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How Many Digits in Passport Number

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Ever tried filling a travel form and suddenly paused… “how many digits in passport number?” Don’t worry, you’re not alone. It’s a very common confusion, especially when different countries follow different rules.

So, what’s the answer?

There isn’t one single number for everyone. A passport number usually has 8 or 9 characters, but the exact count depends on your country.

Here’s a quick list you can check:

  • India → 8 characters (1 letter + 7 numbers)
     
  • USA → 9 characters (usually 1 letter + 8 numbers)
     
  • South Korea → 9 digits
     
  • Most other countries → 8–9 characters (mix of letters + digits)
     

See? Not that scary. Just letters and digits together make the number.

Real life example

Imagine your passport number is:

M7654321 → Count it: M (letter) + 7 digits = 8 characters
— That’s an Indian passport format.

Or a U.S. traveler might have:

C12345678 → 9 characters total
— Perfectly normal for the U.S.

The number is always printed on the first page with your photo. It’s bold, easy to spot, and usually in the top-right area.

Why does this even matter?

Because travel forms can be picky. Sometimes they ask:

“Enter passport number (digits only)”
or
“Enter exactly as shown”

If you miss the letter or leave an extra space, the form might reject your details — not fun when you’re booking tickets or applying for a visa.

Quick tip: Copy it exactly the way it appears on the passport. No guessing. No changes.

 

FAQs

Can the format change over time?
 

 Yes. Some countries updated formats in recent years, so newer passports might look different.

What if my form asks for digits only but mine has a letter?
 

 Enter the letter too — it’s part of your passport number.

Mine is different from my friend’s. Is that a problem?
 

 Nope. Even within a country, characters can vary a bit.

 In short: count every letter and number you see in the passport number. That’s what you need for travel forms.

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