The Passports Act, 1967 alongwith Rules, 1980

This edition of The Passports Act, 1967 (Act 15 of 1967, dated 24-6-1967), updated for 2026, serves as a comprehensive and dependable legal reference for students, legal professionals, government officials, immigration practitioners, and individuals seeking an authoritative understanding of India’s passport laws. Presented as a Bare Act with short comments, the book contains the statutory text of the law along with concise explanatory notes, making it suitable for both academic study and practical legal reference.

In addition to the principal legislation, this edition incorporates the latest amendments and includes important allied laws and rules governing the issuance, regulation, and administration of passports in India. The text has been updated to reflect the current legal position, ensuring accuracy and relevance for legal practice and examination purposes.

The book includes:
• The Passports Act, 1967 (Act 15 of 1967)
• The Passports Rules, 1980, as amended by the Passports (Amendment) Rules, 2026
• The Passports Application (Facilitation and Processing) Rules, 2010, as amended
• The Passport (Entry into India) Act, 1920
• The Passport (Entry into India) Rules, 1950
• Short comments for better understanding of key statutory provisions

The content covers important aspects of passport and travel law, including:
• Grant, refusal, impounding, and revocation of passports and travel documents
• Eligibility and application procedures
• Powers and functions of passport authorities
• Offences, penalties, and enforcement provisions
• Appeals and legal remedies
• Entry into India regulations under the allied legislation
• Procedural requirements and compliance under the applicable rules

This edition is particularly suitable for:
• Law students and academicians studying constitutional, administrative, and immigration laws
• Advocates and legal practitioners dealing with passport, immigration, and citizenship matters
• Government officials and compliance professionals requiring an updated statutory reference
• Individuals seeking a reliable source on India's passport laws and procedures

Whether used for examinations, legal practice, academic research, or day-to-day reference, this updated edition provides a reliable and current compilation of The Passports Act, 1967 and its allied rules and legislation as applicable in 2026.