What happens if my Swedish passport expires, and can I renew it early?
Applying while the old passport is still valid, and what expiry means.
Short answer
Yes, you can apply for a new Swedish passport while the old one is still valid, and the Police advise applying early for travel in 2027. An ID document past its validity date is no longer valid. The Police say about 2.4 million Swedish passports become invalid during 2027.
Why
- The Swedish Police answer yes to applying for a new passport before the old one expires and advise applying now if you want to be sure of a valid passport for 2027.
- The Swedish Police say that about 2.4 million Swedish passports become invalid in 2027 and that waiting times for new travel documents have been unusually long.
- According to the Swedish Police, an ID document whose validity period has ended is not valid, and a passport also becomes invalid if you get a new personal or coordination number.
Details
Bring your old passport to the appointment if it is still valid. If you do not hand it in when you apply, you must hand it in when you collect the new one. After approval the new passport usually takes about a week to be ready, so leave time before a trip.
Tip
You can see the last valid day of your passport and national ID card on Mina sidor on the Police website, so check it before you book flights.
What may differ
If you have a new personal or coordination number, your passport and national ID card are no longer valid and you need to apply for new ones. If you have no valid ID at the appointment, an approved witness can confirm your identity.
People also ask
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Sources
- Swedish Police: Frequently asked questions about passportsChecked at:
- Swedish Police: Passport and national ID cardChecked at:
- Swedish Police: Visit a passport officeChecked at:
- Swedish Police: Collect a passport or ID cardChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Rules can change, so check the Swedish Police before you apply.
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