What is procedure for change of name after marriage / divorce ?

May 06, 2021

Attach following additional documents :

a) A woman applying for the first time for a passport in her married name or for change of name/surname in the existing passport on account of marriage should furnish:

  • A photocopy of the husband's passport (if issued to him).
  • An attested copy of the marriage certificate issued by Registrar of Marriages or an affidavit from the husband and wife along with a joint photograph.

b) Divorcees applying for change of name or deletion of spouse's name in existing passport must furnish:

  • Divorce deed / Order of family court.
  • Affidavit furnishing details about divorce.

c) Re-married applicants applying for a change of name/spouse's name should furnish:

  • Divorce/death certificate as the case may be in respect of first spouse, and
  • Documents as (a) above relating to second marriage.