Indian Passport Fees Rise From July 1, 2026: What B2B Travel Professionals Should Know

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has revised Indian passport charges effective July 1, 2026, and the update affects nearly every major category. From fresh passports and renewals to Tatkal applications, PCCs, and lost passport replacements, applicants will now pay more across the board.

For travel agents, visa desks, and corporate travel teams, this is a timely reminder to review document timelines with clients who may need to travel soon. Applying before the new fee structure takes effect can help avoid unnecessary cost escalation.

What Has Changed in the New Passport Fee Structure?

The revised rates were notified under the Passports (Amendment) Rules, 2026. While the validity of passports remains unchanged, the application cost has increased for most services.

This means the impact is not on passport tenure, but on the amount travellers must pay at the time of issuance, renewal, or replacement.

Fresh and reissue applications now cost more in both normal and Tatkal categories.
Lost or damaged passport replacement sees the steepest increase.
PCC and related certificate fees have also been revised upward.
Overseas passport-related services such as Emergency Certificates now have fixed USD fees.

Revised Passport Fees for Fresh and Reissue Applications

Adult applicants and minors aged 15 to 18 applying for an adult passport will see higher charges depending on the booklet type and processing mode.

For many travellers, the most visible increase is in the standard 36-page and 60-page passport categories. Tatkal services have also become more expensive, which matters for urgent business travel and visa processing timelines.

New charges from July 1, 2026:

36-page passport, normal: ₹2,500
36-page passport, Tatkal: ₹5,000
60-page passport, normal: ₹3,500
60-page passport, Tatkal: ₹6,000

This is especially relevant for frequent flyers, corporate assignees, and travellers whose passports are nearing expiry before an upcoming visa submission.

Lost or Damaged Passport Replacements Get Costlier

The sharpest jump is seen in replacement cases, which can be a major issue for travellers who misplace documents during transit or while abroad.

Replacement fees now stand significantly higher than before, and the increase is even more noticeable for Tatkal processing.

Replacement of 36-page passport, normal: ₹5,000
Replacement of 36-page passport, Tatkal: ₹7,500
Replacement of 60-page passport, normal: ₹6,000
Replacement of 60-page passport, Tatkal: ₹8,500
Minor’s replacement of 36-page passport, normal: ₹4,250
Minor’s replacement of 36-page passport, Tatkal: ₹6,750

For B2B travel intermediaries, this is a strong client advisory point: document security is now not just operationally important, but financially sensitive too.

PCC and Other Passport Services Also See a Hike

Police Clearance Certificates are essential for employment visas, immigration cases, long-stay visas, and residency applications. The fee revision will matter for both individual applicants and corporate mobility programs.

Other supporting certificates have also been updated.

PCC: ₹750
Surrender Certificate: ₹750
Global Entry Program verification: ₹750
Other passport-related certificates: ₹750
Certificate of Identity: ₹1,000

For services availed outside India, the revised charges are:

Emergency Certificate: USD 15
Certificate of Identity: USD 50

Tatkal service is not available for these overseas requests, so planning ahead becomes even more important for travellers abroad.

What Stays the Same?

Despite the fee revision, passport validity rules remain unchanged.

Adult passports will continue to be valid for 10 years, while passports issued to minors remain valid for five years or until the holder turns 18, whichever comes first.

That means the operational process is largely unchanged, but the budget impact for applicants is now higher.

Old vs New Indian Passport Fees at a Glance

Here is a quick comparison of the key changes effective July 1, 2026:

Fresh/Reissue 36-page passport, normal: ₹1,500 to ₹2,500
Fresh/Reissue 36-page passport, Tatkal: ₹3,500 to ₹5,000
Fresh/Reissue 60-page passport, normal: ₹2,000 to ₹3,500
Fresh/Reissue 60-page passport, Tatkal: ₹4,000 to ₹6,000
Lost/Damaged 36-page passport, normal: ₹3,000 to ₹5,000
Lost/Damaged 36-page passport, Tatkal: ₹5,000 to ₹7,500
PCC: ₹500 to ₹750
Surrender Certificate / GEP Verification / Misc. Certificate: ₹500 to ₹750

The largest increase is on replacement services, with some categories rising by as much as ₹3,000.

How B2B Travel Agents Can Guide Clients Better

For travel professionals, this update is more than a fee revision. It is a planning trigger that can affect visa deadlines, corporate travel schedules, and last-minute booking decisions.

Early communication can help clients avoid higher costs and document delays.

Encourage passport renewals before the new rates apply.
Flag Tatkal cases where urgent travel is already confirmed.
Remind corporate travellers to secure PCCs early for visa and immigration workflows.
Advise frequent flyers to keep passports safe and stored securely during transit.

If you manage client documentation, this is also a good time to update your internal checklists and pre-travel advisory templates.

CONCLUSION

The MEA’s revised passport fees from July 1, 2026, will directly affect travellers applying for fresh passports, Tatkal services, PCCs, and replacement documents. For B2B travel professionals, the key is to plan ahead, communicate early, and help clients complete time-sensitive applications before the new charges apply.

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