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The Consent Form For Minor Passport is a mandatory requirement under Indian law when applying for a passport for individuals under 18 years of age. This document is essential for complying with the Indian Passports Act, 1967, and subsequent Passport Rules, which require explicit parental or guardian consent for minor passport issuance. The form serves multiple purposes: it provides legal authorization for the passport issuance, protects against potential custody disputes or unauthorized travel, and ensures both parents (where applicable) are aware of and consent to the minor's passport application. The document must be properly executed and typically requires supporting documentation such as identity proofs, address verification, and relationship certificates. In cases of single parents, divorced parents, or legal guardians, additional declarations and supporting documents may be required.
