National ID card renewal in Argentina
Renewing a National ID card (DNI - Documento Nacional de Identidad) in Argentina involves updating biometric data and personal information through the national civil registry. The process is typically completed at local registry offices or designated digital service centers after scheduling an appointment.
Most applicants initiate the renewal process at least 30 to 60 days before a card reaches its expiration date. This buffer accounts for potential appointment wait times at high-demand offices and the administrative processing window for printing and delivering the physical card.
Start 30 days ahead
The physical card is typically mailed to the registered address within 15 to 30 days of processing, depending on the applicant's location.
The process
- 1Verify if an appointment is required for the chosen registry office via the official government portal.
- 2Pay the applicable processing fee online or at a designated collection point prior to the appointment.
- 3Visit the registry office in person at the scheduled time to provide biometric data (fingerprints and digital photo).
- 4Confirm the delivery address where the new physical ID card will be sent.
- 5Track the shipment of the new card using the reference number provided after the appointment.
What to bring
- Previous DNI card
- Proof of appointment (if applicable)
- Receipt of payment for the processing fee
Who handles it
Registro Nacional de las Personas (RENAPER - National Registry of Persons)
Fees for DNI issuance are set by the Ministry of the Interior and are subject to periodic adjustment; current rates should be confirmed on the official Argentina.gob.ar portal before payment.
What commonly goes wrong
- Failing to update personal information or a change of address in the registry before requesting a renewal.
- Choosing a delivery address where the mail carrier may be unable to leave the document in the recipient's absence.
- Not verifying the specific requirements for minors or individuals with disabilities, which may involve additional documentation.
Sources
This guide is based on one official source.
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