Renew DNI 2025: Calculate the Expiration + Definitive Guide

Do you need to renew your DNI or passport? Use our calculator to find out the expiration date and see the step-by-step process for the digital, express, or regular DNI.

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Do you know that drawer of important documents that we only open in times of need? Sooner or later, the moment to renew your DNI arrives, bringing along a series of questions: Where do I start? Do I need to schedule? How much will it cost? The bureaucracy in Argentina may seem like a maze, but we're here to turn on the lights and provide you with the map.

On this page, you can solve everything. First, use our calculator to find out right away if you are in trouble with your DNI expiration. Then, follow our complete guide, with detailed and updated steps for 2025, and renew your document without stress.

First Step: Calculate the Expiration Date of Your DNI

No more uncertainty. Peace of mind starts with a number. Use our tool to know exactly how many days you have to get organized. It's simple, quick, and the first step to having complete control of the situation.

Enter the expiration date of your DNI or Passport:

There are [X days] left. Your document expires on [dd/mm/yyyy].

Plan Ahead: Renewal costs start at $3,000 pesos and can be done 180 days before expiration. Tip: before scheduling, check the holidays in Argentina so you don’t lose your trip!

Did You Know? The new electronic DNI (DNIe) has a security chip and allows you to have a valid version of your document directly on your phone.

Ultimate Guide 2025: How to Renew Your DNI Step by Step

Okay, now that you know your deadline, let’s take action. Renewing the DNI is simpler than it seems when you have a clear roadmap. Follow the steps below and solve everything without complications.

Quick Checklist: What You Need to Bring?

  • ✅ Previous DNI (physical card): It is mandatory to present it. If you lost it, the process is a bit different (see our special situations below).
  • ✅ Appointment confirmation: The confirmation email or a screenshot of the appointment.
  • ✅ Payment proof: If you paid the fee online before your appointment.
  • ❌ Photos: No need to bring! The photo is taken digitally on the spot, at the service center.

Scheduling Your Appointment Online at Renaper: The Official Step by Step

Scheduling is the heart of the process. It is 100% online and you can do it from your computer or phone.

  1. Access the system: Go to the official government website Mi Argentina or download the app. You will need to create an account or log in.
  2. Select the service: Inside the platform, look for the "Appointments" section and choose the option to "Renew DNI".
  3. Choose the location and time: The system will show you the closest Renaper Documentation Centers and the available times. Choose the one that works best for you.
  4. Confirm and Pay: After confirming the appointment, the system will generate a payment guide. You can pay it online with a card or print it to pay at authorized locations.

Official Costs and Deadlines in 2025

  • Regular DNI: Costs $3,000 pesos and the delivery time to your address is up to 25 business days.
  • DNI Express: Has an additional cost and the delivery time is much shorter, between 48 and 96 hours. Ideal for those in a hurry.

Remember: planning ahead using our calculator can save you the extra cost of the express service!

Special Situations? We Have a Guide for You

Your case is not a simple renewal due to expiration? No problem. We have prepared detailed guides for the most common questions. Choose yours and resolve it right now.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. From what age do I no longer need to renew the DNI?

From the age of 70, the renewal of the DNI is no longer mandatory and the document becomes permanent. However, if the data needs to be updated or in case of loss, a new copy must be requested.

2. Is the renewal of the DNI free in any case?

Yes. The renewal is free for people who can prove they are beneficiaries of the large family status and in cases of data updates, where a new copy is issued with the corrected information.

3. What is the new Argentine DNI of 2025 like?

The new electronic DNI is laser-printed on polycarbonate, a much more resistant material. It has an electronic chip and a QR code, which enhance security against fraud and allow for the digital validation of the document.

4. How to renew the DNI in Córdoba?

The process is unified by Renaper. First, schedule an appointment on the official website or through the 'Mi Argentina' app. Then, go to the chosen Documentation Center on the scheduled day and time with the payment receipt and the necessary documents. In CABA, you can also schedule via the City WhatsApp.

5. What happens if my DNI expires and I don't renew it?

With the expired DNI, you lose the legal validity of the document for most procedures, such as banking operations, travel, or signing contracts. However, the right to vote in elections is maintained.

