New Delhi: Getting a passport in India is now as easy and convenient as placing an online order. Thanks to a new initiative by the Government of India, citizens can now complete passport formalities right from their doorstep through the Mobile Passport Van Service — a digital outreach move designed to simplify and speed up the passport application process.
Launched in select cities last year, this service is rapidly expanding across the country, making the passport process hassle-free for all — especially the elderly, working professionals, and people living in remote areas.
What Is the Mobile Passport Van Service?
The Mobile Passport Van is an extension of the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) infrastructure. It is equipped with:
A biometric scanner
A digital camera
A document scanner
Internet-enabled systems connected to Passport Seva’s central network
Once an applicant books an appointment online, the passport van visits their home or a designated location nearby to verify documents, capture biometric data, and complete the passport process — just like a PSK would, but without the queues or travel.
Who Can Benefit?
This doorstep service is especially useful for:
Senior citizens
People with limited mobility
Busy professionals
Residents of remote or rural areas
The government aims to make passport accessibility universal, and this service is a major step in that direction.
How to Apply for the Mobile Passport Van Service
Here’s a step-by-step guide to booking a Mobile Passport Van:
Visit the official passport website: www.passportindia.gov.in
Register as a new user, or log in if you already have an account.
Choose the option: “Apply for Fresh Passport / Reissue”
Fill out the application form carefully with correct and verified information.
Once submitted, book an appointment.
If available in your area, you’ll see an option to choose “Mobile Passport Seva” or “Doorstep Service.”
Select a suitable date and time slot for the visit.
Confirm the appointment — the system will notify you of the passport van’s visit.
What Happens on the Day of Visit?
On the scheduled date:
The passport van will arrive at your home or a nearby location.
Officials inside the van will verify documents, take your photograph, and capture biometrics.
Once this is done, the next step is police verification at your residence.
After verification, the passport will be processed and dispatched within 15 working days via post.
If you do not see the mobile van option while applying, it likely means the service hasn’t reached your locality yet. However, it is being expanded rapidly across India.
Why This Is a Game-Changer
The Mobile Passport Van makes the process:
Faster: Reduces visits to PSKs
Convenient: No long queues or unnecessary travel
Inclusive: Helps citizens from all demographics apply with ease
Efficient: Passport delivery within 2–3 weeks
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