Can I get my passport back temporarily from Migrationsverket?

Question

Hi,

I applied for asylum and have received temporary residence permit and travel document. I want to take back my original passport which was taken when i applied for asylum. I want to travel abroad and i have valid visas in it. Is there any risk of taking your original passport back? And how is the procedure (i have travel document given by swedish authorities)?

Thanks

Answer 1

Hi! Thank you for contacting Lawline for help in this matter!

You can get your passport back temporarily – it will not affect your processing time!

All you have to do is email Migrationsverket (click here). It will take up to 3 weeks before you get your passport, from the day you send the request – so think about this when you make plans for your travels!

As for your concerns of potential risks, there is a risk sending things via post. But, I would not worry about this! Migrationsverket uses a secure mailing service (a recorded delivery). You will probably be able to track the parcel and will need to identify yourself when collecting it.

Also, like I mentioned above, this will not affect your processing time!

I hope this information was helpful! Feel free to send in any more questions you might have, until then I wish you the best of luck with your travels!

Yours truly,