What documents do I need to pick up my passport?
If you are picking up your own passport, you will need to show an original, government issued photo I.D., and it is recommended that you bring your visa appointment letter with you as well.
When can we collect passport from US Consulate?
If you opted to pick the passport from the 11 service centers then the passport has to be collected within 14 days; or if you opted for one of the 22 Blue Dart Courier service locations then the passport has to be picked within 7 days; otherwise it will be sent back to the Embassy or Consulate.
How do I know when my passport is ready for pickup?
Overview. If your visa application is approved, your passport and visa can be collected from the pickup location you selected when you scheduled for interview appointment. When your passport is available at selected location you will receive an email and an SMS that your passport is “Ready for Pick Up”.
Can someone else pick up passport?
If you cannot collect your passport in person, it is possible to arrange for a friend or relative to collect it on your behalf. You will need to confirm the details of the person nominated to collect the passport in writing to the Consulate and they will be asked to present ID in order to collect the passport.
How many days it will take to get passport after dispatch?
It generally takes between one week to 10 days from the status first displayed. So you should received another status within two or three days: “Your passport has been dispatched “. It will take two to three days when it lands at your address.
Can we collect passport on Saturday from VFS?
The passport collection time is anytime between 08:00 hrs to 04:00 hrs, Monday to Friday except public holidays.
Is there an u.s.consulate in Chennai?
S. Consulate in Chennai is one of the top visa adjudication posts in the world, and the number one in processing employment based visas. The Consulate also provides an array of services to Americans residing or traveling to Chennai.
Where do I go to pick up passport in India?
You must visit the Embassy or Consulate on Tuesday only. An appointment is not required. You will need the original Indian government-issued ID to pick up the passport. In case of a representative, they should carry an original, signed authority letter from the applicant with the representative’s original Indian government-issued ID .
Where to apply for a visa in India?
You are here: Home / Visa Application Center Locations The U.S. Embassy or Consulate and Visa Application Centers observe both U.S. and India holidays and will be closed on those dates.
Where do I pick up my passport after applying for a visa?
Once your visa is approved, Blue Dart will deliver your passport to the pickup location you specified when you scheduled your appointment. There are no extra fees associated with either aspect of this service – the cost for Blue Dart to hold your passport is included in the visa application fee.