[NYC VFS] Indian Passport Renewal — Full Timeline (May 2026)
Hi all, wanted to share a recent positive experience for passport renewal as multiple other posts from this sub were of great help to me during my research. Hope this helps someone!
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**Submitted:** In-person at VFS Centre, New York
**Service type:** Normal processing
**Changes made:** Added spouse name + updated Indian address
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**📅 Full Timeline**
| Date | Portal | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 30 | VFS Global | Submitted in person — Application dispatched to OC for processing |
| May 1 | Passport Mission Portal | Application received — under processing at Embassy/Consulate |
| May 5 | Passport Mission Portal (Inspect Element) | 🔍 Printed → Application granted on post police verification basis → Print & PV initiated |
| May 6 | Passport Mission Portal (Inspect Element) | 🔍 Dispatch Initiated → Passport sent by CPPF to Issuing RPO |
| May 8 | FedEx | ✅ New & old passport delivered |
**Total: 8 days from submission to delivery**
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**💡 Tips for others:**
- **In-person drop-off > mail** — No anxiety about documents getting lost in transit. Staff at NYC VFS were helpful and the process was smooth. I wanted to add my spouse name so had to make some corrections in the application form — the staff guided me through it without any issues
- **FedEx return label** — You can buy it right there on the same floor at NYC VFS for ~$32. No need to arrange anything in advance
Happy to answer any questions!