Renewal of a minor's identity card
Verified 11 May 2026 - Public Service / Directorate of Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister), Ministry of the Interior
Your child's ID card minor is outdated or becomes so soon ? The request for renewal of the identity card is free of charge, provided that the old card can be presented. We present you the steps in the process. They vary depending on whether you live in France or abroad.
In France
Step-by-step approach
The place of application does not depend on the domicile. The minor and his legal representative can surrender in any town hall, provided that it is equipped with a recording station.
The list of equipped town halls is available online.
Who shall I contact
Warning
Many town halls require that the file be filed only by appointment.
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It is possible to prepare the process by performing a online pre-applicationBut it's not an obligation. Pre-application saves time when submitting the file.
We have to present the documents originals.
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The minor's ID card is still valid
The documents to be provided vary according to the minor's family situation:
The minor's parents live together
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The minor's parents are separated or divorced
The documents to be provided vary according to the mode of custody of the minor:
Custody is alternating
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Please note
In case of alternating custody, it is possible to mention the 2 addresses of the minor on the identity document. In this case, it is necessary to present:
- Proof of alternate residence (copy of the judge's decision, divorce agreement or parental agreement)
- And 2 proof of address (one for each parent).
Custody is exercised exclusively by one of the two parents
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
It is also necessary to bring all ddocument establishing the exclusive exercise of parental authority by the parent applying for the minor.
The minor has only one parent
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The minor is represented by another legal representative
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- Proof of delegation of parental authority (e.g. judgment of the family judge)
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
If the legal representative is a Child Welfare Representative (Ase), it is also necessary to provide document proving his professional quality (professional card, attestation of the departmental council).
The ID card is out of date
The situation varies according to the expiry date of the identity card:
Expiry date: less than 5 years
The minor's parents live together
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The minor's parents are separated or divorced
The documents to be provided vary according to the mode of custody of the minor:
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Please note
In case of alternating custody, it is possible to mention the 2 addresses of the minor on the identity document. In this case, it is necessary to present:
- Proof of alternate residence (copy of the judge's decision, divorce agreement or parental agreement)
- And 2 proof of address (one for each parent).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
It is also necessary to bring all ddocument establishing the exclusive exercise of parental authority by the parent applying for the minor.
The minor has only one parent
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The minor is represented by another legal representative
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- Proof of delegation of parental authority (e.g. judgment of the family judge)
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
If the legal representative is a Child Welfare Representative (Ase), it is also necessary to provide document proving his professional quality (professional card, attestation of the departmental council).
Expiry date: more than 5 years
The situation varies depending on whether the minor has a passport or not :
The minor has a valid passport
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The documents to be provided vary according to the mode of custody of the minor:
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Please note
In case of alternating custody, it is possible to mention the 2 addresses of the minor on the identity document. In this case, it is necessary to present:
- Proof of alternate residence (copy of the judge's decision, divorce agreement or parental agreement)
- And 2 proof of address (one for each parent).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
It is also necessary to bring all ddocument establishing the exclusive exercise of parental authority by the parent applying for the minor.
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- Proof of delegation of parental authority (e.g. judgment of the family judge)
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
If the legal representative is a Child Welfare Representative (Ase), it is also necessary to provide document proving his professional quality (professional card, attestation of the departmental council).
The minor has an expired passport
The situation varies depending on the expiry date of the passport:
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The documents to be provided vary according to the mode of custody of the minor:
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Please note
In case of alternating custody, it is possible to mention the 2 addresses of the minor on the identity document. In this case, it is necessary to present:
- Proof of alternate residence (copy of the judge's decision, divorce agreement or parental agreement)
- And 2 proof of address (one for each parent).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
It is also necessary to bring all ddocument establishing the exclusive exercise of parental authority by the parent applying for the minor.
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- Proof of delegation of parental authority (e.g. judgment of the family judge)
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
If the legal representative is a Child Welfare Representative (Ase), it is also necessary to provide document proving his professional quality (professional card, attestation of the departmental council).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The documents to be provided vary according to the mode of custody of the minor:
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Please note
In case of alternating custody, it is possible to mention the 2 addresses of the minor on the identity document. In this case, it is necessary to present:
- Proof of alternate residence (copy of the judge's decision, divorce agreement or parental agreement)
- And 2 proof of address (one for each parent).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
It is also necessary to bring all ddocument establishing the exclusive exercise of parental authority by the parent applying for the minor.
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- Proof of delegation of parental authority (e.g. judgment of the family judge)
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
If the legal representative is a Child Welfare Representative (Ase), it is also necessary to provide document proving his professional quality (professional card, attestation of the departmental council).
