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Iranian Document Services Blog
Step-by-step guides on Iranian passport renewal, Mikhak registration, national ID, and consular services — written for Iranians living in the United States and Canada.
Dual Nationality Declaration for Iranians in the U.S.: What It Is, Who Needs It, and How It Works
Iranians born in the U.S. or holding another citizenship may need a dual nationality declaration for Iranian consular services. Here's what to know.
Iranian Inheritance Documentation: What Iranians in the U.S. and Canada Need to Know
Inheriting property or assets in Iran while living abroad? Learn which documents you need, how to obtain them, and common mistakes to avoid.
Iranian Military Service Exemption Documentation: What Iranians Abroad Need to Know
Learn how Iranian men living in the U.S. and Canada can document military service exemptions and what consular steps are required for travel and other services.
How Iranians in the US and Canada Should Choose an Attorney in Iran
A practical guide for Iranians living in the United States and Canada on how to find, verify, and hire a licensed attorney in Iran — including ICBAR registration checks, specialization criteria, power of attorney requirements, and red flags to avoid.
Don't Wait Until It's Too Late: Why Your Iranian Birth Certificate Matters for Your Children's Inheritance
If your children are not registered in your Iranian Shenasnameh, they cannot claim inheritance of Iranian assets without a multi-year legal process in Iran. Here's what to fix now while it's still straightforward.
More Than a Birth Date: Everything Your Shenasnameh Actually Records
Most people think their Shenasnameh just records their birth date. In reality it is a living civil document that tracks your marriage, children, divorce, and more — and it only stays accurate if you keep it updated.
Planning to Retire in Iran? Check Your Documents Before You Book the Flight
After decades abroad, many Iranians discover their Kart Meli has lapsed — and without it, they cannot get a new passport. Here's the document chain you need to sort out before you plan a permanent return to Iran.
Why a General Power of Attorney in Iran Is a Bad Idea (and What to Use Instead)
A broad, general Power of Attorney for Iran is no longer accepted by Iranian authorities — and it opens the door to fraud. Learn what task-specific POAs require and how to draft one that will actually work.
Name Discrepancies Between Iranian Documents: How to Fix Mismatched Spellings and Translations
Mismatched names across Iranian and U.S. documents cause real problems. Here's how to identify, document, and resolve name discrepancies from abroad.
Iranian Consular Photo Requirements: What You Need to Know Before Submitting Your Application
Detailed Iranian consular passport photo requirements including size, background color, hijab rules, expression, glasses policy, and printing specifications for applications submitted from the United States.
What Is a Shenasnameh and How to Renew It from the United States
Explains what a Shenasnameh is, what information it contains, when renewal or amendment is required, and how to renew or update it from the United States through the Iranian Interests Section.
How to Register a Child Born Outside Iran: Iranian Birth Registration Guide for U.S. Residents
Complete guide to registering the birth of a child born in the United States with Iranian authorities, including Interests Section submission, required documents, and the one-year registration deadline.
How to Prepare a Power of Attorney (Vekalat Name) for Iran from the United States
Step-by-step guide to creating a legally valid Iranian power of attorney (Vekalat Name) from the United States: notarization, apostille, and authentication by the Iranian Interests Section.
How to Get an Iranian National ID Card (Kart Melli) While Living in the United States
Guide to applying for or renewing an Iranian Kart Melli (National ID card) from the United States through the Iranian Interests Section. Covers required documents, Mikhak registration, and process.
How Long Does Iranian Passport Renewal Take from the United States?
Explains the current processing time for Iranian passport renewal from the U.S., including Interests Section review time, Iran-side processing, and total expected wait from submission to receipt.
What Is the Iranian Interests Section in Washington, D.C. and How Does It Work?
Explains what the Iranian Interests Section is, where it is located, what services it provides, and how to contact it. The only Iranian consular body in the United States.
How to Register on the Mikhak System: A Guide for Iranians Living Abroad
Step-by-step instructions for registering on Iran's Mikhak system (mikhak.mfa.gov.ir), the mandatory portal for all Iranians abroad needing consular services from outside Iran.
What Documents Are Required for Iranian Passport Renewal from the United States?
Complete list of documents required to renew an Iranian passport from the United States, including Mikhak registration, photo specs, Kart Melli, Shenasnameh, and payment rules.
How to Renew Your Iranian Passport from the United States: Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Step-by-step guide to renewing an Iranian passport from the U.S. through the Iranian Interests Section in Washington, D.C. Includes Mikhak registration, required documents, and fees.
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Our Guides Explain the Process — ICS Helps Prepare the Documents
Use our guides to understand the process. When you are ready to move forward, ICS can review your documents, assist with consular forms, and prepare an organized submission package designed to reduce avoidable errors.