Foreigner's passport

Are you living in this country without having the Dutch nationality? And you are unable to obtain a passport from the country of origin? In that case you can apply for a foreigner’s passport. It also serves as a proof of identity. You can use the foreigner’s passport to travel to any country except your country of origin. 

A foreigner’s passport can be applied for by making an appointment.

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A foreigner’s passport costs € 65,70.  

  • You have a valid residence permit (document type I, II or V);
  • You must be able to prove that you cannot obtain a passport in your country of origin; 
  • You are registered in the Municipal Personal Records Database (BRP) of Alkmaar;

A foreigner’s passport is valid for a maximum of 5 years. The exact period of validity depends on your residence status.

  • You have to come yourself;
  • All passports and identity cards you still have, even if they have expired;
  • A valid resident permit;
  • 1 recent colour passport photo;
  • Your debit card. You pay directly at the request;
  • If needed, proof that you cannot obtain a passport in your country of origin.

Below the age of 18?

Please also bring:

  • A completed consent form for minors with the signatures of both your parents (or the person who has authority over you);
  • ID of both parents (or from the person who has authority over you).

The application for a foreigner’s passport takes 2 to 4 months. The procedure takes a long time because the IND and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs also have to decide on your application. You will receive a message from the municipality when you can collect the passport. You can only collect the passport in person.