Aadhaar can be used both as proof of date of Birth or Address:
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Hyderabad: There is a common myth that Aadhaar is mandatory for passport renewal at Passport Seva Kendras (PSK) located in Hyderabad and various other Indian districts
Although Aadhaar has become mandatory for many services, it is still an optional document when it comes to the renewal of a passport at PSK.
Aadhaar can be used either as proof of date of birth or address. However, it is not the only document that can be used as proof.
List of documents acceptable as proof of date of birth
Passport applicants have to submit any one of the following acceptable documents as proof of date of birth.
1▪︎Birth Certificate
2▪︎Transfer/School leaving/Matriculation Certificate.
3▪︎Aadhaar Card/E-Aadhaar
4▪︎Voter id card
5▪︎PAN card
Driving license etc.
List of documents acceptable as proof of address
Passport applicants have to submit any one of the following acceptable documents as proof of address.
1▪︎Electricity bill
2▪︎Water bill
3▪︎Aadhaar card
4▪︎Rent agreement
5▪︎Income Tax Assessment order
6▪︎Voter id card
7▪︎Gas connection proof
8▪︎Passbook of running account etc.
Is it Mandatory to reapply for passport after child turns 18?
Is it mandatory to reapply for a passport after the child turns 18? This is another common question that most parents have.
Yes, it is a must. Everyone who turns 18 has to reapply for a passport. However, if the passport was applied when the child was aged between 15 & 18 years and obtained full validity passport, it will remain valid for 10 years.
