Steps to Take If You Lose Your Passport While Traveling Abroad:
1. Stay Calm and Search Thoroughly
- Check your belongings, hotel room, and recent locations carefully.
- Ask at lost-and-found counters if you were at an airport, train station, or public place.
2. File a Police Report
- Visit the nearest police station and report the lost passport.
- Get a copy of the police report, as it is required for reapplying.
3. Contact the Indian Embassy/Consulate
- Locate the nearest Indian Embassy or Consulate.
- Carry the police report, a copy of your lost passport (if available), and any other identification documents.
4. Apply for an Emergency Travel Document
- If you need to return to India urgently, request an Emergency Certificate (EC).
- If you plan to continue your travel, apply for a Duplicate Passport at the embassy.
5. Notify Your Airline & Immigration Officials
- Inform your airline if you have upcoming flights.
- Immigration officials at the airport may assist with temporary travel permissions.
6. Monitor for Identity Theft
- Losing a passport can lead to misuse. Keep an eye on your identity documents.
Precautionary Tips:
✔ Always keep a photocopy or digital copy of your passport.
✔ Store your passport safely while traveling.
✔ Note down embassy contact details before your trip.
