Indian Passport correction + US Visa

I am an Indian with an Indian Passport. I am also currently in the US with a student - F1 visa.

I have a query about the way my name is printed in my passport. In the passport, I don't have any name in the "first name/ given name" section.

Both my first name and last name have been entered in my "last name section".

So my name according to the passport (fn/ln) is ______/Aditya Narasimhamurthy.

I want "Aditya" to be in my first name. I also want to split my last name into "Narasimha" and "Murthy", instead of being just 1 word.

I also want "Narasimha" to be my Initial.

So the final result I'm looking for is:

(fn) Aditya

(mi) Narasimha

(surname) Murthy

I just need to know if all this can be achieved together in just 1 application or if I need to submit different applications? Also how much would it cost.

And finally, would it affect my VISA, as the visa has same name formatting I have in my passport now.

Best Answer

For a correction in your name, it is possible to contact the Indian embassy nearest to you in the US. You can call them directly and ask your query.

You would ideally need to apply for a reissue of your passport for name correction. This requires you to fill out a new application form, send a copy of your residence permit etc., which can be obtained from the consulate's website.

Here is a link which gives detailed information on the procedure for applying for a reissue of passport.

After you apply, if there is anything that is missing from your application, the authorities usually contact you by phone and might ask you to send the missing documents.

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How can I correct my Indian passport mistake?

A:If you find any mistake/error in the particulars printed in the passport booklet as per the application form submitted, please visit Consulate and return the passport for necessary rectification. Any additional fees required to be paid would depend solely on merit of the case as decided by the Consulate.

How do I change my US visa to a new passport?

U.S. visas cannot be transferred from one passport to another. You can travel to the United States with both passports, or you can apply for a new visa. As long as the four names match from the old passport to the new passport, and are in the same order, you may travel with both passports.

How do I correct my US visa?

You must:

Read the instructions for Form I-539, Application To Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status;

Complete and sign your Form I-539;

Pay the filing fee and biometrics fees, if applicable; and.

Provide all required evidence and supporting documentation.

Can I update my Indian passport online?

Login to the Passport Seva Online Portal with the registered Login Id. Click "Apply for Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport" link. Fill in the required details in the form and submit. Click the "Pay and Schedule Appointment" link on the "View Saved/Submitted Applications" screen to schedule an appointment.

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