Name Change Newspaper Ad for Passport in Mumbai — Complete Guide (2026)

What Is a Name Change Newspaper Ad for Passport?

A name change newspaper ad is a public legal notice published in two newspapers in Mumbai, one in English, and one in Marathi, stating both your old name and new name. The Regional Passport Office (RPO) Mumbai and every Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) in Mumbai demand this document prior to your passport name change application.

The ad establishes a permanent public record of your name change and is the most important supporting document for your passport reissue application under the "Change in Personal Particulars" category.

Is a Newspaper Ad Mandatory for Passport Name Change in Mumbai?

Yes. Passport Change Mumbai is a requisite for any application seeking a change in the name written on the passport. You need to publish your name change in one national English and one regional Marathi daily newspaper at your end, which will be submitted to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

All the reasons for name changing such as Marriage, Divorce, Spelling Correction, Personal Preference, Numerology, Religion Change or any other reason will fall under this requirement.

One important update: the Deed Poll Affidavit (Annexure E) that was earlier required at the Passport Office has been discontinued since December 28, 2016. The old ID proofs are no longer required and now you need two proofs in newspapers along with two proofs with the corrected name.

Which Newspapers Are Accepted for Name Change Ad at PSK Mumbai?

The following newspapers are accepted at all PSK locations in Mumbai — Andheri, Parel, Malad, and Thane:

English newspapers accepted at PSK Mumbai:

Marathi newspapers accepted at PSK Mumbai:

All registered newspapers are equally valid at the passport office — you do not need a premium newspaper for legal acceptance. A ₹375 combo is as legally valid as a ₹1,365 combo.

What Is the Cost of a Name Change Newspaper Ad in Mumbai for Passport?

The cost of a name change newspaper ad in Mumbai for a passport starts at ₹375 for a two-newspaper combo (one English, one Marathi). Here are the available package options:

All three packages are accepted at all PSK locations in Mumbai — Andheri, Parel, Malad, Thane, and Bandra (RPO). The legal outcome is identical across all packages.

What Is the Format of a Name Change Newspaper Ad for Passport in Mumbai?

Mumbai uses a simplified format compared to other cities. The Mumbai Passport Office accepts a shorter format that includes only the essential details.

Standard Mumbai format (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID basis):
"I have changed my name from [OLD NAME] to [NEW NAME]."

Full recommended format with address:
"I, [OLD NAME], S/o or W/o [FATHER'S or HUSBAND'S NAME], Age [X] Years, R/o [FULL ADDRESS], Mumbai — [PIN CODE], have changed my name from [OLD NAME] to [NEW NAME]. Henceforth I shall be known as [NEW NAME] for all purposes."

Format for surname change after marriage:
"I, [MAIDEN NAME], W/o [HUSBAND'S NAME], R/o [FULL ADDRESS], Mumbai — [PIN CODE], have changed my name from [MAIDEN NAME] to [NEW MARRIED NAME] following my marriage. All future records should refer to me as [NEW NAME]."

Format referencing Maharashtra Gazette (if gazette done first):
"I have changed my name from [OLD NAME] to [NEW NAME] as per the Maharashtra Gazette No. [GAZETTE NUMBER]."

What the ad must compulsorily include:
Old name exactly as it appears on current passport
New name
Father's name or husband's name
Full residential Mumbai address with PIN code
Reason for change (marriage, personal preference, spelling error, etc.)

The ad text must be identical in both the English and Marathi newspapers.

Name Change Newspaper Ad Samples for Mumbai Passport

Sample 1 — General name change:
"I, Rohit Anil Sharma, S/o Anil Kumar Sharma, Age 34 Years, R/o 302, Suncity Apartments, Goregaon West, Mumbai — 400104, have changed my name from Rohit Anil Sharma to Rohit Anil Verma vide Affidavit dated 01.06.2026 before Notary Public, Mumbai. Henceforth I shall be known as Rohit Anil Verma."

Sample 2 — Surname change after marriage (most common Mumbai case):
"I, Priya Rajesh Patil, W/o Suresh Mehta, R/o Flat 4B, Ashirwad CHS, Bandra West, Mumbai — 400050, have changed my name from Priya Rajesh Patil to Priya Suresh Mehta following my marriage. Henceforth all records should refer to me as Priya Suresh Mehta."

Sample 3 — Spelling correction:
"I, Pooja Ramesh Nair, D/o Ramesh Nair, R/o 12, Sea View Building, Dadar West, Mumbai — 400028, declare that my correct name is Pooja Ramesh Nair and not Puja Ramesh Nair as incorrectly mentioned in my passport. All records should be corrected accordingly."

Sample 4 — Father name change for child records:
"I, Suresh Kumar Joshi, S/o Ramesh Joshi, R/o 15, Anand Nagar, Borivali East, Mumbai — 400066, have changed my name from Suresh Kumar Joshi to Suresh Joshi vide Affidavit dated 01.06.2026. All official records pertaining to my children should reflect my new name Suresh Joshi."

How to Publish a Name Change Newspaper Ad for Passport in Mumbai — Step by Step

Step 1 — Prepare your ID proof with corrected name
Before booking the ad, ensure you have at least one government ID proof (Aadhaar or PAN card) with your new correct name. This is required both for ad booking and for passport submission.

Step 2 — Choose your two newspapers
Select one English daily and one Marathi daily from the accepted list above. Budget combo (₹375) and premium combo (₹1,365) are equally valid at all PSK Mumbai locations.

Step 3 — Submit your details and pay online
Send your old name, new name, full Mumbai address, and a self-attested copy of your ID proof to the booking service. Pay online via debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI, or Google Pay. If payment and documents are submitted before 1 PM, the ad is published the next day.

Step 4 — Collect original newspaper copies
Purchase at least three original copies of each newspaper on the day of publication — one for the passport office, one for police verification (if required), and one as backup. If using a booking service, copies are couriered across Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Panvel, Dahanu, and Karjat on the day of publication.

Step 5 — Apply online for passport reissue
Visit the Passport Seva portal at passportindia.gov.in. Select "Apply for Fresh Passport/Reissue of Passport." Choose "Reissue" and select "Change in Personal Particulars" as the reason. Fill the form, pay the fee, and book an appointment at your assigned PSK in Mumbai.

Step 6 — Visit PSK Mumbai on appointment date
Carry all original documents to your appointment. PSK assignment is based on your Mumbai PIN code — confirm your assigned PSK before traveling to avoid being turned away.

Step 7 — Biometric verification and passport delivery
After document verification and biometric capture, your updated passport is dispatched by speed post within 7 to 14 working days under the Normal scheme.

What Documents Are Required for Passport Name Change in Mumbai?

Where Is the RPO and PSK for Passport Name Change in Mumbai?

The Regional Passport Office (RPO) Mumbai is at Videsh Bhavan, Bandra Kurla Complex, Plot No C-45, G Block, Bandra East, Mumbai — 400051.

PSK locations in Mumbai that accept name change applications:
PSK Andheri — for residents of Western suburbs
PSK Parel — for residents of Central Mumbai
PSK Malad — for residents of North Mumbai
PSK Thane — for Thane district residents

Your PSK is automatically assigned during online appointment booking based on your residential PIN code. You cannot choose your PSK — you must visit the one assigned.

How Long Does Passport Name Change Take in Mumbai?

Police verification is usually triggered when there is a change in surname. Simple spelling corrections may skip police verification entirely.