Hi, I got a new job and I’m about to send my documents for the new firm’s legal team for H1B transfer. I noticed my Passport is expired and also damaged (40% of the binding thread came off, but the remaining 60% is still intact, so not sure if this is considered as damaged as the rest of the passport is in mint condition)
I’ve tried to apply for Passport Renewal in Tatkaal, however when I had a doubt regarding the application process, I called VFS customer service and tried to describe my situation. I came to know from their customer service that if the passport is “already expired” or “damaged” then I’m not eligible for Tatkaal.
However, I see on the government website to choose Tatkaal and under the options for reason for Passport Re-issuance, I see Damaged passport option as well.
I’m in a very time sensitive situation as I’m about to start my H1B transfer. I have two questions
Has anyone applied for Tatkaal with no issues for an “already expired” passport or “damaged” passport?
Anyone knows if I can still continue with H1B transfer with an assumption that there will be an RFE due to expired passport but by then I will have my new passort, so should be all good? But on some websites, I read that “un-expired” passport is amust during the time of H1B transfer.
Please help me with your valuable suggestions