National ID card renewal in Ukraine
Renewing a Ukrainian National ID card (ID-passport) primarily involves applying through a territorial unit or regional department of the State Migration Service of Ukraine. The process typically requires submitting an application, providing necessary documents, and undergoing biometric data capture.
It is generally advisable to initiate the renewal process several weeks or months before the current card's expiration. This allows for potential processing delays, appointment waiting times, and ensures continuous validity of identification documents.
Start 20 days ahead
The standard processing time for an ID card is typically 20 working days. An expedited service, if available, usually takes 10 working days, though this may incur an additional fee.
The process
- 1Locate the nearest territorial unit or regional department of the State Migration Service of Ukraine, or a 'Passport Service' center.
- 2Schedule an appointment, if required, or visit during operating hours.
- 3Submit an application for renewal of the ID card.
- 4Provide the necessary documents, including the expiring ID card.
- 5Undergo the procedure for capturing biometric data (digital photograph, fingerprints).
- 6Pay the administrative fee.
- 7Collect the new ID card upon notification of its readiness, presenting the old card for surrender.
What to bring
- Passport of a citizen of Ukraine in the form of a card (ID-passport) that needs to be exchanged.
- Documents confirming citizenship of Ukraine (if applicable, for example, if the previous document was issued before 2004 or there are questions about citizenship status).
- Documents confirming the change of information (e.g., marriage certificate, divorce certificate, birth certificate of children, if there are changes in marital status or family composition that need to be reflected or checked).
- Taxpayer registration number (RNOKPP, formerly identification code).
- Receipt for payment of the administrative fee.
Who handles it
Державна міграційна служба України (State Migration Service of Ukraine)
The administrative fee for issuing an ID card is set by the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine. The cost may vary for standard and expedited services. Current fee information should be confirmed directly with the State Migration Service or its official website.
What commonly goes wrong
- Ensure all supporting documents are original and valid; photocopies are usually not accepted without originals.
- Be aware that processing times can sometimes be extended due to various factors, so applying well in advance is recommended.
- Confirm the specific requirements and fees with the chosen service center, as procedures can sometimes have minor local variations or updates.
- It is important to surrender the old ID card when collecting the new one.
Sources
This guide is based on one official source.
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