The minor has no passport
The documents to be provided vary according to the minor's family situation:
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The documents to be provided vary according to the mode of custody of the minor:
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Please note
In case of alternating custody, it is possible to mention the 2 addresses of the minor on the identity document. In this case, it is necessary to present:
- Proof of alternate residence (copy of the judge's decision, divorce agreement or parental agreement)
- And 2 proof of address (one for each parent).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
It is also necessary to bring all ddocument establishing the exclusive exercise of parental authority by the parent applying for the minor.
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- Proof of delegation of parental authority (e.g. judgment of the family judge)
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
If the legal representative is a Child Welfare Representative (Ase), it is also necessary to provide document proving his professional quality (professional card, attestation of the departmental council).
FYI
In order for a usage name (double name) not yet on an identity document to be mentioned, other documents may be requested to justify the use of the name of other parent.
You then have to go to the chosen place with the supporting documents.
The minor and his legal representative must show up together at the counter. Their presence is indispensable.
The legal representative must exercise parental authority. It could be the father, mother or guardian. He has to show his own ID.
The identity card is not manufactured on site and therefore cannot be issued immediately.
The manufacturing time depends on the location and period of the request. It takes several weeks and, as the summer holidays approach, delays can extend.
It is possible to follow the progress of the application on the website ofANTS: titleContent :
If a mobile phone number has been entered during the request, an SMS will be sent when the identity card is available.
The situation varies according to the age of the minor:
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Before 12 years
The legal representative must go to the ticket office to collect the identity card.
The identity card that is issued is a card that is presented under a new format (the size of a credit card).
It must be removed in the 3 months of making it available.
After this time, the card is destroyed.
From 12 years
The legal representative must go to the counter with his child to retrieve the ID card.
The identity card that is issued is a card that is presented under a new format (the size of a credit card).
It must be removed in the 3 months of making it available.
After this time, the card is destroyed.
The identity card of a minor is valid for 10 years.
If it reaches the age of majority before its expiry date, it can continue to use it. He doesn't need to ask for a new card.
Abroad
Step-by-step approach
The minor and his legal representative must move at the Embassy or Consulate of France.
The service may require that the file be filed only by appointment.
It is necessary to inquire on the website of the consulate or embassy, or by phone.
Who shall I contact
You can prepare the process by making a online pre-applicationBut it's not an obligation. Pre-application saves you time when submitting the application.
We have to present the documents originals.
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The minor's ID card is still valid
The documents to be provided vary according to the minor's family situation:
The minor's parents live together
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The minor's parents are separated or divorced
The documents to be provided vary according to the mode of custody of the minor:
Custody is alternating
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Please note
In case of alternating custody, it is possible to mention the 2 addresses of the minor on the identity document. In this case, it is necessary to present:
- Proof of alternate residence (copy of the judge's decision, divorce agreement or parental agreement)
- And 2 proof of address (one for each parent).
Custody is exercised exclusively by one of the two parents
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
It is also necessary to bring all ddocument establishing the exclusive exercise of parental authority by the parent applying for the minor.
The minor has only one parent
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The minor is represented by another legal representative
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- Proof of delegation of parental authority (e.g. judgment of the family judge)
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
If the legal representative is a Child Welfare Representative (Ase), it is also necessary to provide document proving his professional quality (professional card, attestation of the departmental council).
The ID card is out of date
The situation varies according to the expiry date of the identity card:
Expiry date: less than 5 years
The minor's parents live together
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The minor's parents are separated or divorced
The documents to be provided vary according to the mode of custody of the minor:
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Please note
In case of alternating custody, it is possible to mention the 2 addresses of the minor on the identity document. In this case, it is necessary to present:
- Proof of alternate residence (copy of the judge's decision, divorce agreement or parental agreement)
- And 2 proof of address (one for each parent).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
It is also necessary to bring all ddocument establishing the exclusive exercise of parental authority by the parent applying for the minor.
The minor has only one parent
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The minor is represented by another legal representative
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- Proof of delegation of parental authority (e.g. judgment of the family judge)
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
If the legal representative is a Child Welfare Representative (Ase), it is also necessary to provide document proving his professional quality (professional card, attestation of the departmental council).
