A passport is the most important official identity document issued by governments to their citizens, allowing them to travel between countries. A passport verifies identity and ensures the security and rights of a country’s citizens in the territory of other countries. According to the country’s current laws, the issuance of passports for Iranians residing abroad is the responsibility of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which is carried out by the representative offices of the Islamic Republic of Iran abroad.
Passport application and issuance are based on various reasons, including:
- Passport expiration (individuals whose passports have 6 months or less remaining validity)
- Filled passport pages
- Change of first and last name or date of birth based on the Iranian birth certificate
- Change of residence of resident citizens in the passport
Applicants for a passport must, after creating an electronic file (profile) in the Mikhak system, complete the passport issuance application form, upload images of the required documents, send it to the relevant representative office, or attend in person (with the tracking code received from the system) to complete the issuance and delivery of documents and receive their passport.
When Do You Need Passport Issuance or Renewal?
Your passport is your identity document for traveling abroad. You will need to issue or renew your passport if it expires, the pages are filled, it is lost or damaged, or if there are changes in your personal information. Renewing a passport is a fundamental need for all Iranian citizens. For example, a person may intend to travel to Iran for business or personal reasons. Also, to carry out certain legal or commercial procedures, a valid passport is the first step. In this article, we will address the reasons why you will need to renew, replace, or apply for a new passport.
Guide to Renewing Iranian Passports for Residents of Canada
When an Iranian lives in Canada, a valid passport is very important not only for traveling to their home country but also for identifying themselves and conducting financial and administrative affairs. Passport renewal, although it may seem like a simple process, actually involves specific steps and requirements that every Iranian in Canada needs to be aware of. Unfortunately, due to the absence of a consulate of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Canada, the process of issuing passports for Iranians residing in this country has become a complex and detailed process. In this article, we have explained this process in detail, but each stage of the work itself involves many details. For more information about each stage, you can read directly through the following links:
Methods of Renewing Iranian Passports in Canada
Since Iran does not have an embassy in Canada, renewing Iranian passports for Iranians residing in Canada is a bit more complicated than in other countries. But there is no need to worry, there are various ways to do this, including using the Mikhak system, attending the Iranian Interests Section in Washington, DC, and using the services of private companies. Here, we have reviewed the different methods.
Common Problems of Iranians Residing in Canada in Passport Renewal and Their Solutions
Iranians residing in Canada face many problems renewing their passports, the most important of which is the lack of an Iranian embassy in this country. In this article, we will examine the most important problems and their solutions, including: the lack of an Iranian embassy in Canada, the lengthy renewal process, travel restrictions, significant costs, and required documents.
Steps to Issue a New Passport Through the Interests Section of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Washington, DC
In general, the passport renewal process is different due to the different conditions and requirements in each country. In Canada, Iranians must apply for passport renewal through the Canada Headquarters (via Dublin) at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the Interests Section of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Washington, DC. In this article, we explain the steps for applying for a passport for Iranians residing in Canada through the Interests Section of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Washington, DC.
Guide to Identity Verification for Passport Renewal Applicants in Canada
One of the steps in applying for a new passport is the identity verification stage. This stage is mandatory for all applicants. To verify the identity of each applicant, a video must be prepared according to the method explained here and sent via WhatsApp to the Consular Services Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Canada Headquarters.
Guide to Preparing a Postal Label for Passport Renewal Applicants in Canada
Another step in applying for a new passport is receiving a postal label. This service is currently provided through the UPS international postal service. The applicant must prepare a postal label according to the steps explained in this article and send the file to the Consular Services Department.
Guide to the Cost of Issuing a New Passport for Applicants in Canada
One of the steps in applying for a new passport is paying the issuance fee. The passport issuance fee must be paid by a relative or acquaintance in Iran at any of the currency branches of the National Bank throughout the country to a Euro account number in the name of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Dublin. After completing all subsequent steps, send the payment receipt along with other documents to the WhatsApp number of the Canada Headquarters.
Guide to Personal Photo Specifications for Passport Renewal Applicants Abroad
One of the documents required for passport renewal is a personal photo. This photo, according to the instructions of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, must have specific characteristics. All regulations and specifications of the photo you send for inclusion in your new passport are listed in this article according to the laws of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
How to Prepare a Suitable Personal Photo for Passport Renewal?
Preparing a suitable personal photo for passport renewal has always been one of the main concerns of applicants. In the meantime, resizing and editing photos also pose challenges. Therefore, in this article, we have introduced five free software and applications for resizing personal photos and how to work with them so that you can easily prepare a suitable photo for your passport.
Guide to Required Documents for Passport Renewal Applicants Abroad
Iranians applying for a new passport in Canada must, after creating an electronic file (profile) in the Mikhak system, complete the passport issuance application form, and upload images of the required documents, complete the issuance and delivery of documents by attending or corresponding with the relevant representative office, and receive their passport. Read the list and tips related to these documents here.
Is it possible to enter Iran immediately without a passport?
What is a transit document and what are its uses for Iranians residing in Canada? A transit document is a temporary travel document that allows Iranian citizens residing abroad who do not have a valid passport for any reason to return to Iran. Reasons include returning to Iran in case of lost or stolen passports, returning to Iran in case of passport expiration, traveling to Iran for newborn children, and traveling to Iran in emergencies. This document acts as a substitute for a passport and is valid for only one trip to Iran. In this article, we have discussed the uses of the transit document for Iranians residing abroad.
How Can Iranian Conscripts Residing Abroad Travel to Iran?
Every year, thousands of Iranians residing abroad, like Iranians residing in Iran, need to renew their passports, but conscripts cannot easily travel to Iran due to issues related to military service. Knowing the necessary conditions and documents for passport renewal is very important. If you are one of the conscripts who is concerned about renewing your passport, we recommend reading this article.
Guide to Passport Renewal for Conscripts Abroad
Conscripts residing abroad must comply with certain conditions and regulations to renew their passports. These individuals can apply for passport renewal by visiting the Iranian embassy or consulate in their country of residence. In this article, we have discussed in detail the conditions for renewing conscripts’ passports, the required documents for renewing conscripts’ passports, the steps in the Mikhak system, the related costs in 1403, and more.
10 Common Mistakes of Passport Renewal Applicants Abroad
Passport renewal applicants abroad need to go through a relatively complex process to renew their Iranian passports. (Read the process, steps, and required documents for passport renewal for applicants residing in Canada on this site). Failure to pay attention to this complexity and its many details sometimes causes confusion for the applicant or mistakes that force the applicant to start the process over and register a new application. To avoid such problems, we draw your attention to the most important and common mistakes of Iranian passport renewal applicants abroad, including not registering in the Mikhak system, providing incomplete or incorrect documents, and ignoring the remaining time of passport validity.
