Speed Post Passport Tracking

Following the passport interview at the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK), you are informed that the passport will be issued in a particular duration of time. It is delivered to the application-provided address via Speed Post, and the delivery is trackable. Those who wish to track their passport status can use a tracking tool provided by India Post. 

To check the tracking status of your passport delivery via Speed Post, follow the steps mentioned below:

Step 1: Visit Speed Post Tracking.

Step 2: Click on 'India Post Tracking.'

Step 3: Enter your tracking number.

Step 4: Click on the 'Track Speed Post' button.

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Purpose of Speed Post Passport Tracking

Here are the points for the function of Speed Post Passport Tracking:

1. The tracking system allows applicants to search for any item sent via Speed Post, including passports.
2. When tracking a passport, the following details are available.
3. The date when the passport was submitted for dispatch. 
4. The date when the passport was dispatched.
5. The different locations the passport has travelled through.

1. The date when the passport was delivered.
2. The date when a delivery intimation notice was sent to the recipient. 

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Speed Post Passport Tracking Using SMS Service

1. India Post offers an SMS service to track the delivery status of passports.
2. This service saves the user from the hassle of checking the website for passport delivery information.

1. The user can send an SMS to dedicated numbers 51969 or 166 to track the status.
2. An SMS will be sent back with the status of the passport delivery, which can be tracked for up to 60 days from the time of the inquiry.
3. The tracking number must be entered as given exactly; any deviation in typing the number will make the action invalid.
4. This service is supported by all phone networks in India.
5. The user must bear the SMS charges levied by their telephone service provider.

What if You Have Not Received Your Passport?

The applicant occasionally does not receive their passport. This might be the result of a minor shipping process delay.

On rare occasions, you might discover that the speed post staff is unable to locate your passport. Another possibility is that it was left uncollected because you were not home when it was delivered.

If this is the case, get in touch with your local post office for more information. Your passport has likely been returned to the passport office or is being held at the post office.

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FAQs on Passport Speed Post Tracking

• What time is speed post delivery?

  The delivery window is between 9 am and 6 pm, depending on the chosen service level. If the sender has opted for priority or express shipping, you can expect to receive the item on the same day or early the next morning with precision. 

• Can I check the tracking status of my passport online?

  Yes. You can check the tracking status of your passport online.

• What happens if the speed post is not delivered?

  If your speed post is not delivered, you can reach out to your nearest speed post centre to know the current status of your consignment. If the Speed Post authorities are unable to locate your passport consignment or if it has been returned to the sender, please get in touch with the respective Passport Office for further assistance. 

• What is a tracking ID number?

  A unique number assigned to a package is a tracking ID number. It can be used to track your package and appears as a bar code on the shipping label. The tracking ID number can be scanned using a smartphone or bar code reader.

• Does speed post deliver on Sundays?

  No, speed post does not deliver on Sundays except during special occasions like the new year.

• Are passports dispatched on Saturdays?

  Yes. When your passport is dispatched, you will be notified through SMS.

• Can I track a speed post online without a tracking number?

  No. You cannot track a speed post online without a tracking number.

• How can I track my passport speed post?

  Please use India Post's Speed Post Tracking Utility to check the status of your passport delivery. Once you have viewed the status, you can either contact the relevant speed post centre or visit your nearest Speed Post centre to confirm the current status of your consignment. 

• How long does speed post take to deliver a passport?

  It usually takes around a week to ten days for the first status update to appear. After that, you should receive another update within two or three days indicating that "Your passport was dispatched". It may take two to three attempts to deliver the passport to your location after it arrives successfully. 

• How can I track my passport after speed post dispatch?

  Speed post tracking numbers for passports follow a 13-character structure: PPxxxxxxxxxIN. You can monitor the status of your passport from the main tracking section. To track your passport, click on the Speed Post passport tracking link and enter your consignment number in the tracking number textbox. Then, click the "Track Speed Post" button to retrieve the status of your Speed Post parcel. 

• Why can't I track my passport speed post?

  To track your passport, you need to have or know your consignment number. You need it to track the status of your Speed Post parcel. 

• Why is my tracking number not found?

  If you are having trouble with your tracking number and it's not working or showing errors, it could be because the courier still needs to pick up your shipment or scanned it upon receipt. Please wait up to 24 hours for the shipping courier to log your tracking number. 

• How can I contact speed post?

  You can contact India Speed Post through the toll-free customer care contact number 1800 266 6868.