Documents Required — Complete Guide

Know exactly which documents you need before visiting any government office. Organized by service and category, with printable checklists.

Why This Matters

The #1 reason government applications get rejected is incomplete documentation. This guide ensures you have every document ready before you apply, saving you time and repeat trips.

India20 services

Aadhaar Card Status Check Online

5–15 Days · Fee: Free

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Identity Proof (Any One)

PAN Card — Must have clear photo and signature
Passport — Valid and not expired
Voter ID — Front and back copy required
Driving License — Valid, non-expired

Address Proof (Any One)

Bank Statement — Printed within last 3 months
Electricity Bill — Not older than 3 months
Ration Card — Clear copy with applicant name
Water Bill — Not older than 3 months

Date of Birth Proof (Any One)

Birth Certificate — Original or certified copy
SSLC/10th Marksheet — Government-issued
Passport — Contains DOB information

PAN Card Status Check Online

15–20 Days · Fee: ₹107 (Indian address) / ₹1,017 (Foreign address)

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Identity Proof

Aadhaar Card — Self-attested copy
Passport — First and last page copies
Voter ID — Front and back

Address Proof

Aadhaar Card — Self-attested
Utility Bill — Not older than 3 months
Bank Statement — Last 3 months

Passport Application Status Check

30–45 Days (Normal) / 7–14 Days (Tatkal) · Fee: ₹1,500 (Normal) / ₹3,500 (Tatkal)

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Mandatory Documents

Aadhaar Card — Self-attested copy
PAN Card or Voter ID — As additional ID
Birth Certificate or 10th Marksheet — For DOB proof

Address Proof

Aadhaar Card — Current address
Utility Bill — Not older than 3 months
Bank Passbook — With updated address

Track Voter ID Application Status (NVSP 2026 — Moved to ERO)

15–30 Days · Fee: Free

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Identity & Address Proof

Aadhaar Card — Self-attested copy
Passport — Valid copy
Utility Bill — As address proof

EPF/PF Status Check — Track Claim & Download Passbook (2026)

10–20 Days (Claims) · Fee: Free

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For EPF Withdrawal

Aadhaar Card — Linked with UAN
Bank Passbook/Cheque — For account verification
PAN Card — If withdrawal exceeds ₹50,000

Driving License Status Check Online

7–30 Days · Fee: ₹200–₹1,000

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Application Documents

Application Form (Form 4/4A)
Address Proof (Aadhaar/Passport/Voter ID)
Age Proof (Birth Certificate/10th Marksheet)
Medical Certificate (Form 1/1A from registered doctor)

For Renewal

Existing Driving License (original)
Passport-size photographs (3 copies)
Medical Certificate (for age 40+)
Self-declaration of physical fitness (Form 1)

Income Tax Refund Status Check Online

20–60 Days · Fee: Free

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For Filing ITR

PAN Card
Aadhaar Card (linked to PAN)
Form 16 from employer
Bank statements for the financial year
Investment proofs (80C, 80D, etc.)

For Refund Issues

ITR Acknowledgment (ITR-V)
Bank account details linked to PAN
Pre-validated bank account proof
CPC communication reference number

Check Marriage Certificate Status Online (2026 Track Application)

15–30 Days · Fee: ₹50–₹500

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Mandatory Documents

Marriage Registration Form (as per state)
Aadhaar Card of both spouses
Address proof of both parties
Passport-size photographs of both (together and individual)
Wedding invitation card or photographs

Supporting Documents

Age proof (Birth Certificate/10th Certificate)
Two witness identity proofs
Divorce decree (if previously married)
Conversion certificate (if applicable)
Affidavit of marriage on stamp paper

