Lost, damaged or incorrect ACR I-Card: re-issuance
What to do when your ACR I-Card is lost, stolen, damaged or printed with errors: the BI re-issuance route, affidavit of loss, and what to do if it was stolen with your passport.
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What to do when your ACR I-Card is lost, stolen, damaged or printed with errors: the BI re-issuance route, affidavit of loss, and what to do if it was stolen with your passport.
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Do not ignore the problem A lost, damaged or incorrectly printed ACR I Card should be handled through BI's re issuance process. Do not keep using an inaccurate card, and do not assume a photo of the old card is enough for immigration, banking or departure procedures. Situations that require re…
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- v1CurrentPublishedAug 10, 2026
Initial draft from official sources.
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