Passport renewal in Mongolia
Renewing a Mongolian passport typically involves applying through the General Authority for State Registration within Mongolia or through a Mongolian embassy or consulate if residing abroad. The process generally requires submitting an application, providing necessary documents, and undergoing biometric data capture.
It is advisable for individuals to begin the passport renewal process several months before their current passport's expiration date. This allows ample time to secure appointments, gather all required documentation, and account for potential processing delays, which can vary depending on the application location and current demand.
Start 90 days ahead
This lead time accounts for booking appointments, preparing documents, and processing times, which can range from a few weeks to several months, especially for applications made outside Mongolia.
The process
- 1Determine the appropriate application location: General Authority for State Registration (GASR) offices in Mongolia or a Mongolian Embassy/Consulate if living abroad.
- 2Gather all required documents, including the expiring passport, national ID card, and any other specific forms or photographs.
- 3Complete the passport renewal application form, either online or in person.
- 4Schedule an appointment, if required by the specific office or embassy/consulate.
- 5Attend the appointment to submit the application, provide biometric data (fingerprints, photo), and pay the applicable fee.
- 6Track the application status through the provided channels.
- 7Collect the new passport once it is ready, typically upon presentation of the old passport and identification.
What to bring
- Current Mongolian passport (expiring or expired)
- Mongolian National ID card (СИМАРТ)
- Birth certificate (original or certified copy, if required for verification)
- Passport-sized color photographs (specifications may vary by location, often 3.5x4.5 cm)
- Completed application form
- Proof of address (if required, for certain services or verification)
- For minors, the presence of parents or legal guardians and their identification documents may be required.
Who handles it
General Authority for State Registration (Улсын Бүртгэлийн Ерөнхий Газар) within Mongolia, or Mongolian Embassies/Consulates (Монгол Улсын Элчин сайдын яам/Консулын газар) abroad.
https://burtgel.gov.mn/service/passport-renewal-mongolian-citizen/
Fees for passport renewal vary depending on the processing speed requested (standard vs. expedited) and the location of application (within Mongolia vs. abroad). Specific amounts and payment methods should be confirmed directly with the General Authority for State Registration or the relevant embassy/consulate.
What commonly goes wrong
- Ensure all required documents are up-to-date and valid; expired IDs may cause delays.
- Photograph specifications are strict; incorrect photos are a common reason for application rejection.
- Processing times can be longer than anticipated, especially for applications submitted at embassies or consulates abroad.
- Verify the specific requirements of the application location, as they can differ slightly between GASR offices and foreign missions.
Sources
Other documents in Mongolia
Passport renewal in other countries
Often renewed together
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