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National ID card renewal in Côte d’Ivoire

Written from published rules on 28 August 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with Office National de l'État Civil et de l'Identification (ONECI - National Office of Civil Status and Identification).

Renewing a National Identity Card (Carte Nationale d'Identité - CNI) in Côte d’Ivoire involves updating biometric data and personal information through the national enrollment system. Applicants must process their request through the official government portal or designated enrollment centers.

Your timing

It is recommended to begin the renewal process several months before the document expires. High demand at enrollment centers and periodic delays in the production of physical cards often lead to extended wait times between enrollment and card collection.

Start 90 days ahead

This accounts for potential delays in biometric verification and the centralized production cycle of national identification documents.

The process

  1. 1Verify the status of the current ID and initiate the renewal request via the official ONECI website.
  2. 2Pay the required processing fee through the authorized payment channels listed on the official portal.
  3. 3Schedule an appointment for biometric enrollment at a designated ONECI center.
  4. 4Attend the appointment in person to provide fingerprints and have a digital photograph taken.
  5. 5Monitor the status of the card production through the official tracking service.
  6. 6Retrieve the new card from the specified collection point once notified.

What to bring

  • Previous National Identity Card
  • Proof of payment (receipt/transaction reference)
  • Valid email address and phone number for status notifications
  • Any supplemental documents required by ONECI if personal details have changed

Who handles it

Office National de l'État Civil et de l'Identification (ONECI - National Office of Civil Status and Identification)

https://www.oneci.ci/

The fee is typically set by government decree. Applicants must confirm the current amount, which is often around 5,000 FCFA, directly through the official ONECI payment portal.

What commonly goes wrong

  • Ensure that the biographical information provided matches existing records in the national registry exactly.
  • Check that the mobile number provided is active, as SMS notifications are the primary way to receive collection updates.
  • Avoid using third-party intermediaries for payments to prevent unauthorized fees or fraud.

Sources

This guide is based on one official source.

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