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Passport renewal in Martinique

Written from published rules on 26 August 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with Préfecture de la Martinique (Prefecture of Martinique) or Mairie (Town Hall).

Renewing a French passport in Martinique involves submitting an application at a local town hall (mairie) or the prefecture, providing necessary documents, and undergoing a biometric data collection process. The new passport is then produced and available for collection.

Your timing

It is generally advisable for individuals to begin the passport renewal process several months before their current passport's expiration date. This allows ample time to secure an appointment, gather all required documents, and account for processing times, which can vary depending on seasonal demand and local office workloads. Processing times can be several weeks or more.

Start 90 days ahead

This lead time accounts for potential appointment waiting times at the mairie or prefecture, as well as the standard processing and delivery duration for a new passport, which can vary.

The process

  1. 1Check the validity of the current passport and gather necessary documents.
  2. 2Complete the online pre-application form (pré-demande de passeport) on the Agence Nationale des Titres Sécurisés (ANTS) website, which generates a QR code or reference number.
  3. 3Make an appointment at a mairie (town hall) equipped with biometric devices, or at the Prefecture in Fort-de-France.
  4. 4Attend the appointment, bringing all required documents, the pre-application reference number, and payment for the fiscal stamp.
  5. 5Biometric data (fingerprints and photo) will be collected during the appointment.
  6. 6Track the application status online via the ANTS website.
  7. 7Collect the new passport in person at the same mairie or prefecture where the application was submitted, often requiring the old passport to be surrendered.

What to bring

  • Original and photocopy of a valid proof of identity (e.g., national identity card or previous passport).
  • Proof of address (less than one year old, e.g., utility bill, tax notice).
  • Two recent, compliant passport photos (less than 6 months old, meeting ICAO standards).
  • Fiscal stamp (timbre fiscal) corresponding to the current fee for a passport.
  • If the old passport is lost or stolen, a declaration of loss/theft and potentially other supporting documents.
  • For minors, the presence of a legal guardian, their identity document, and proof of parental authority.

Who handles it

Préfecture de la Martinique (Prefecture of Martinique) or Mairie (Town Hall)

https://www.martinique.gouv.fr/

The cost of a passport is covered by a 'timbre fiscal' (fiscal stamp). The current fee should be confirmed on the official ANTS website or with the issuing authority, as it can vary based on the applicant's age (adult, minor) and location. As of recent information, the fee for an adult passport is typically around 86 euros.

What commonly goes wrong

  • Ensure passport photos meet strict French government standards; non-compliant photos are a common reason for application delays.
  • Appointment availability at mairies can be limited, especially during peak seasons; booking well in advance is crucial.
  • Applicants must pay for the fiscal stamp before their appointment; it can be purchased online or at a tobacconist.
  • The physical presence of the applicant (including minors) is mandatory for biometric data collection and often for collection.

Sources

Other documents in Martinique

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