Request to Re-dispatch Your Printing Passport

The request to “re-dispatch” a printed passport typically arises when the passport has been printed but has not been delivered, or the delivery attempt failed. Here’s a clear guide on what to do, whom to contact, and the process for requesting a re-dispatch.

Understanding the Situation

“Passport has been printed.”The passport is ready but hasn’t been handed over to the courier yet.
“Passport has been dispatched.”The passport is with India Post for delivery. You should receive a Speed Post tracking number.
“Delivery attempted/Failed.”The courier service tried to deliver it, but was unsuccessful.

Step-by-Step Action Plan

Step 1: Status is “Passport has been printed” for a Long Time

Step 2: Status is “Passport has been dispatched,” but You Haven’t Received It

Step 3: The Courier Was Returned to the RPO.

Submit a Request for Re-dispatch by mail, or you can go to RPO with documents and a letter to redispatch your printing passport.

Re-dispatch Passport Status

A	Visit the Official Website www.passportindia.gov.in
B	Click on ‘Track Your Application Status.’ On the homepage,
C	Enter Your Details. You will need one of these: File Number (15-digit number from your application receipt) Date of Birth (in DD/MM/YYYY format)
D	View Your Status. Click “Track Status” to see your current application stage.

Track Passport Status

Complaint Against Re-dispatch Printing Passport

You can raise complaints at various stages of your passport application process from the Passport Seva Kendra.

Online Grievance Portal	Via the main Passport Seva website: 1. Go to www.passportindia.gov.in 2. Click on the “Register Grievance” link in the top menu. 3. You will need your Application Reference Number (ARN).
Toll-Free Helpdesk Number	Call the 24×7 National Helpdesk: 1800-258-1800 (Toll-Free)
Email to the Regional Passport Office	The email address is RPO
Public Grievance Portal (CPGRAMS)	Register on the Centralized Government portal: https://pgportal.gov.in

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How to Write a Request for Re-dispatch

Your Full Name
Your Complete Address
Your City, State, PIN Code
Your Registered Email Address
Your Registered Mobile Number

Date: [Date of Writing]

To,
The Passport Officer
Regional Passport Office
[Address of the RPO] [City, State, PIN Code]

Subject: Urgent Request to Re-dispatch Printed Passport – ARN: [Your ARN] / Speed Post No: [Your Consignment Number]

Sir/Madam,

I, [Your Full Name], would like to bring to your kind attention that I have not received my printed passport, which was dispatched from your office.

The relevant details of my application and dispatch are as follows:

Passport Application Reference Number (ARN): [Your ARN]
Name: [Your Full Name]
Date of Birth: [Your Date of Birth]
Speed Post Consignment Number: [Your Consignment Number]
Date of Dispatch from RPO: [Date of dispatch, if known]

Upon tracking the consignment on the India Post website, the status indicates: “[ The status from India Post, e.g., ‘Item returned to sender’ or ‘Addressee not available’]”.

I have verified that my address is correct and is available to receive the delivery. The passport could not be delivered and has been returned to your office.

Therefore, I humbly request you to:

Kindly return the passport from the postal department.
Re-dispatch the passport to my registered address at the earliest.

I have ensured that my address is correct and that someone will be available to receive the delivery. Thank you for your understanding and prompt action in this matter.

Sincerely,

(Your Signature)

[Your Full Name]

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Enclosures:

Screenshot of the India Post tracking status showing the problem (e.g., “Returned to Sender”).
Self-attested copy of your Aadhaar Card or other address proof.
Copy of your passport application acknowledgment (ARN page).