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Passport Office Cochin & Kerala – RPO, POPSK, PSK Guide

The Passport Office, Cochin, started functioning in 1975. The head office is located at Panampilly Nagar PO, Cochin. It covers 27 passport office state of Kerala, viz Alappuzha, Ernakulam City, Ernakulam Rural, Idukki, Kottayam, Lakshadweep, Palakkad, Thrissur City and Thrissur Rural.

In Kerala, there are three types of passport offices. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) maintains them. The office types are:

  1. Regional Passport Office (RPO):  This is the Regional Head Office of Kerala that handles final approvals and printing.
  2. Passport Seva Kendra (PSK): This centre processes documents and biometric verification. (e.g., PSK Cochin)
  3. Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK): In small town passport application process is handled by the head post office.

 

Contact Details of Passport Office Cochin

RPO Cochin

Official Address Near IDBI Corporate Branch, Shihab Thangal Road, Panampilly Nagar, Kochi, Kerala 682036.
Contact Number 0484-2314041, 0484-2310920, 0484-2312607, 0484-2322660
Fax No. 0484-2310915
Official Email rpo.cochin@cpo.gov.in
Appointment Timing 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM from Monday to Friday, except Wednesday
Working Days Monday to Friday
Regional Officer Shri. Dipin P.R, IFS
Support Helpline 0484-2315152, 0484-2310920
Whatsapp Number 9447731152

Public Grievances Cell

Grievances Officer Name Shri. Ajith Kumar. S, Assistant Passport Officer
Telephone 0484 – 2315152 / 0484-2310920
Email rpo.cochin@cpo.gov.in

Enquiry Appointment Time

Normal  1:00 PM
Tatkaal  1:30 PM
Lunch Time 2:00 PM

 

Passport Seva Kendra (PSK)

PSK Alappuzha

Official Address Alleppey Avenue Centre, Beach Road, Alappuzha, 688001 (Near Kannan Varkey Bridge)
Telephone 0484-2315152
Working Days Monday to Friday
Appointment Timing 9:00 to 5:00 PM
PIN Codes Serviced 688001, 688002, 688003, 688004 

PSK Aluva

Official Address Moosa Vaidyar Memorial Building, Aluva Perumbavoor Road, Aluva, 683101 (Near Casino Theatre)
Working Days Monday to Friday
Appointment Timing 9:00 to 5:00 PM
PIN Codes Serviced 683100, 683101, 683102, 683103 

PSK Kottayam

Official Address Kalisseril Commercial Complex, No. 1265-B, B1, Olive Celestina, TB Road, Kottayam – 686001
Working Days Monday to Friday
Appointment Timing 9:00 to 5:00 PM
PIN Codes Serviced 686001, 686002, 686003, 686004

PSK Thrissur

Official Address Second Floor, Rowdha Towers, Poothole Road, Thrissur, 680004 (Near Railway Station)
Contact Number 0484-2315152
Working Days Monday to Friday
Appointment Timing 9:00 to 5:00 PM
PIN Codes Serviced 680003, 680004, 680005, 680006

PSK Tripunithura, Cochin

Official Address Ground Floor, Heera Royale, Airport Seaport Road, Cochin Palace P.O, Karingachira, 682301
Contact Number 0484-2315152
Working Days Monday to Friday
Appointment Timing 9:00 to 5:00 PM
PIN Codes Serviced 682301, 682302, 682303, 682304

 

Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK)

POPSK Official Address Phone No
Chengannur Chengannur Head Post Office, Chengannur, Alappuzha, 689121. Phone: 04842315152 Alappuzha
Kattappana Kattappana Head Post Office, Kattappana, Idukki 685508. Idukki
Kavaratti Kavaratti Sub Post Office, Kavaratti, Lakshadweep, UT of Lakshadweep – 682 555. Telephone: 04842315152 Lakshadweep
Nenmara Nenmara Head Post Office, Nenmara, Palakkad, 678508 Palakkad
Palakkad Palakkad Head Post Office, Olavakode, Palakkad, 678002. Helpline: 04842315152 Palakkad
Munnar MDG Munnar Post Office, Top Station Hwy, Silent Valley, Munnar, 685612 Idukki
Adimali Adimali Sub Post Office, Elayidathu Building, Adimaly – 685561 Idukki
Elappara Elappara Sub Post Office, Elappara 685501 Idukki
Kumily Kumily MDG, Kumily Post Office, 685509 Idukki
Mankulam Mankulam Branch Post Office, Mankulam 685565 Idukki
IIT Palakkad IIT, Palakkad, Sahyadri Campus, Saveri Hostel, Kanjikode West, Palakkad Palakkad
Moolamattom Moolamattom Sub Post Office, Moolamattom 685589 Idukki
Painavu Idukki Pinavu Sub Post Office, Painavu 685603 Idukki
Peermade Peermade Sub Post Office, Peermade 685531. Idukki
Kavaratti Kavaratti Sub Post Office, Kavaratti, Lakshadweep, UT of Lakshadweep-682 555 Lakshadweep
Rajakkad Rajakkad Sub Post Office, Rajakkad – 685566 Idukki
Tattamangalam Tattamangalam Post Office, Tattamangalam 678102 Palakkad
Thodupuzha Thodupuzha Head Post Office, Thodupuzha 685584 Idukki
Vagamon Vagamon Sub Post Office, Vagamon 685503 Idukki
Vandiperiyar Vandiperiyar MDG, Vandiperiyar 685533 Idukki
Vandithavalam Vandithavalam Post Office, Vandithavalam – 678534 Palakkad