Expiry date: more than 5 years
The situation varies depending on whether the minor has a passport or not :
The minor has a valid passport
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The documents to be provided vary according to the mode of custody of the minor:
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Please note
In case of alternating custody, it is possible to mention the 2 addresses of the minor on the identity document. In this case, it is necessary to present:
- Proof of alternate residence (copy of the judge's decision, divorce agreement or parental agreement)
- And 2 proof of address (one for each parent).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
It is also necessary to bring all ddocument establishing the exclusive exercise of parental authority by the parent applying for the minor.
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- Proof of delegation of parental authority (e.g. judgment of the family judge)
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
If the legal representative is a Child Welfare Representative (Ase), it is also necessary to provide document proving his professional quality (professional card, attestation of the departmental council).
The minor has an expired passport
The situation varies depending on the expiry date of the passport:
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The documents to be provided vary according to the mode of custody of the minor:
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Please note
In case of alternating custody, it is possible to mention the 2 addresses of the minor on the identity document. In this case, it is necessary to present:
- Proof of alternate residence (copy of the judge's decision, divorce agreement or parental agreement)
- And 2 proof of address (one for each parent).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
It is also necessary to bring all ddocument establishing the exclusive exercise of parental authority by the parent applying for the minor.
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- Passport of the minor
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- Proof of delegation of parental authority (e.g. judgment of the family judge)
- In case of pre-application, number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
If the legal representative is a Child Welfare Representative (Ase), it is also necessary to provide document proving his professional quality (professional card, attestation of the departmental council).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The documents to be provided vary according to the mode of custody of the minor:
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Please note
In case of alternating custody, it is possible to mention the 2 addresses of the minor on the identity document. In this case, it is necessary to present:
- Proof of alternate residence (copy of the judge's decision, divorce agreement or parental agreement)
- And 2 proof of address (one for each parent).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
It is also necessary to bring all ddocument establishing the exclusive exercise of parental authority by the parent applying for the minor.
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- Proof of delegation of parental authority (e.g. judgment of the family judge)
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
If the legal representative is a Child Welfare Representative (Ase), it is also necessary to provide document proving his professional quality (professional card, attestation of the departmental council).
The minor has no passport
The documents to be provided vary according to the minor's family situation:
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The documents to be provided vary according to the mode of custody of the minor:
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Please note
In case of alternating custody, it is possible to mention the 2 addresses of the minor on the identity document. In this case, it is necessary to present:
- Proof of alternate residence (copy of the judge's decision, divorce agreement or parental agreement)
- And 2 proof of address (one for each parent).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
It is also necessary to bring all ddocument establishing the exclusive exercise of parental authority by the parent applying for the minor.
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
The following documents must be submitted:
- Minor's identity card
- 1 photo ID less than 6 months and conforms to standards
- 1 proof of address on behalf of the legal representative submitting the application
- In the absence of a passport or if he is more than 5 years old, it is necessary to check whether the civil status of the place of birth is dematerialized. If this is not the case, a birth certificate from less than 3 months.
- Proof of French nationality if the nationality is not stated in the birth certificate
- Identity document of the legal representative submitting the application
- Proof of delegation of parental authority (e.g. judgment of the family judge)
- In case of pre-application, the number and/or QR code obtained at the end of the process (it is advisable to print the pre-application summary).
Warning
If the legal representative is a Child Welfare Representative (Ase), it is also necessary to provide document proving his professional quality (professional card, attestation of the departmental council).
FYI
In order for a usage name (double name) not yet on an identity document to be mentioned, other documents may be requested to justify the use of the name of other parent.
The minor and his legal representative must show up together at the counter. Their presence is indispensable.
The legal representative must exercise parental authority. It could be the father, mother or guardian. He has to show his own ID.
The identity card is not manufactured on site and is therefore not issued immediately.
Manufacturing times depend on the location and period of the request.
It is possible to follow the progress of the application on the website of theANTS: titleContent :
If a mobile phone number has been entered during the request, an SMS will be sent when the identity card is available.
The situation varies according to the age of the minor:
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Before 12 years
The legal representative must be present either at the place of filing of the file or with a authorized honorary consul or a head of diplomatic or consular post to retrieve the ID card.
The identity card that is issued is a card that is presented under a new format (the size of a credit card).
It must be removed in the 3 months of making it available.
After this time, the card is destroyed.
From 12 years
The legal representative must show up with his child either at the place where the application was lodged, or authorized honorary consul or a head of diplomatic or consular post to retrieve the ID card.
The identity card that is issued is a card that comes in a new format (the size of a bank card).
It must be removed in the 3 months of making it available.
After this time, the card is destroyed.
The identity card of a minor is valid for 10 years.
If it reaches the age of majority before its expiry date, it can continue to use it. He doesn't need to ask for a new card.
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