Certified True Copy of an Expired Passport
Need a certified true copy of an expired passport for a historical record, previous visa proof, or a specific institutional request? We help you confirm whether it can be certified and certify it in house, in person at our office, online or on a home visit.
A certified true copy of an expired passport is a copy of a passport that is no longer valid, examined and certified by a licensed UAE legal professional as a true and accurate reproduction of that expired document. Whether a receiving authority will accept a certified copy of an expired passport depends entirely on their own policy and the purpose of the request, since certification only confirms the copy matches the original, not that the document is currently valid for travel or identification.
Can an Expired Passport Be Certified?
Most certified true copy requests involve a current, valid passport, but there are situations where a certified copy of an expired passport is genuinely needed, most often to prove a previous visa, travel history, or a past legal name. This page explains what to check before you book.
Who Might Need This
Before You Book
Confirm with the receiving authority in writing that a certified copy of an expired passport will actually be accepted for their purpose, since many institutions specifically require a current, valid passport instead.
How It Works
- Confirm with the receiving authority that an expired passport copy will be accepted
- Contact us with the details and purpose of the certified copy
- We confirm whether this can be done, and what else may be needed
- One of our own licensed lawyers or legal consultants examines the original and certifies the copy, where this applies
- You receive the certified copy for submission
Mistakes to Avoid
Real-World Examples
An immigration authority asks an applicant to prove continuous UAE residency using entry and exit stamps found only in an expired passport.
A person who changed their legal name needs to show a certified copy of an old passport carrying their former name, alongside their current one.
A family handling an estate matter needs a certified copy of a relative’s expired passport as part of a documentation trail.
Expired Passport Copy vs Current Passport Copy
A certified copy of your current, valid passport is the standard request accepted by almost every institution. A certified copy of an expired passport is a narrower, purpose-specific request that only some institutions will accept, usually to prove historical facts rather than current identity. If you are not certain which applies to you, see our main Certified True Copy of Passport page, or contact us to confirm before booking an expired-passport appointment specifically.
Our plain-language guide explains how these differ.
Read the comparison guideWhat to Bring
- The original expired passport
- Your current, valid passport, if requested alongside the expired one
- A letter from the receiving authority confirming they will accept a certified copy of an expired document
- Valid Emirates ID or other current identification
Why Use Us
Why Ask Us First
Same-Day Availability
Contact us to check availability for your specific request.
Cost
What It Costs
What it costs depends on the passport and on how urgently you need the certified copy. Whether an expired passport is handled at the standard rate is something we confirm case by case, so send us the details and we will tell you before you commit. Our fees and process page sets out how pricing is structured.
Who Certifies Your Document
Where certification of an expired passport is appropriate, it is examined and certified in house by one of our own licensed lawyers or legal consultants.
Areas We Cover
We can discuss expired passport certification requests for clients across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. See our Abu Dhabi and Sharjah pages for general coverage detail.
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Expired Passport FAQs
This depends entirely on the authority’s own policy and the purpose of the request. Confirm with them directly before booking certification.
Some authorities want both. Tell us which authority is asking and we will confirm what to bring before your appointment.
Most visa applications require a current, valid passport. An expired one is unlikely to be accepted on its own. See our Passport for Visa & Immigration page for the standard process.
Common reasons include proving previous travel history, a former legal name, or supporting a legal or estate matter that references past documents.
Cost depends on the passport itself and on how quickly you need the copy. Send us the details and we will confirm the cost before you book. Our fees and process page explains how pricing is structured.
Confirm Before You Book
We would rather confirm your expired passport request is accepted before certifying it than book an appointment that does not help you.
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Share your name, phone number, why you need the expired passport certified, and your preferred appointment time.