How to Check Passport Status – Your Ultimate Guide

Hello, Halo Zeromedia! Are you eagerly waiting for your passport? Do you want to know how to check your passport status? If yes, then you are in the right place. In this article, we will guide you on how to check your passport status online, offline, and via SMS. We hope this guide will be helpful for you.

Table of Contents

• Checking Passport Status Online
• Checking Passport Status Offline
• Checking Passport Status via SMS
• Frequently Asked Questions

Checking Passport Status Online

If you have applied for your passport through the online portal of the Passport Seva Kendra, you can check your passport status by following these simple steps:

1. Go to the official website of the Passport Seva Kendra here.
2. Click on the ‘Track Your Application Status’ option.
3. Select the type of application you have submitted.
4. Enter your file number or your date of birth along with your name.
5. Click on the ‘Track Status’ button.

You will then be able to see the status of your passport application. If your passport is ready, you can schedule an appointment to collect it from the Passport Seva Kendra.

Checking Passport Status Offline

If you do not have an internet connection or prefer to check your passport status manually, you can do so by visiting the Passport Seva Kendra. Here are the steps you need to follow:

1. Visit the Passport Seva Kendra where you submitted your application.
2. Ask for the Passport Application Status.
3. Provide your file number or your name along with your date of birth.
4. Then you will be able to know your passport status.

Checking Passport Status via SMS

You can also check your passport status on your mobile phone by sending an SMS. Here’s how to do it:

1. Open the messaging app on your mobile phone.
2. Type STATUS FILE NUMBER and send it to 9704100100.
3. You will receive a message with your passport status.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question	Answer
How long does it take to get my passport?	The time taken to process your passport application depends on the type of application and the workload of the Passport Seva Kendra. It usually takes 15-30 days to get your passport.
What does ‘Pending for Police Verification’ mean?	It means that your application is under process and is waiting for police verification. After completing the police verification, the passport will be issued.
What if my passport status shows ‘Rejected’?	If your passport is rejected, you will receive a notification from the Passport Seva Kendra with the reason for rejection. You can take appropriate action and reapply for your passport.

We hope this article has helped you to know how to check your passport status. If you have any queries, feel free to ask us in the comments section. Good luck with your passport application!

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