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Passport Name Correction

Passport Name Change and Correction in Mumbai

DocuPro Helps Mumbai Residents Update Their Passport Name Correctly and Without Delays

A name mismatch on your Indian passport is more than an inconvenience — it can stop you from boarding an international flight, delay your visa application, or create inconsistencies across your government IDs that take months to untangle. DocuPro provides end-to-end passport name change and correction assistance for residents across Mumbai City, Mumbai Suburban and the districts under RPO Mumbai's jurisdiction, from working out which documents apply to your specific situation, to accurate online filing, PSK appointment booking and submission support.

Price: Starting from Rs. 1,500+GST onwards

Why Getting the Name Change Right Matters

A mismatch between your passport and your Aadhaar, PAN card, flight ticket or visa can create real problems at immigration, at the airport check-in counter, or during any identity verification. Getting your passport name corrected keeps your documents consistent across every government-issued ID and prevents travel and legal complications later. The sooner it's fixed, the smoother everything downstream becomes.

Who This Service Is For in Mumbai

  • You got married and want your passport to reflect your new surname
  • You legally changed your name and need your passport updated to match
  • There's a spelling mistake or typographical error on your current passport
  • Your name differs across your Aadhaar, PAN, passport and other ID documents

How DocuPro Manages Your Passport Name Change in Mumbai

  • Initial Assessment — We understand the reason for your name change — marriage, legal change or correction — and build a personalised document checklist for your case.
  • Online Application Filing — We help you correctly file the reissue application under the Change in Personal Particulars option with your updated name.
  • Document Preparation — We help you gather, review and organise every required original and self-attested copy so your PSK visit is holdup-free.
  • PSK Appointment Booking — We schedule your appointment at PSK Andheri, Lower Parel or Malad based on availability and your timeline.
  • Submission and Follow-Up — We guide you through PSK submission and track your application until the updated passport is dispatched.

Documents Required for Passport Name Change in Mumbai

For Name Change After Marriage

  • Current original passport
  • Original marriage certificate or a Joint Affidavit as per Annexure D or J
  • Spouse's passport copy
  • Updated address proof, if your address has also changed

For a Full Legal Name Change

  • Current original passport
  • Sworn affidavit on non-judicial stamp paper stating the name change
  • Original newspaper advertisements in two leading daily newspapers, one in English and one in Marathi, published from your Mumbai or Maharashtra address
  • Copy of the Gazette Notification for your name change
  • At least two public documents in the new name, such as Aadhaar, PAN card or voter ID

DocuPro confirms the exact document list for your case during the initial assessment, so you're never guessing.

What Our Customers Say

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Mukund Ashtikar

Prompt & reliable service.

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Dathu M A

The Docupro team is superb! They were professional, prompt, and made the entire passport process completely hassle-free.... The Docupro team is superb! They were professional, prompt, and made the entire passport process completely hassle-free. I received my passport on time without any issues. Highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a smooth and reliable experience!

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Sourabh SP

I was corresponding with Rachana who helped with application of e-Khata for my properties. Very understanding and... I was corresponding with Rachana who helped with application of e-Khata for my properties. Very understanding and patient. Clarified all my concerns and questions. Attention to detail and really good service. Would recommend DocuPro for all those simple yet complicated Govt related services.

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Charan Raju

Good service and support.Within 15 minutes my long pending issue resolvedThanks for Jennifer for swift actions to resolve.

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Excellent service from Docu Pro. Very warm and knowledgeable staff and prompt in response too. Jennifer with whom I... Excellent service from Docu Pro. Very warm and knowledgeable staff and prompt in response too. Jennifer with whom I interacted throughout my e Katha journey needs special mention. Rachana also did a great job getting my e Katha quickly. I recommend Docu Pro without hesitation for all your government documentation needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does a passport name mismatch matter for Mumbai residents travelling abroad?

A mismatch between your passport and other IDs like Aadhaar, PAN, or your flight ticket and visa can stop you from boarding an international flight, delay your visa application, or create inconsistencies across your documents that surface at the worst possible time.

Does the newspaper advertisement for a legal name change have to be in Marathi specifically?

Yes, if you're publishing from a Mumbai or Maharashtra address, Passport Seva requires one advertisement in English and one in the relevant regional language — Marathi, in this case — from two leading daily newspapers.

I got married outside Maharashtra but now live in Mumbai. Which documents do I need?

Your marriage certificate or Joint Affidavit under Annexure D or J remains valid regardless of where the marriage took place. What matters for your Mumbai filing is your current address proof and your spouse's passport copy — the marriage location itself doesn't change the document requirement.

How long does a name change reissue typically take through RPO Mumbai?

It follows the same processing window as a standard reissue — generally 5 to 8 working days after PSK submission, though this can extend if your Gazette Notification or newspaper clippings need additional verification.

Can I combine a name change with a regular renewal in the same Mumbai application?

Yes. If your passport also needs renewal for another reason such as expiry, the name change can typically be processed as part of the same reissue application. DocuPro confirms whether this applies to your specific case during the initial assessment.

Rs 1,500+GST

5-8 Days