Vehicle RC Status & Transfer

7-15 Days · Fee: Varies

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Ration Card Status Check

15-30 Days · Fee: Free

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EPF Passbook Download

Instant · Fee: Free

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Ayushman Card Eligibility

Instant · Fee: Free

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PM Kisan Beneficiary Status

Instant · Fee: Free

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Income Certificate Status

7-15 Days · Fee: Varies

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UIDAI PVC Card Status

5-15 Days · Fee: ₹50

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FSSAI License Status

30-60 Days · Fee: ₹100-₹7500

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NREGA Job Card List

Instant · Fee: Free

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FASTag Balance Check

Instant · Fee: Free

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Unmarried Certificate Status Check Online (2026 Guide)

7–15 Days · Fee: ₹25–₹100

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Identity & Address Proof

Aadhaar Card — Self-attested copy
Voter ID or PAN Card — As secondary ID
Address proof — Ration card or utility bill

Supporting Documents

Self-declaration affidavit on stamp paper
Two passport-size photographs
School/College certificates (if applicable)
No Marriage Registration proof from local body

E-Sewa Punjab Application Status — Track Certificate Online (2026)

7–21 Days · Fee: ₹20–₹200

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General Documents

Aadhaar Card — Self-attested copy
Passport-size photograph
Application reference number / receipt

Service-Specific Documents

Income proof (for income certificate)
Caste proof from Sarpanch/MC (for caste certificate)
Address proof (for residence certificate)
Marriage registration proof (for marriage certificate download)

United States13 services

US Visa Application Status Check

3–8 Weeks · Fee: $185 (Non-immigrant) / $325 (Immigrant)

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Required for Interview

Valid Passport — Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond travel date
DS-160 Confirmation Page — Printed copy
Visa Fee Receipt (MRV) — Payment confirmation
Passport Photos — 2x2 inch, white background, recent

Supporting Documents

Employment Letter — Current job details and salary
Bank Statements — Last 6 months
Tax Returns — Last 2-3 years (ITR/W-2)
Travel Itinerary — Flight and hotel bookings

Green Card (I-485) Status Check

8–14 Months · Fee: $1,440 (I-485 filing fee)

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I-485 Filing Documents

I-485 Form — Completed and signed
Passport Photos — USCIS specifications
Birth Certificate — With certified translation if needed
Medical Examination (I-693) — From USCIS-approved civil surgeon

US Passport Application Status Check

6–13 Weeks · Fee: $130–$160

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New Passport (DS-11)

Proof of U.S. Citizenship (birth certificate/naturalization)
Valid photo ID (driver's license)
Passport photo (2x2 inches, recent)
Form DS-11 completed and unsigned

Renewal (DS-82)

Most recent U.S. passport
Passport photo (2x2 inches, recent)
Form DS-82 completed and signed
Payment for applicable fees

SSN Card Replacement Status

7–14 Days · Fee: Free

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I-94 Retrieval & Travel History

Instant · Fee: Free (Online) / $6 (Land Border)

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Travel Documents

Valid Passport
Visa Number (Optional)
Entry/Exit Dates

ESTA Application Status Check

Up to 72 Hours · Fee: $21

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IRS Tax Transcript Download

Instant (Online) / 5-10 Days (Mail) · Fee: Free

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EAD Card (I-765) Status

2-5 Months · Fee: $410

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TSA PreCheck Renewal Status

3-60 Days · Fee: $70-$78

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Global Entry Status

4-6 Months · Fee: $100

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FAFSA Application Status

1-3 Days · Fee: Free

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CDL Medical Card Status

Varies by State · Fee: Varies

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Medicare Card Replacement Status

30 Days · Fee: Free

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UK Visa Application Status Check

3–8 Weeks · Fee: £100–£1,523 (varies by category)

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Standard Requirements

Valid Passport — At least 6 months validity
Passport Photos — 45mm x 35mm, white background
Financial Evidence — Bank statements for last 6 months
Accommodation Proof — Hotel booking or sponsor letter

UK Passport Application Status

3–10 Weeks · Fee: £82.50 (Online) / £93 (Paper)

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Passport Application

Current Passport — If renewing
Passport Photos — Digital or printed to specification
Countersignatory Details — If first passport or appearance changed significantly