Lost Indian Passport Reissue Guide for Adults in Canada - BLS India Canada

Lost your Indian passport while staying in Canada? Don’t panic—this guide is here to help. If you’re an Indian citizen over 18 who has misplaced, lost, or had your passport stolen, it’s important to act quickly and follow the correct reissue process. In this 2025 step-by-step guide, we explain how adults can apply for a lost Indian passport reissue in Canada, including FIR/reporting requirements, mandatory documents, affidavit formats, and how to file under normal or Tatkal processing. Ensure your application is complete and compliant to avoid delays.

Required Documents for Lost Passport Reissue

Required Documents

Application Form – Duly filled and signed (Give a hyperlink below)
Annexure E – Duly filled and signed
Annexure F – Duly filled and signed
Police Occurrence Report Copy – Must include the passport number
Self-explanatory letter – Describe when, where, and how the passport was lost
Indian Passport First and Last Page Copy
Status in Canada (Study permit/Work permit/Visitor Status/PR card with landing paper)
Marriage Certificate (If applicable) – Only if the passport does not contain spouse name
Divorce Certificate (If applicable)
Indian address proof (Indian driver license/aadhar card/voter id/any relative address proof)
Canadian address proof (Driving License/Utility Bill/Photo ID)
Two passport-size photographs (2x2 inches) – One photograph pasted on the form
Application Fees – Payment instructions provided below
Checklist – Downloaded and filled checklist from the official website

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 the Passport India Portal

Go to the official Passport India website and create your account.

Select 'Lost Passport Reissue' Application

Choose this option from the services menu to proceed with the application.

Fill Personal Details

Provide your details, including your passport information and addresses.

Upload Documents

Attach scanned copies of all the required documents listed above.

Review and Submit

Review all the entered information and submitted documents before submitting the application.

Print Application

After submission, print the completed application form for your records.

Lost Passport Reissue 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: Payable by Cash or Debit Card at the service counter.

Lost Passport Reissue Document Checklist

Lost Passport Reissue 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 applications)

BLS checklist form (downloaded and filled)

Checklist and Annexures:

Passport renewal checklist:

https://www.blsindia-canada.com/vancouver-jurisdiction/pdf/Checklist_and_Information_booklet_for_Passport.pdf

Annexure E:

https://www.blsindia-canada.com/annexures/ANNEXURE-E.pdf

Annexure F:

https://www.blsindia-canada.com/toronto-jurisdiction/pdf/ANNEXURE-F.pdf

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply for a reissue if I’ve never lived in India?

Can someone else submit my application on my behalf?

What if my lost passport is still valid?

What if I don’t have the police report?

Need Help Filling Out the Form or Submitting Documents?

If you're unsure about any part of the process or if you’re missing documents, we offer expert assistance to ensure your application is complete and avoids any delays or rejections.