 

Immigration Office Contact Information

Official Location Ground Floor, RPO Building, Panampilli Nagar, Cochin – 682036
Contact 0484-2315400, 2360187, 2372040
Email poecochin@mea.gov.in

 

Tatkal Passport Service Kendra

The regional office is in Cochin; there are 27 passport kendras. The Tatkal passport service offices are:

PSK Official Jurisdiction
Alappuzha Beach Road, Alappuzha
Aluva Perumbavoor Road, Aluva
Kottayam TB Road, Kottayam
Thrissur Poothole Road, Thrissur
Tripunithura Cochin Palace, Karingachira

 

Passport Application Readiness Guide for New Applicants

  1. DOB: After 1989, applicants must have a birth certificate for a passport application. Birth documents from 2002 need a QR code.
  2. Application: Check your documents before applying so that the name, address, and DOB match.
  3. Documents: Prepare the original documents and photocopies. Photocopies should include a QR code, and laminated documents may sometimes be rejected.
  4. Appointment: You get a total of three appointments at the Passport Seva Kendra.
  5. Time: Be at the passport office 15 minutes before the scheduled appointment.
  6.  
  7. Application Type: Minor and lost or damaged passport applications are not processed through Tatkaal.
  8. Post Office: Applications will not be accepted at POPSKs for change of personal details, Non-ECR, Single Parent cases, Pending Court Case, and lost or damaged passport.

 

Passport Renewal and Reissue: What Applicants Should Know

Service When It May Apply
New Passport Applying for a passport
Renewal Passport validity has expired
Replacement Passport lost, stolen or damaged
Tatkaal Urgent passport requirement
Police Verification Verification is required
Document Verification Documents require verification
Updates Passport information needs updating

 

Passport Documents for Indian Citizens by Registration

Requirement Sample Documents
DOB Birth/school certificate
Address Aadhaar/bank passbook
Identity Voter ID/PAN/driving licence
Citizenship Birth certificate/PAN/Voter Card
ECNR School certificate/tax statement
Photos Recent passport-size photographs
Previous passport Invalid/cancelled passport

 

A Simple Guide to Applying for an Indian Passport

Applying for an Indian passport is a straightforward process when you follow the required steps in the correct order. Most of the application is completed online, followed by an appointment at a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK).

  1. Visit the Passport Seva Portal: Start by visiting the official Passport Seva Portal and register for an account. Select the appropriate Regional Passport Office (RPO).
  2. Choose Your Passport Service: Log in and select the service that applies to you:
  • Fresh Passport – for a first-time passport
  • Re-issue of Passport – for eligible renewal or other re-issue requirements
  • Lost or Damaged Passport – for applicable cases
  1. Fill in the Application: Provide the requested details, including your personal information, date and place of birth, residential address, family details, and other relevant information.
  1. Submit and Pay the Fee: Submit the completed application online and pay the applicable passport fee. The fee depends on factors such as the applicant’s age, booklet size, type of service, and Normal or Tatkaal processing.
  1. Book an Appointment: After completing the required payment process, schedule an appointment at a convenient PSK or POPSK through the Passport Seva system.
  1. Prepare Your Documents: Check the official Document Advisor to identify the documents required for your particular circumstances. Bring the required original documents and copies to the appointment.
  1. Attend the Appointment: Visit the selected PSK or POPSK on the scheduled date. Your application and documents will go through the prescribed processing and verification stages.
  1. Police Verification: Police verification may be required depending on your application and the Passport Office’s decision. If verification is required, follow the instructions provided by the authorities.
  1. Passport Delivery: Once the applicable processing and verification requirements are successfully completed, the passport is printed and dispatched to the applicant’s address.
  1. Track Your Application: You can track your application status through the official Passport Seva Portal using your application details.

Simple Process at a Glance

Register → Apply Online → Submit Form → Pay Fee → Book Appointment → Visit PSK/POPSK → Document Verification → Police Verification if Required → Passport Issued → Delivery

 

How to Check Passport Status After Police Verification

After police verification has been completed, you can continue to track your Indian passport application online through the official Passport Seva Portal. The status tracker requires the Application Type, File Number, and Date of Birth.

Step-by-Step Process

  1. Visit the official Passport Seva website.
  2. Select Track Application Status.
  3. Choose the appropriate Application Type.
  4. Enter your File Number.
  5. Enter your Date of Birth.
  6. Click Track Application Status.
  7. Check the latest status displayed for your application.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the passport office number?

A. The passport office Number is 1800-258-1800. 

Q. Will the passport office return the marriage certificate?

A. Yes, a marriage certificate is only proof of your marriage or not; the passport office must return your marriage certificate.

Q. Can I change passport office?

A. Yes, as per address proof, you can change your passport office for passport application anywhere in India.

Q. How to renew passport office?

A. First, visit the website www.passportindia.gov.in, then create a login for your passport application for renewal, next log in with your ID and password, after that fill up the passport renewal application form, thereafter submit your passport renewal application form, then make the payment for your passport renewal application, finally book a passport office appointment

 

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