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Passport renewal in Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Written from published rules on 28 August 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with Civil Registrar / Registrar General. Rules here vary, so check carefully.

Renewing a Falkland Islands passport involves submitting an application to the Civil Registrar's office in Stanley. The process requires providing current identification, evidence of status, and updated biometric photographs.

Your timing

It is generally recommended to begin the renewal process at least 6 to 8 weeks before intended travel. This accounts for administrative processing times and the potential for postal delays between the Islands and international processing centers.

Start 45 days ahead

Allows time for document verification, processing by the local authorities, and secure dispatch of the new travel document.

The process

  1. 1Obtain the official passport application form from the Civil Registrar or the official government website.
  2. 2Prepare the required supporting documentation, including current identity evidence and proof of Falkland Islands status.
  3. 3Ensure passport photographs meet the specified dimensions and quality standards required for digital scanning.
  4. 4Submit the completed application form, supporting documents, and the current passport to the Civil Registrar's office.
  5. 5Pay the applicable renewal fee as determined by the current government schedule.
  6. 6Collect the new passport in person or arrange for secure delivery once notification of issuance is received.

What to bring

  • Current or expired passport
  • Completed passport application form
  • Two identical recent passport-sized photographs meeting official requirements
  • Evidence of Falkland Islands status (such as a birth certificate or status documentation)
  • Payment for the application fee

Who handles it

Civil Registrar / Registrar General

https://www.falklands.gov.fk/

Fees are set annually by the Falkland Islands Government; applicants should confirm the current fee schedule directly with the Civil Registrar before payment.

What commonly goes wrong

  • Photographs that do not meet strict lighting, expression, or dimension requirements will be rejected.
  • Failure to provide the previous passport, even if expired, may require additional identity verification steps.
  • Incomplete application forms will result in processing delays.

Sources

This guide is based on one official source.

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