What happens to Aadhaar Card, PAN, Voter ID, and Passport after a family member’s death?
By
Isha Sharma
The death of a loved one brings emotional challenges, but it also comes with the practical responsibility of managing their official documents and IDs, such as Aadhaar, PAN card, Voter ID, passport, and driving license. Legal heirs often find themselves uncertain about what to do with these documents—whether to retain, surrender, or destroy them. While there are no universal rules for handling such documents, here is a detailed guide on the procedures and considerations for each.