📘Complete Guide to Passport Age & Eligibility
The Passport Age Calculator helps applicants determine their exact age for passport applications, renewals and category classification (minor vs adult). Passport age affects required documents, fee slabs and passport validity duration — making accurate age calculation essential before you apply.
Who is a Minor or an Adult?
Passport authorities consider anyone under 18 years as a minor. This classification changes documentation requirements (parental consent, additional proof) and sometimes the verification process.
Passport Validity Rules (India)
- Below 15 years — typically 5-year passport validity.
- 15–18 years — option of 5-year or 10-year validity in some cases.
- 18 years and above — standard 10-year passport validity.
When is Age Calculated?
For passport applications, age is calculated as of the date of application submission. Always use the exact application date when verifying eligibility for minors, guardianship and validity choices.
💡 Pro Tips for Applicants
- Double-check your Date of Birth on supporting documents (birth certificate, school records).
- Minors need parental consent and additional identity documents — prepare these before applying.
- Apply early — passport processing and police verification can take several weeks.
- If your child is close to a cutoff (e.g., turning 18 soon), decide between minor vs adult category based on desired validity.
- Keep a scanned copy of your DOB proof to speed up form filling and uploads.
Common Passport Questions
Do minors need the same documents as adults?
Minors require parental consent and additional proofs (parent ID, proof of relationship) alongside the child’s birth certificate.
Can I choose 10-year validity for a 16-year-old?
In some cases there is an option; check the passport office guidelines at the time of application.
Is passport age different from school/admission age?
Yes — passport age is based on the application date; school admission age often uses standard cutoff dates (like 1 April).