Bring valid identification documents, usually the original and copy of the ID card. Identity documents are the key to confirm your identity, so it is essential to change your passport.
Provide original and photocopy of passport. The original passport is the basic basis for passport renewal, and verification must be provided. If your passport has expired or been lost, you need to provide relevant supporting documents, such as the receipt of the lost passport alarm.
Fill out a complete passport application form. This form can be downloaded from official website, Exit-Entry Administration Bureau of Shanghai Public Security Bureau, or collected on site. When filling in the application form, please ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information to avoid delay caused by information errors.
If your passport photo does not meet the requirements, you need to provide a recent color passport photo that meets the requirements. Please note that photo specifications and background colors have specific requirements. You can consult the relevant regulations or staff before handling.
Finally, according to your specific situation, you may need to provide other relevant materials. For example, it is the first time to apply for a passport or the household registration information is inconsistent with the ID card information, and additional supporting documents may be required.
To sum up:
In order to change passports in Shanghai, you need to prepare identity documents, original passports, passport application forms, passport photos that meet the requirements and other relevant materials that may be needed. Please carefully check the required materials before handling to ensure the smooth handling process.
Legal basis:
People's Republic of China (PRC) Exit and Entry Administration Law
Article 9 provides that:
China citizens shall apply for passports or other travel documents when leaving or entering the country.
Passport Law of the People's Republic of China
Article 4 provides that:
Ordinary passports are issued by the Exit-Entry Administration of the Ministry of Public Security or the Exit-Entry Administration of the public security organs of local people's governments at or above the county level entrusted by the Ministry of Public Security, as well as China's embassies and consulates abroad and other overseas institutions entrusted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Passport Law of the People's Republic of China
Article 1 1 stipulates:
In any of the following circumstances, the passport holder may apply for a new or reissued passport in accordance with the regulations:
(1) The passport is about to expire;
(2) The passport visa page is about to run out;
(3) The passport is damaged and cannot be used;
(4) The passport is lost or stolen;
(5) Other circumstances in which a passport needs to be renewed.