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National ID card renewal in French Polynesia

Written from published rules on 27 August 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with Service des titres sécurisés – Haut-Commissariat de la République en Polynésie française (Secured Titles Department - High Commission of the Republic in French Polynesia).

Renewing a French National ID card in French Polynesia involves gathering required documents, making an appointment at a designated mairie (town hall), and submitting the application. The new card must then be collected in person.

Your timing

It is generally advisable to start the renewal process several months before the current card's expiration date. This allows sufficient time to secure an appointment, which can have varying wait times, and to account for the processing period of the application itself.

Start 42 days ahead

This estimate accounts for potential appointment waiting times and a processing period, which can vary depending on the local mairie and the national workload.

The process

  1. 1Verify the required documents for renewal, as the list can vary slightly based on the applicant's specific situation (e.g., first renewal, expired for more than 5 years).
  2. 2Pre-request the ID card online (pré-demande en ligne) via the Agence Nationale des Titres Sécurisés (ANTS) website to save time at the mairie.
  3. 3Schedule an appointment at a mairie equipped with a device for recording fingerprints (dispositif de recueil). Not all mairies offer this service.
  4. 4Attend the appointment with all necessary original documents and a printout of the online pre-request confirmation.
  5. 5Submit fingerprints and application materials.
  6. 6Collect the new ID card in person at the same mairie where the application was submitted, usually within 3 months of notification of its availability. The old ID card must be returned upon collection of the new one.

What to bring

  • Proof of French nationality (e.g., original birth certificate less than 3 months old, or a copy of the expired ID card if it's still valid or expired for less than 5 years and the information is unchanged)
  • Proof of address less than one year old (e.g., utility bill, tax notice)
  • Two recent, compliant passport-style photographs (less than 6 months old, meeting official standards)
  • The expiring or expired national ID card
  • Proof of legal guardianship for minors (if applicable)

Who handles it

Service des titres sécurisés – Haut-Commissariat de la République en Polynésie française (Secured Titles Department - High Commission of the Republic in French Polynesia)

https://www.polynesie-francaise.pref.gouv.fr/Vos-demarches/Accueil-des-etrangers/Carte-nationale-d-identite-et-Passeport

A national ID card renewal is generally free of charge, provided the applicant can present their previous card. If the previous card is lost or stolen, a fiscal stamp (timbre fiscal) may be required. The specific amount of this stamp should be confirmed with the authority.

What commonly goes wrong

  • Ensure all submitted photographs meet the strict official standards, as non-compliant photos can lead to application rejection.
  • Confirm that the selected mairie is equipped to process ID card applications and make an appointment in advance, as walk-ins are often not accepted.
  • Be aware that processing times can fluctuate; it is not possible to obtain an emergency ID card for convenience reasons.
  • Collect the new card within the specified timeframe (usually 3 months) after notification, otherwise it may be destroyed.

Sources

Other documents in French Polynesia

National ID card renewal in other countries

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