Lost Your Passport?
17 March 2026
Lost your passport in China? Don’t panic! Follow these simple steps to get help quickly.

Lost your passport in China?
Don’t panic! Follow these simple steps to get help quickly:
Report the loss to local authorities
Notify ICA online and apply for a new passport* or Document of Identity
Await notification of approval
Collect your new passport or Document of Identity at the Consulate-General
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*As the passport application process is approx. 6 weeks, do ensure you have a valid visa/residence permit to avoid overstaying in China.
