Passport renewal in Madagascar
Renewing a Malagasy passport typically involves submitting an application, along with necessary identification documents and photographs, to the designated government authority. The process aims to update personal information and issue a new passport booklet.
It is generally advisable to begin the passport renewal process several months before the current passport's expiry date. This allows ample time to gather all required documents, schedule appointments if necessary, and account for processing times, which can sometimes extend unexpectedly.
Start 60 days ahead
This lead time accounts for potential waiting times for appointments, time to gather all required documents, and the processing period once the application is submitted. Actual processing times can vary.
The process
- 1Obtain an application form from the DGST offices or download it if available online.
- 2Gather all necessary supporting documents, including the expiring passport, national identity card, birth certificate, and recent photographs.
- 3Pay the applicable renewal fee at the designated bank or treasury, and obtain a receipt.
- 4Submit the completed application form and all supporting documents, along with the payment receipt, to the DGST services.
- 5Attend any required interview or biometric data collection (fingerprints, photograph) if applicable.
- 6Collect the new passport once notified that it is ready, typically upon presentation of the old passport and the collection receipt.
What to bring
- Original expiring Malagasy passport
- Copy of the expiring Malagasy passport (all relevant pages)
- Original Malagasy National Identity Card (CIN) or an equivalent valid identification document
- Copy of the National Identity Card (CIN)
- Original birth certificate (copie intégrale ou extrait avec filiation)
- Copy of the birth certificate
- Recent passport-sized photographs (specific number and format to be confirmed with DGST)
- Proof of payment for the renewal fee
- Proof of address (e.g., utility bill, certificate of residence), if required
Who handles it
Direction Générale de la Sécurité du Territoire (DGST) / Ministère de l'Intérieur et de la Décentralisation (Ministry of Interior and Decentralization)
The fee for passport renewal in Madagascar should be confirmed directly with the Direction Générale de la Sécurité du Territoire (DGST) or the relevant treasury office, as it is subject to change. Typically, payment is made at a designated bank or treasury, not directly at the application counter.
What commonly goes wrong
- Ensure all required documents are originals and accompanied by photocopies, as specific requirements can be strict.
- Verify the exact format and number of passport photos needed, as these often have specific criteria (e.g., background color, size, recentness).
- Confirm the current fee and accepted payment methods before visiting the office, as these can be updated.
- Be aware of varying processing times; inquire about the estimated completion time during submission and keep the receipt for collection.
Sources
Other documents in Madagascar
Passport renewal in other countries
Often renewed together
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