How to issue a passport for children in Saudi Arabia
Mohamed Aldanaf
Saudi passports for children can be issued electronically through the Absher platform. This service allows parents to issue passports for family members according to the conditions specified by the General Directorate of Passports. (Absher)
Issuing a Passport for Those Under 15 Years of Age
The parent can log in to their account on the Absher platform, then select:
Family Members > Services > Issuing a Saudi Passport for Family Members > Select Family Member. (Absher)
Key Conditions
* The child must be present in the Kingdom when submitting the application.
* The child must not possess a valid passport.
* The child must not have been issued a national ID card through the service track designated for those under 15 years of age and must not have registered fingerprints.
* A registered national address ("Wasel") is required for passport delivery.
* The passport issuance fee must be paid.
* The passport for this category is issued for a period of 5 years. (Absher)
What is the Passport Issuance Fee?
The passport issuance fee for those under 15 years of age is 300 riyals for a period of five years, according to the Absher Services Guide. (Absher)
Passport Collection
After completing the issuance procedures, you can request delivery of the document to your registered national address through the Absher document delivery service. (Absher)
Summary
Issuing passports for children has become easier through electronic services. It is recommended to ensure that all requirements are met, and that the child's information and national address are complete before submitting the application.
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