Applying for a Passport After Marriage: Name Change and Documentation

Marriage marks a significant milestone in life, and for many, it also triggers essential administrative changes. One such crucial task is updating or applying for a passport after marriage, especially if there is a name change or addition of the spouse’s name. Whether you are traveling abroad for a honeymoon, relocating with your spouse, or updating your legal records, ensuring that your passport reflects your correct marital status is important.

At passportagents.in, we help thousands of newlyweds across India with their passport applications after marriage, handling everything from name changes to spouse name endorsements and urgent Tatkal applications.

Here’s a detailed and practical guide on how to apply for a passport after marriage, including name change procedures, required documents, and pro tips to make the process smooth and error-free.

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Do You Need to Change Your Name After Marriage in Passport?

Changing your surname after marriage is a personal choice, not a legal requirement. You can continue to use your maiden name, or you may choose to adopt your spouse’s surname or add it as a suffix.

However, if you decide to officially change your name, your passport must reflect the same. You can either:

• Change your last name after marriage, or

• Add your spouse’s name without changing your own

Both require specific documentation and must be updated through a reissue of passport.

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When Should You Update Your Passport After Marriage?

You should apply for a reissue of passport:

• If your surname has changed

• If you want to add your spouse’s name

• If your passport is nearing expiration, and you want to update details together

• If you are applying for a passport for the first time after marriage

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Types of Passport Applications After Marriage

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Documents Required for Passport After Marriage

1. For Name Change After Marriage

If you're changing your surname post-marriage:

• Old Passport (for reissue)

• Marriage Certificate issued by Registrar of Marriages (mandatory)

• Self-attested photocopy of spouse’s passport (if available)

• Annexure D – Joint affidavit by applicant and spouse

• Proof of Present Address (Aadhaar, utility bill, etc.)

• Document for DOB Proof (Birth certificate, school leaving certificate, etc.)

• 2 Recent Passport-Size Photos

✅ No need for a newspaper advertisement or gazette notification in case of name change after marriage – Marriage Certificate is sufficient.

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2. For Adding Spouse’s Name Without Name Change

If you are not changing your name but want to include your spouse’s name in the passport:

• Old Passport

• Marriage Certificate

• Annexure D

• Spouse’s passport copy (optional)

• Address Proof

• Other general identity and DOB documents

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3. If Applying Under Tatkal Scheme

• Same documents as above

• Verification Certificate (Annexure F) signed by a Class-I officer OR

• 3 additional documents from the Tatkal acceptable list

• Faster processing with limited appointments daily

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How to Apply for a Passport After Marriage (Online Steps)

Follow these steps on the Passport Seva Portal:

1. Register/Login

2. Choose ‘Reissue’ or ‘Fresh’ passport as applicable

3. Select change in particulars

4. Fill updated name, spouse name, address, etc.

5. Upload required documents

6. Pay fees based on service (Normal/Tatkal & 36/60 pages)

7. Book your appointment at Passport Seva Kendra (PSK)

8. Visit PSK with original documents for verification

9. Track status online

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Fees for Passport Reissue After Marriage

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Is It Mandatory to Change Name in Passport After Marriage?

No. It is not compulsory to change your surname or even add your spouse's name. But if your other documents (bank account, PAN, Aadhaar) reflect the new surname, it’s advisable to keep passport details consistent to avoid visa or immigration issues.

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Name Change After Divorce or Separation?

If you’re reverting to your maiden name or removing spouse details after divorce:

• Submit Divorce Decree/Order

• Submit Affidavit for name reversion (Annexure E)

• Apply for passport reissue

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Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Not updating all documents with the new name

• Submitting invalid marriage certificate (only registered ones accepted)

• Forgetting to carry Annexure D for spouse name addition

• Choosing ‘Fresh’ instead of ‘Reissue’ in online form (in case of update)

• Not carrying original documents on appointment day

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Tips for a Hassle-Free Experience

• Register your marriage legally before applying for a passport

• Opt for Tatkal only if urgent – carry the correct Annexures

• Double-check all spelling, names, and address before final submission

• Apply for passport reissue if any personal detail is changed

• Book appointments during morning slots for quicker processing

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Our Expert Support for Post-Marriage Passport Applications

At passportagents.in, we provide complete support for:

• Passport reissue due to name change after marriage

• Adding spouse’s name in your passport

• Preparing and filing Annexure D

• Tatkal passport processing post-marriage

• Document verification and appointment booking

Our passport experts ensure a smooth, guided process with zero errors, helping newlyweds start their international journey stress-free.