Passport renewal in Senegal
Renewing a Senegalese passport generally involves applying in person at the appropriate government office, such as the Division spéciale des passeports in Dakar or at a diplomatic mission if residing abroad. Applicants must submit required documents, including the expiring passport, and follow specific procedures for fingerprinting and photo capture.
It is advisable to begin the renewal process several months before the current passport's expiration date. This allows ample time to gather necessary documents, secure an appointment if required, and account for processing times, which can vary depending on the application location and current demand.
Start 90 days ahead
This lead time accounts for potential appointment waiting times, the gathering of necessary supporting documents, and the processing period once the application is submitted. Actual processing times can vary.
The process
- 1Verify the specific requirements and procedures with the Division spéciale des passeports or the relevant diplomatic mission.
- 2Gather all necessary documents, including the expiring passport, national identity card, and any other required supporting paperwork.
- 3Complete the application form, which may be available online or at the application center.
- 4Submit the application in person at the designated office (e.g., Division spéciale des passeports in Dakar) or a Senegalese embassy/consulate abroad.
- 5Undergo biometric data capture, including fingerprints and a digital photograph.
- 6Pay the applicable passport renewal fee.
- 7Collect the new passport once it is ready, typically upon presentation of the receipt and the old passport.
What to bring
- Current Senegalese passport (due for renewal or expired)
- Valid Senegalese National Identity Card (Carte Nationale d'Identité - CNI)
- Proof of payment of the passport fee (receipt)
- Any other supporting documents as specified by the authority (e.g., birth certificate, proof of residence, marriage certificate for name changes)
Who handles it
Direction Générale de la Police Nationale (DGPN) - Division spéciale des passeports, Sénégal
https://www.police.sn/nos-services/passeport/
The fee for a Senegalese passport renewal is subject to change and should be confirmed directly with the Direction Générale de la Police Nationale or the specific diplomatic mission where the application will be submitted.
What commonly goes wrong
- Ensure all supporting documents are valid and match the information on your expiring passport and national identity card to avoid delays.
- Be aware that procedures and required documents may vary slightly for applications submitted outside of Senegal (e.g., at an embassy or consulate).
- Processing times can fluctuate, especially during peak periods; plan accordingly.
- Always confirm the exact payment method accepted at the application center, as some locations may only accept specific forms of payment.
Sources
This guide is based on one official source.
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