Changing the Passport Number in Qatar ID is a crucial task for expatriate residents in Qatar in case of passport renewal, lost or misplaced. Qatar ID cards with important credentials like QID number, name, nationality, date of birth, occupation, sponsor, QID expiry and passport details provide essential information to all expatriate residents of Qatar.
This article elaborates step-by-step and up-to-date guides without any inconveniences on how to change your passport number through the Metrash2 app, the MOI Portal, or by visiting a MOI Service Center covering the most frequently asked questions, requirements and fees regarding this process. Check the Lost Your Qatar ID to Get Replace Easily Through Metresh2 App
What is the Qatar ID?
ID is an important identification document that is provided by the government to collect the personal data of its citizens or residents. Each country has its own national identity card. In Qatar, it is called Qatar ID. It is a short piece of identification that has a unique 11-digit number issued by the government of Qatar.
Fees for Updating Passport Details in Qatar ID
The service fee to change passport number is QR 100, in addition to the delivery fee it will add an extra cost of QR 20 for Q-delivery. It allows credit or debit cards for payment.
How to Update Qatar ID with New Passport Online
Updating your Qatar ID with a new passport number is a straightforward method that can be done online and offline. You have to update your ID with the updated passport details on the spot to avoid caution during travelling or accessing government services in Qatar.
Here is a deeply extended both online and offline method. You have to just adhere to the step-by-step guide below.
How To Change Passport Number in Qatar ID
Here are elaborated in-depth with the comprehensive steps to change passport number in Qatar ID. Adhere to the following steps below:
How to Update Passport Number on QID using Metrash2 App
Check how to update passport details online through Metrash2 in Qatar. Here is the complete guide given below.
Foremost you should download the Metrash2 mobile app on your mobile phone. The Metrash2 is available both for the Android App Store and the Apple iOS App Store.
- Download from the App Store
- Download from Apple iOS App Store
Step 1: Log in to the Metrash2 app.
Access the metrash2 smart app. If you haven’t activated the service on your smartphone, here is our complete guide on how to activate Metrash.
Step 2: Select a Language Setting as you prefer and click on the “Residency” option.
Step 3: Click on the “Change Passport Details” icon.
Step 4: Insert your QID number, and after that click on the “Next” option.
Step 5: Enter new passport details
Click on the “Next” option after inserting passport credentials which are the Passport Number, Issue Date, Expiry Date and Place of Issue.
Step 6: Upload passport pictures
Take apparent images of your new passport’s main and second pages utilizing your mobile camera. Ensure that your all data is readable and perceptible. Otherwise, your application will be denied. Click “Upload” and “Next.”
Step 7: Select the delivery option
Here are two options with you which are Qatar Post (Q-Post) or “Nearest Service Center” may be convenient for you.
If you want to receive your QID through Qatar Post (Q-Post) then you input your accurate address in the next screen. It will cost QR20.
If you want to receive QID through the “Nearest Service Center” you can accumulate a new card by visiting the MOI Service Center nearby you.
How to Update Passport Details Online through the MOI Portal in Qatar
If you want to change your Passport Number through the Ministry of Interior (MOI) portal in Qatar ID, First of all, you need to log in with a smart card and register with Metrash. Here is a comprehensive overview of how to do it through the MOI Qatar ID portal.
Step 1: Visit the Ministry of Interior (MOI) e-service portal.
Here is the Ministry of Interior (MOI) portal link: Click Here
Step 2: Click on the “Residency” option and then the “Transfer Residence Permit to New Passport” option.
Step 3: Enter your QID number and click “Next”
Applicants must enter the QID number of the resident whose residence data is to be transferred.
Step 4: Input data of resident and new passport
Step 5: Pick the reasons for residence transfer, after that click on “Next”.
Step 6: Choose the delivery method for the new residence permit
Step 7: Upload the New Passport
Applicant must Affix an apparent copy (maximum two copies) of the new passport
Step 8: Make payment
Payment is made in two ways that is:
Users can obtain a new residence permit for personal transactions in person through the Department of Immigration Affairs or Qatar Post, while for enterprise transactions, it is sent by Qatar Post.
How to Update Your Passport Number Offline by visiting the MOI Service Centre
The Passport Number can be updated by the Ministry of Interior (MOI) Service Centre across Qatar. Follow the step-by-step guide:
Step 1: Foremost, visit the (MOI) Ministry of Interior office.
Step 2: Take a token from the reception
Step 3: Submit the required documents to proceed.
Step 4: Make your payment of QR 100 (utilize debit/credit card)
Step 5: After all, you will get your old Qatar ID and print a new Qatar ID with updated details.
Why is it necessary to update the passport number?
It plays a crucial role in updating the passport number to avoid any hazard during travel or dealing with official procedures and other activities in Qatar.
Most Frequent Asked Questions
- How to Update QID with New Passport in Qatar?
- Can I update my passport number if I don’t have a valid residence permit?
- Is it compulsory to change passport number in QID before travel?
- What is the duration of the process?
- Can I update my passport number while I am outside the country?
- Should the QID holder personally visit the service centre to update details?
- What will happen if I don’t update my Qatar ID?
- Would my Qatar ID expiry date change after updating the passport details?
- Within How many days after passport renewal should I update QID?
