Why You Should Update Your Passport Details?
Identification issued by Qatar goes by the term Qatar ID; you might run into various legal issues involving issues of immigration lines, lines on banking procedures, and many such officially related affairs while dealing with all the information matches in both your Passport and your ID. So the following is an important aspect describing why there might be the urge to correct a passport due to mismatched information:
No judicial issues such as fines and inability to travel sometimes.
- Effortless travels: It saves time at entry and exit points in Qatar.
- Effortless transactions: Updated identification ensures smooth banking transactions and other similar services.
- Government services: Official services are accessed as expected without complications.
Let’s proceed to how you can change the passport details on your Qatar ID.
Methods How to Change Passport Details on MOI Qatar ID
You have three options for updating your passport details on the Qatar ID:
- Online via the MOI Portal
- Through the Metrash2 Mobile App
- Visit an MOI Service Center
We will outline each step below.
Update Passport Details Online via the MOI Portal
One can update their passport details conveniently through the Ministry of Interior’s online portal. Here is how to do it:
Step 1: Access the MOI Portal: Log in through the MOI Qatar website (https://portal.moi.gov.qa).
Step 2: E-Services: Hover on the MOI Services and click on the E-Services.
Step 3: Services: Select “Residency Services” and then “Transfer Residency to new passport.”
Step 4: Required Information: Entering your Qatari ID number and enter your new details with the issue date, Expiration date, and many more like:
- Passport number
- Passport Type
- Country of issue
- Issue Date
Step 5: Reason: The reason being changed is in the form of a renewed loss, or the passport is defective.
Step 6: Attach the required supporting documents
- Scanned copy of your new passport
- Copy of your Qatar ID
Step 6: Select Delivery Method:
- Delivery to your home through Q-Post QR 20 extra
- Collect from an MOI Service Center
- Pay Fee: QR 100 can be paid by credit/debit cards
You will receive a confirmation message. Your updated Qatar ID will then be processed.
Updating Passport Details on the Metrash2 App
Metrash2 is a residents’ app. They will have access to a package of services from the Ministry of Interior. Updating details on a passport falls under one of those things. It’s easy because one can do it anywhere.
Step 1: Download and Login to Metrash2 App: You should download and then log in with your Qatar ID number.
Step 2: Choose Residency: From here, you will be able to access residency services.
Step 3: Click on ‘Update Passport Information: This shall lead you to the update page
Step 4: Enter Your New Passport Information: Insert all of them correctly, according to what’s written on your new passport
Step 5: Uploading Compulsory Attachments: Click on clear photographs/scans
- Copy of new passport
- Qatari ID
Step 6: Delivery options
- Dropped at my door step home delivery QR20 Extra Charge.
- Collect from MOI Service Center
Step 7: Pay Service Fee: QR 100 service fee
After the submission, you will receive confirmation and your new Qatar ID.
Update Passport Information at MOI Service Center
If you need to update the details of your passport in person, you may visit an MOI Service Center.
Step 1: Find an MOI Service Center Near You: Find one near you.
Step 2: Take a Token: After reaching the center, collect a token number and wait in the queue according to the token number.
Step 3: Distribute Photocopies: Surrender photocopies of:
- Old Passport
- New Passport
- Qatari ID
Step 4: Pay Charge: QR 100 processing fee
Step 5: Collect the New Qatari ID: The officer will process your request and hand over the new Qatari ID.
Documents Needed for Passport Details Correction
In order not to get into a mess, make sure you have these documents with you:
- New Passport with correct information
- Old Passport (if you have one)
- Qatar ID
- Scanned Copies of the above (if using online or through Metrash2)
Fees and Time Taken to Process
- Service Charge: QR 100
- Delivery Fee: QR 20 (if a Q-Post home delivery is selected)
- Processing Time: Normally takes 1 to 3 working days.
Some Frequently Experienced Problems and Solutions
1. Application Rejected Due to Inaccurate Details
Ensure that all passport details match whatever appears in your new passport. Double-check before submitting.
2. Uploading of Blurred or Fuzzy Documents
Scan the document or take clear photographs for uploading.
3. Processing Over Extended Periods
If you do not receive an update within 3 working days, then you need to call the helpline MOI or walk into any center of MOI.
Update details on your Qatar ID, it would be convenient access to your government services, traveling, and banking. That is possible while being online with Metrash2 or attending a service at any MOI center – surely by following all proper and fluent procedures.
Keep all your documents ready, accurate details, and process them as soon as possible so that you are not inconvenienced. In case there are any problems, you can call MOI’s customer care service to solve the problem.
Ensure your Qatar ID is up to date. If not, you will be violating the laws of residency in Qatar and might be exposed to potential complications.
FAQs
1: I am abroad; can I update my passport details?
Yes, through the portal of MOI or the Metrash2 app. If that does not work, try dialing your closest Qatari embassy.
2. What problems may occur if my information in the passport is not updated?
Travel and fine- problems, besides having service from the government.
3. Will I still be able to update my passport even if I don’t have a Qatari ID?
No. The issue update requires having a valid Qatar ID.
4. How can I check the update status?
You can check the status of your request on the portal or Metrash2 app by visiting MOI.
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