Passport renewal in Kyrgyzstan
Renewing a Kyrgyz passport typically involves preparing an application with required documents, submitting it to the authorized government agency, and then collecting the new passport once it has been processed. The process may vary slightly for citizens residing abroad.
Most people are advised to begin the passport renewal process several months before their current passport expires. This allows ample time for gathering documents, scheduling appointments if necessary, and accommodating processing times, which can sometimes extend for several weeks or even months depending on demand and location.
Start 60 days ahead
Processing times can vary, but generally, it's advisable to allow for several weeks for the standard procedure. Expedited services might be available for an additional fee, offering shorter processing times.
The process
- 1Gather all necessary documents as specified by the State Registration Service, including the expiring passport, national ID (if applicable), and any supporting documents for personal data changes.
- 2Complete the application form for passport renewal, ensuring all information is accurate and matches supporting documents.
- 3Pay the applicable state duty (fee) for the passport renewal. Information on payment methods and amounts should be confirmed with the authority.
- 4Submit the completed application form and all required documents to a territorial division of the State Registration Service within Kyrgyzstan, or to a diplomatic mission or consular office of Kyrgyzstan if residing abroad.
- 5Undergo biometric data collection, which typically includes fingerprinting and digital photography, if required.
- 6Track the application status using any provided reference number, if such a service is available.
- 7Collect the new passport once notified that it is ready, typically upon presentation of the old passport and proof of identity.
What to bring
- Passport of a citizen of the Kyrgyz Republic (expiring or expired)
- Identity card (ID card) of a citizen of the Kyrgyz Republic (if available)
- Birth certificate (for applicants under 16, or if requested for verification)
- Marriage certificate or divorce certificate (if personal data has changed)
- Military ID (for male citizens subject to military service)
- Receipt confirming payment of the state duty
- Application form (to be filled out at the service center or downloaded from the official website)
Who handles it
Мамлекеттик каттоо кызматы (State Registration Service) under the Кыргыз Республикасынын Санариптик өнүктүрүү министрлиги (Ministry of Digital Development of the Kyrgyz Republic)
The cost for passport renewal is a state duty, and its amount depends on the requested processing speed (e.g., standard, urgent). The specific fees are subject to change and should be confirmed directly with the State Registration Service or relevant consular office at the time of application.
What commonly goes wrong
- Ensure all supporting documents are valid and, if required, have certified translations or apostilles if issued abroad.
- Verify the specific requirements and available services if applying from a Kyrgyz diplomatic mission or consular office abroad, as procedures and processing times may differ from those within Kyrgyzstan.
- Be aware of different processing timelines and associated fees for standard versus expedited services.
- Confirm the exact payment methods accepted for the state duty before visiting the application center.
Sources
This guide is based on one official source.
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