Passports Act 1967 with Rules [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann is a comprehensive legal reference that compiles the entire text of the Act, alongside its associated rules and allied legislation. This authoritative volume includes all amendments in force up to the latest date. It also features section-wise commentary to clarify complex legal provisions, making it an indispensable guide to the law governing passports and travel documents in India.

This book is intended for the following audience:

• Lawyers & Advocates – To get a ready reference of the statutory provisions and a deeper understanding through detailed section notes
• Judicial Officers & Academicians – For quick research, case references, and to aid in teaching or scholarly work
• Government Officials & Passport Authorities – To understand precisely the legal framework and procedural nuances, ensuring compliance and facilitating correct decision-making
• Students of Law – For clear insights into the legislative intent and for preparing for university exams or competitive examinations where knowledge of the Passports Act, 1967, and its rules is essential
• General Readers & Travelers – Anyone keen to know the legalities surrounding passports, travel documents, and relevant obligations or rights

The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Passports Act [Act No. 15 of 1967] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:

• [Complete Text of the Passports Act, 1967 & Allied Laws] Presents the Bare Act in its current, amended form, including comprehensive coverage of sections, sub-sections, provisos, and schedules
• [Relevant Updates & Amendments] Integrated references of the latest amendments and notifications up to 2025
• [Pre-amendment Provisions] Incorporates the text of provisions as they existed prior to the amendment in the respective amendment footnotes, enabling the reader to understand the legal position before the amendment and its applicability during the pre-amendment period
• [Incorporation of Rules & Supplementary Legislation] Includes the Passport (Entry into India) Act, 1920 and allied Rules such as the Passports Rules, 1980, the Passports Application (Facilitation and Processing) Rules, 2010, and the Passport (Entry into India) Rules, 1950
• [Section-wise Notes & Commentary] Clarifies intricate legal provisions; offers insights into the legislative intention and interpretation.
• [Practical Guidance] Highlights operational procedures, penalties, exemptions, and relevant forms for issuance, renewal, impounding, and revocation of passports
• [User-friendly Layout] Simple, uncluttered text, easy cross-referencing of sections, and an intuitive subject index

The structure of the book is as follows:

• Bare Act Format – Each statutory provision appears exactly as enacted or amended, making it reliable for referencing in court or legal drafting
• Section Notes – Immediately follow the statutory text, providing clarifications, judicial interpretations, and cross-sectional insights
• Act-wise & Rule-wise Sequencing – Each law (the principal Act and associated Acts & Rules) is presented chronologically for coherence
• Explanatory Footnotes & Comments – Key definitions, procedural nuances, and compliance requirements appear as notes or footnotes for enhanced user comprehension
• Subject Index – A detailed subject index at the end for a quick look-up of specific topics, terms, or sections