Updating RNM with New Passport – Process in Brazil

Member since 31 October 2023

Shahbaz Shaikh786Active member30 March 2026 19:57:44

Hi everyone,

I returned to Brazil with a new passport, but my RNM (Registro Nacional Migratório) is still linked to my old passport. There was no issue or fine at immigration.

I’d like to know the correct process to update this with the Polícia Federal — whether it’s just a data update or if a new CRNM card is required, and which option to select when booking the appointment.

Appreciate any guidance from those who have done this recently.

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abthree Brazil Expert

Member since 28 December 2017

abthreeBrazil Expert30 March 2026 22:48:41

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03/30/26 @Shahbax Shaikh786. The reason that you didn't have a problem with your new passport is that your CRNM isn't linked to your passport, old or new. It's an identity card, and it's linked to your identity, which didn't change; only your identity card from your home country did.

If and when you're required to renew your CRNM you'll use your current passport as part of your renewal documentation, because that's your current home country ID doc. Until then, you have a current CRNM and a current passport in the same name, so you're fine.

Peter Itamaraca Serial expat

Member since 08 May 2023

Peter ItamaracaSerial expatYesterday 09:16:01

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@Shahbaz Shaikh786

@abthree is exactly correct. I have renewed my British passport twice now, while living in Brazil, and I still have my permanent visa, property records, powers of attorney and numerous other documents referencing my old passports, apart from numerous overseas trips with my original permanent visa card.

They are all still valid and allowed because my old passports were used to confirm my ID (for example) at that time. No need to update anything...