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Passport renewal in French Guiana

Written from published rules on 28 August 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with Agence nationale des titres sécurisés (ANTS - National Agency for Secure Titles).

Renewing a French passport in French Guiana involves submitting an application at a designated administrative office. The process requires a physical appearance to provide biometric data, including fingerprints and a digital photograph.

Your timing

Applicants are generally advised to begin the renewal process several months before a document expires, as appointment availability at local town halls can be limited and processing times fluctuate based on current demand.

Start 60 days ahead

Processing times are subject to seasonal demand and administrative backlogs at the regional production centers.

The process

  1. 1Verify if a pre-application is available online through the ANTS website to expedite the process.
  2. 2Schedule an appointment at a 'mairie' (town hall) in French Guiana equipped with a biometric registration station.
  3. 3Purchase the necessary fiscal stamp (timbre fiscal) online or at a local tobacco shop.
  4. 4Attend the appointment in person to present documentation and capture biometric data.
  5. 5Track the application status online and collect the new passport from the same location where the application was submitted.

What to bring

  • Current passport
  • Proof of address (justificatif de domicile)
  • Digital passport photo taken within the last six months
  • Proof of purchase of the fiscal stamp
  • Birth certificate (if the current passport is expired for more than five years or is lost/stolen)

Who handles it

Agence nationale des titres sécurisés (ANTS - National Agency for Secure Titles)

https://passeport.ants.gouv.fr/

The fee for a standard adult passport is 86 EUR, payable via a fiscal stamp. This should be confirmed on the official ANTS website as variations exist for minors or expedited needs.

What commonly goes wrong

  • Ensure the passport photo adheres strictly to official standards regarding lighting and expression.
  • Verify that the town hall chosen for the appointment has the required equipment for biometric collection.
  • Ensure the name and details on the application match official civil registry records exactly.

Sources

This guide is based on one official source.

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