ATTESTATION TENANT LIEU DE PASSPORT
accredited to Sweden, Denmark, Norway, the Republic of Ireland and Finland. In that respect, the High Commission is competent in dealing with any Tenant Lieu de Passeport application from these countries.
Laissez-Passer/Tenant Lieu de Passeport is a legal travel document issued in lieu of passport by the High Commission to Gabonese nationals in the absence of a passport or a valid passport in order to allow them to return to Gabon. This document is valid for seven (7) days from its issuance date.
Requirements and procedure:
- A handwritten Cover letter addressed to the High Commissioner (should include your full name, occupation, contact details and Email(s))
- Proof of the applicant Gabonese nationality:
- For Gabonese nationals registered at the High Commission: copy of the Consular Card (if available)
- Otherwise, provide the following documents:
- A Gabonese birth certificate
- One of the following acceptable photo ID: passport, national identity card or driving licence
- Proof of address (Copy of the most recent utility bill (electricity, gas etc.), Council Tax
- For non-residents: evidence of temporary accommodation (Hotel booking) or invitation letter from your host
- Immigration Status in the applicant’s country of residence (If applicable)
- Photocopy of the flight ticket
- Two (2) current passport-size photographs
- For minors: Evidence of relationship between the child and the adult (applicant)
- Copy of the Birth Certificate
- Adoption Certificate
- Guardianship Order
- Power of Attorney, etc.
All documents can be submitted in person or by post:
To: Consular Service
High Commission of the Gabonese Republic
27 Elvaston Place, London SW7 5NL
If the applicant wishes to receive the Laissez-Passer/Tenant de passeport by post:
. For applicant residing in the UK: a prepaid self-addressed envelope (Royal Mail Special Delivery) is required.
. For applicant residing outside of the UK (only accredited countries): please arrange postal service with an International Courier Company (UPS, DHL, Parcelforce, etc…)
Application Processing time: Five (5) working days.
Opening Days: Monday to Friday
Lodging/collection 10:00 am – 11:30am (no appointment needed)
Please Note: Any uncompleted application will automatically be rejected.