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India: Endorsement of new passport details on PIO card in Australia

  • Checked 24 October 2026

Check with the office. The official pages for this service leave out some details, or are older than a year. Use this page as a starting point and confirm fees and documents before you apply.

Valid PIO cardholders who receive a new foreign passport can have the new passport details endorsed on their PIO card.

Where to apply in Australia

Through VFS ICAC for the applicant's jurisdiction.

Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of India.

How to apply

Complete the endorsement application form and VFS checklist and lodge via VFS

Applications are handled through VFS Global - Indian Consular Application Centres (ICAC), https://services.vfsglobal.com/aus/en/ind.

Documents you need

Fees and processing time

The official pages do not publish a fee for this service. Ask the office before you apply.

Processing time: About 5 working days (VFS average).

Good to know

Still listed by VFS and CGI Perth although PIO cards have been phased out; likely of limited relevance.

Official sources

Check before you apply

This page summarises information published by India's official channels, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.

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