To apply for a passport, the process varies depending on your country of residence. Here are general steps for some countries based on the latest information:

Applying for a Dutch Passport (in the Netherlands)

• You must be 18 years or older and have Dutch nationality.
• Visit your local municipality in person to apply; an appointment is required due to high demand.
• Bring your current passport or ID card (even if expired or foreign), a recent color passport photo (no older than 6 months), and a bank card for payment.
• The municipality will check your documents, take fingerprints, and submit your application.
• Your new passport will be ready for pickup after 6 working days, no appointment needed for collection

• If applying abroad (e.g., in the USA), gather required documents via a checklist, make an appointment at the Dutch embassy or consulate, and submit your application in person. Old passports are handed in when collecting the new one or sent to the embassy if the new passport is mailed

Applying for a Dutch Passport Abroad

• Go to the Dutch embassy or consulate in person for identity verification.
• Make an appointment online if applying at Schiphol Airport's municipal desk.
• You can have the document delivered within the Netherlands if you live abroad but will need to pick it up in person otherwise

Applying for an Indian Passport (India)

• Register online through the Passport Seva Portal.
• Fill in the application form and submit it.
• Pay online using credit/debit card, internet banking, or SBI challan.
• Schedule an appointment at a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Regional Passport Office.
• Visit the PSK/RPO with original documents on the appointment date

Applying for a UK Passport

• Apply online via the official government website, paying by debit or credit card.
• Alternatively, get a paper form from a Post Office and apply by post (takes longer).
• You can get help at Post Offices for digital photo and form filling (for a fee).
• Check processing times and consider fast-track services if urgent

Applying for a Dutch Passport in Amsterdam

• Apply in person at a City Office; no appointment needed except in Weesp.
• Bring all passports/ID cards you have and a recent compliant passport photo.
• Fees apply (€86.85 standard, €145.95 urgent).
• Collect after about one week or arrange delivery

Summary of Key Requirements for Passport Application

• In-person visit: Required in most cases for identity verification and fingerprinting.
• Documents: Current/expired passports, recent passport photo meeting specifications.
• Payment: Usually by bank card or online payment; cash accepted in some places.
• Appointments: Often required due to demand; book online where applicable.
• Processing time: Typically about 1 week or more; urgent options may be available.

This overview covers the main procedures for Dutch, Indian, and UK passports. For other countries, check the relevant government or embassy website for specific instructions.