The proposed changes relate to Article 43, which eliminates the need for consent from both parents to issue a passport abroad. This provision often created difficulties: one parent may be outside the country, not involved in raising the child, or be unavailable. This leads to prolonged delays in obtaining passports for minors, limiting their access to education, medical services, cultural and sports events, as well as to domestic government services.
According to the new project:
- one parent or legal representative will be able to apply for a passport for children under 16;
- newborns will receive passports valid for two years, and children from 1 year to 16 years will receive passports valid for five years;
- abroad, passports will only be issued with the consent of both parents or by court decision;
- in emergency situations, there will be automatic extensions of passports for children whose validity has expired during this period.
The explanatory note states that the current rules restrict the rights of children and their families, creating unnecessary bureaucratic obstacles and prolonging legal processes.
The draft law was published for public discussion from September 2 to September 17, 2025. So far, no comments or suggestions have been received from citizens.
After discussion in committees, the draft law will be submitted for consideration by the chamber.
