with landing paper)
Marriage Certificate (If married, only if your passport does not mention your spouse's name)
- Attach spouse's current passport (first and last page) if needed
Divorce Certificate (If divorced, attach as official proof of marital status)
Indian address proof copy (Indian driver license/aadhar card/voter ID/relative address proof with declaration)
- If your Indian address matches the last page of your passport, no separate proof is required
Canadian address proof copy (Driving License/Utility Bill/Photo ID)
Photograph (2x2 inches) - Two recent passport-size photographs
Application fees (hyperlink below)
Checklist (hyperlink below)

NOTE

The applicant is required to send the original Indian passport along with the application. All submitted photocopies must be self-attested by the applicant—each page should be signed and dated. Please note that applications for damaged passports are not eligible for the Tatkal process and will be processed only under the normal scheme.

How to Fill the Online Application Form

Process Timeline

Visit Passport India Portal

Go to the official Passport India website and create an account

Select Damaged Passport Application

Choose 'Damaged Passport Renewal' from the services menu

Fill Personal Details

Enter your personal information, passport details, and addresses

Upload Documents

Upload scanned copies of required documents

Review and Submit

Review all information and submit the application

Print Application

Print the completed application form for submission

Damaged Passport Renewal Fees

Key Points

1
For Postal Applications: The fee is $206.70, paid via Bank Draft or Money Order to BLS International Services Canada Inc.
2
For Walk-in Applications: The fee can be paid by Cash or Debit Card at the service counter.

Document Checklist for Damaged Passport

Damaged Passport Application Checklist

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Completed online application form (printed)

Original passport + photocopy of first and last page

Status in Canada documents (study/work permit)

Marriage certificate (if applicable)

Indian address proof

Canadian address proof

Two passport-size photographs (2x2 inches)

Application fees (cash/card/draft)

Self-addressed return envelope (for postal)

BLS checklist form (downloaded and filled)

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply for a damaged passport renewal if I’ve never lived in India?

Can someone else submit my application?

Can I use my damaged passport for travel?

What if my damaged passport is not eligible for renewal?

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