National ID card renewal in Tajikistan
Renewing a National ID card in Tajikistan, often referred to as an internal passport, typically involves visiting a local passport service office, completing an application, and providing necessary documents. The process ensures citizens have an updated identification document for domestic use.
It is generally advisable to begin the renewal process several months before the document's expiration date. This allows sufficient time to gather all required documents, schedule appointments if necessary, and account for processing times, which can vary depending on the local office and current demand.
Start 60 days ahead
This lead time accounts for potential waiting times for appointments, the time needed to gather all necessary supporting documents, and the processing period once the application is submitted. Actual processing times can vary.
The process
- 1Locate the nearest passport service department (OVIR office) in Tajikistan.
- 2Obtain an application form for renewing the internal passport/ID card.
- 3Complete the application form accurately and legibly.
- 4Gather all required supporting documents, such as the expiring ID card, photographs, and any proof of changes (e.g., marriage certificate if name changed).
- 5Pay the applicable state duty (fee) at a designated bank.
- 6Submit the completed application form, supporting documents, and payment receipt to the passport service department.
- 7Collect the new National ID card/internal passport upon notification that it is ready.
What to bring
- Existing National ID card (internal passport)
- Color photographs (specific size and quantity to be confirmed with the authority)
- Birth certificate
- Proof of payment of state duty (receipt)
- Military service card (for males, if applicable)
- Marriage certificate or divorce certificate (if applicable, for name changes or marital status updates)
- Address registration document (Propiska/Registration at the place of residence)
Who handles it
Налоговый комитет при Правительстве Республики Таджикистан (Tax Committee under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan), likely through its passport service departments or OVIR offices (Отдел виз и регистрации / Department of Visas and Registration), which handle internal passport issuance and renewal.
The cost for renewing the National ID card (internal passport) is a state duty, the exact amount of which should be confirmed directly with the passport service department (OVIR) or through official government channels in Tajikistan. Fees are subject to change.
What commonly goes wrong
- Ensure all supporting documents are valid and original, as copies may not be accepted without verification.
- Photograph requirements are often strict; confirm the exact size, background color, and quality before taking them.
- Processing times can vary; inquire about the expected timeline when submitting the application.
- Any changes in personal data (e.g., name, marital status, address) require corresponding official documents to be presented during renewal.
Sources
This guide is based on one official source.
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