03 July 2009, 06:45
BOWHUNRPassport Question
Hi Guy's,
This is not specifically an African forum question, but I figured the people here are the most experienced world travelers.
My question is, when you renew your passport and it has not expired are you issued the same passport number? I am sending mine in for renewal and I have some paper work to fill out for my trip to Zim next May.
I was wondering if I am safe to use my current number, or if I should wait?
Thanks,
Mike
03 July 2009, 07:10
Ed ScarboroI had to renew mine early because Zimbabwe requires expiration date at least 6 months after expected departure from the country. My passport number did change to a new number.
03 July 2009, 07:47
Michael RobinsonNo. You will get a new number and should wait.
They will give you a new number and will mail your old passport back to you with holes punched in it.
At least you get to keep all your old Visaa and stamps.