("P" for passport), the code for the issuing state (e.g., "MKD" for North Macedonia), and the name (surname first, then name) of the passport holder. The second line of the machine-readable zone contains the passport number, supplemented by a check digit; the code of the nationality of the passport holder ("MKD" for North Macedonia); the date of birth of the passport holder (two digit year, two digit month, two digit day i.e. 800509), supplemented by a check digit; the sex of the passport holder ("M" or "F"); the date of expiry of the passport, supplemented by a check digit; the holder’s personal number, supplemented by a check digit; and, at the end of the line, an overall check digit. Types of passports Regular (Ordinary) passports - Issued to all citizens of North Macedonia. It has a red color and is valid for two, five, or ten years depending on the age of the applicant. These passports are not extendable or renewable and a new one must be obtained once expired. Diplomatic passports - Issued to diplomats accredited overseas and their eligible dependents and to citizens who reside in North Macedonia and travel abroad for diplomatic work. The title and function of the bearer (Diplomat) is listed on the integrated biodata card in addition to the information already contained. It is valid for five years. Official passports – Issued to government employees assigned overseas, government employees working at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, or at a diplomatic mission abroad. An official passport can also be issued to other government officials that are to travel abroad, with prior approval, as well as to their spouses and children living in the same household. The title and function of the bearer (Official) is listed on the integrated biodata card in addition to the information already contained. It is valid for five years. Temporary passports - Issued to citizens who need to return to the country from abroad and have extenuating circumstances such as a lost or stolen passport. When issued, it is valid for 30 days or until the return trip is completed. It can be issued at an embassy or consulate abroad. Documents required The following documents are required to obtain a passport: Passport Application Form (Obtained from the MOI or downloaded from their website) Valid State Issued ID (If citizen resides abroad, he/she needs to submit the foreign ID in order to