National ID card renewal in Bosnia & Herzegovina
Renewing a Bosnian National Identity Card (Lična karta) involves visiting a local police station to submit an application, provide biometric data, and verify residency. The process concludes with the collection of the new card once the manufacturing period is complete.
It is standard practice to initiate the renewal process at least 30 days before the current card expires. Applicants should account for administrative processing times, which can fluctuate based on regional station volume and seasonal demand.
Start 30 days ahead
Processing times are typically 15 days from the date of submission, though regional delays may occur.
The process
- 1Verify the specific requirements and office hours at the local Ministry of the Interior office serving the applicant's registered place of residence.
- 2Present the existing ID card to the clerk for cancellation and identification.
- 3Provide current biometric data, including digital fingerprints and a photograph taken on-site.
- 4Submit payment for the administrative processing fee at an authorized bank or post office.
- 5Return to the designated office after the indicated processing period to collect the new identity card in person.
What to bring
- Current or expired National Identity Card
- Proof of payment for the administrative fee
- Document confirming registered place of residence, if requested by the local office
Who handles it
Ministarstvo unutrašnjih poslova / Ministry of the Interior
The standard fee is 18 BAM, payable at official banking institutions, though this should be confirmed with the local police administration at the time of application.
What commonly goes wrong
- Applications must be submitted in the municipality where the person is officially registered as a resident.
- Failure to renew an expired card can lead to difficulties in accessing banking or public services.
- Lost or stolen cards require an additional police report before a replacement can be issued.
Sources
This guide is based on one official source.
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