6. What do I need to bring to renew the DNI?

You need to bring your previous DNI. If it is a renewal due to loss or theft, it is necessary to present the police report. For updating minors, you must bring the child's Birth Certificate. It is no longer necessary to bring photos, as they are taken digitally at the time of the process.

7. What does 'Exemplar C' mean in the DNI?

The letter of the specimen indicates how many times that DNI has been issued to you. 'Specimen A' is the first time, 'B' is the second, 'C' is the third, and so on.

8. Can I renew the DNI without a prior appointment?

It is not recommended, as the system operates with shifts. However, in cases of proven emergency, some offices may assist. The ideal is always to schedule an appointment to ensure service.

9. Do I need to bring photos for the renewal?

No. The photograph is taken in the Renaper documentation center itself, digitally and following the required biometric standards.

10. What is the fine for not renewing the DNI?

After the deadline for mandatory updating, in addition to the processing fee, a fine equal to the processing fee is charged. That is, the cost is doubled.

11. What is the deadline to renew an expired DNI?

There is no fine for renewing after expiration, but you should do it as soon as possible. The law allows you to start the renewal up to 180 days before the expiration, so it's best to plan ahead to avoid having an invalid document.

12. How much does it cost to renew the DNI in 2025?

The cost for a new DNI for those over 14 years old is $3,000 Argentine pesos. The mandatory update at ages 5 and 14 also costs $3,000. The DNI for newborns is free.

13. How long does it take for the renewed DNI to arrive?

The common DNI has a delivery time of up to 25 business days at the declared address. The Express DNI, which has a higher cost, takes between 48 and 96 hours to be delivered.

14. From what age do I no longer need to renew the DNI?

From the age of 70, the renewal of the DNI is no longer mandatory and the document becomes permanent. However, if the data needs to be updated or in case of loss, a new copy must be requested.

15. Is the renewal of the DNI free in any case?

Yes. The renewal is free for individuals who prove to be beneficiaries of the large family status and in cases of data updates, where a new copy with the corrected information is issued.

16. What is the new Argentine DNI of 2025 like?

The new electronic DNI is laser-printed on polycarbonate, a much more resistant material. It has an electronic chip and a QR code, which enhance security against fraud and allow for the digital validation of the document.

17. How to renew the DNI in Córdoba?

The process is unified by Renaper. First, schedule an appointment on the official website or through the Mi Argentina app. Then, go to the chosen Documentation Center on the scheduled day and time with the payment receipt and the necessary documents. In CABA, you can also schedule via the City WhatsApp.

18. What happens if my DNI expires and I don't renew it?

With an expired DNI, you lose the legal validity of the document for most procedures, such as banking operations, travel, or signing contracts. However, the right to vote in elections is maintained.

19. What do I need to bring to renew the DNI?

You need to bring your previous DNI. If it is a renewal due to loss or theft, it is necessary to present the police report. For the update of minors, you must bring the child's Birth Certificate. It is no longer necessary to bring photos, as they are taken digitally at the time of the procedure.

20. What does 'Exemplar C' mean in DNI?

The letter of the specimen indicates how many times that DNI has been issued to you. 'Specimen A' is the first time, 'B' is the second, 'C' is the third, and so on.

21. Can I renew the DNI without a prior appointment?

It is not recommended, as the system operates on shifts. However, in cases of proven emergencies, some offices may assist. The ideal is always to schedule an appointment to ensure service.

22. Do I need to bring photos for the renewal?

No. The photograph is taken at the Renaper documentation center itself, digitally and following the required biometric standards.

23. What is the fine for not renewing the DNI?

When the deadline for mandatory update passes, in addition to the processing fee, a fine equal to the processing fee is charged. In other words, the cost is doubled.

24. What is the deadline to renew an expired DNI?

There is no fine for renewing after the expiration date, but you should do it as soon as possible. The law allows you to start the renewal up to 180 days before the expiration date, so it is ideal to plan ahead to avoid having an invalid document.

25. How much does it cost to renew the DNI in 2025?

The cost for a new DNI for those over 14 years old is $3,000 Argentine pesos. The mandatory update at ages 5 and 14 also costs $3,000. The DNI for newborns is free.

26. How long does it take for the renewed DNI to arrive?

The common DNI has a delivery time of up to 25 business days to the declared address. The Express DNI, which costs more, takes between 48 and 96 hours to be delivered.

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