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National ID card renewal in Mali

Written from published rules on 26 August 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with Direction Générale de la Police Nationale (DGP), Mali. Rules here vary, so check carefully.

Renewing a Malian National ID card typically involves applying at a relevant administrative center, submitting required documents, and potentially providing biometric data. The process aims to update personal information and issue a new card.

Your timing

It is generally advisable to begin the renewal process several months before the current card's expiration date. This allows sufficient time for appointment scheduling, processing, and potential unforeseen delays, ensuring continuity of identification.

Start 60 days ahead

This lead time accounts for potential administrative processing times and any necessary appointments, which can vary.

The process

  1. 1Gather all necessary supporting documents.
  2. 2Locate the nearest administrative center responsible for national ID card applications (e.g., Police Nationale services, local préfecture, or sub-préfecture).
  3. 3Submit the application form and all required documents.
  4. 4Undergo the biometric data collection process, if required (e.g., fingerprints, photo).
  5. 5Pay the applicable renewal fee, if any.
  6. 6Collect the new National ID card upon notification that it is ready.

What to bring

  • Expired or expiring National ID card
  • Birth certificate (Extrait d'acte de naissance) or judgment suppletive (Jugement supplétif)
  • Proof of Malian nationality (e.g., certificate of nationality), if explicitly requested
  • Recent passport-sized photographs (number to be confirmed with the authority)
  • Proof of residence (e.g., utility bill or attestation d'hébergement), if required

Who handles it

Direction Générale de la Police Nationale (DGP), Mali

https://www.police.gouv.ml/

The exact fee for renewing a National ID card in Mali should be confirmed directly with the Direction Générale de la Police Nationale or the relevant administrative center at the time of application, as fees can be subject to change.

What commonly goes wrong

  • Ensure all submitted documents are valid and original, as copies may not always be accepted without verification.
  • Processing times can vary, so it is important to inquire about the expected duration when submitting the application.
  • Verify the specific requirements and operating hours of the chosen application center before visiting.
  • Check all details on the new card carefully upon collection for any errors before leaving the collection point.

Sources

This guide is based on one official source.

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