If the photo we have of you is more than four years old, we cannot use it to order a new residence permit card. You will then be notified that you need to come in for a photo appointment at the Directorate of Immigration or at District Commissioners' offices outside the capital area.

It is necessary to book a photo appointment at the Directorate of Immigration. Remember to bring your passport to prove your identity.

If you stay abroad for more than three consecutive months, your residence permit can be revoked.

A residence permit is automatically revoked if your domicile has been registered abroad for a period of three months.