Guide to Changing Your ID Card: Steps and Requirements

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Description

What is it?

Changing an ID card usually involves updating your personal information on a government-issued identification document. This could be necessary due to reasons such as a change of name, address or updates in your legal status.

Who needs it?

Individuals who have undergone significant legal changes in their personal identification may need to change their ID card. This can also apply to people with lost or stolen ID cards.

Procedure

  1. Gather all documentation required. You might need proof of identity, date of birth, legal status, and legal residence. For new photo identification, you may need to take a new picture.
  2. Fill out the application for an ID change. You might need to fill the application form online or in person at local offices.
  3. Pay the required fee (usually varies by location and urgency of the request).
  4. Submit your application and all the necessary documents either online or in person.
  5. Wait for the processing period. You will receive your new ID card by mail or you might have to pick it up in person.

Required Documents

  • Old ID card
  • Proof of identity
  • Proof of legal status
  • Additional documents may be required depending on the reason for the change.

Providers that can do it for you

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Additional details

Make sure to update all places where your old ID was used. This could be your banks, schools or workplaces for corrrect records.

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