Advisory
In order to expedite the processing of passport applications, the Embassy of India would like to request all applicants who are applying for issue of fresh passport or reissue, and wish to submit the hard copy of the application form and the supporting documents, to the Embassy, are requested to kindly first send a scanned copy of all the documents by email at the following email id in the Embassy: reception.oslo@mea.gov.inbefore submitting the same at the Embassy.
On receipt of the message, the Embassy will scrutinize the documents and then notify the applicant whether the documents are in order or additional documents are required. Thereafter, all documents along with the current original passport may submitted to the Embassy for processing.
Applying for Passport
Eligible applicants can do online registration for applying for Passport and other services. Use Internet Explorer Browser for doing Online Registration.
Steps to be followed :
1. Open https://portal3.passportindia.gov.in/Online/index.html on internet;
2. Register by clicking on "Register" Link. Select "Norway-Oslo" in the box against Indian Mission;
3. Login with the registered login ID and Password on "User Login" link
4. In the applicant Home Page, click on "Apply for Ordinary Passport link to file a new application.
TATKAL PASSPORT APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED/PROCESSED IN THE EMBASSY
After filling up online application, a print-out / hard copy of the application along with the self-attested copies of all requisite documents (as mentioned in the checklist given below) is required to be submitted directly at the Embassy. Submission of application at the Embassy requires prior appointment. Request for appointment can be sent via email ( reception.oslo@mea.gov.in).
Tracking online passport application
Please visit the given link https://portal3.passportindia.gov.in/Online/index.html
1. Please click on Track status.
2. Please enter following details
a. Application Reference Number (ARN)
b. Date of Birth in DD/MM/YYYY format
c. Enter the characters (captcha) displayed
3. Please click on Track Application Status
The following status will be displayed depending on the processing stage of passport application:
1. Passport application has been submitted- when the applicant submits his passport application online.
2. Passport application has been submitted along with fees (if applicable) and supporting documents - when the passport application is registered by the Mission.
3. Passport application is under review at Indian Embassy/Consulate - the application is under process.
4. Your passport has been printed and being forwarded to Embassy/Consulate. The Embassy/Consulate will contact you (via email from reception.oslo@mea.gov.in /phone ) once the fresh/reissued is received at the Embassy.
On display of above status (at Sl. No.4), the fresh/reissued passport may be expected in 10-15 working days at Embassy of India, Oslo. The Mission will notify the applicant via e-mail/call to collect passport at Embassy of India, Oslo
Processing time for passport application
Renewal/Fresh passport – Normal processing of application to receiving of passport booklet time is 4 to 6 weeks, However, it may be expected early.
Lost/Damaged Passport - Normal processing of application to receiving of passport booklet time is 4 to 6 weeks, However, it may be expected early.
Fees- Please visit the link for details about fee- https://www.indianembassyoslo.gov.in/page/consular-fees/
Mode of payment