Refugees or aliens passport

You can apply for a passport if you meet the conditions below.

For a refugee passport:

• You have been granted official refugee status in the Netherlands.
• You are registered in the Personal Records Database (BRP) of the municipality of Helmond.
• You have a valid Dutch residence permit.
• You are unable to obtain a passport from your country of origin.

For an alien’s passport:

• You are not a Dutch national and you have not been granted refugee status.
• You are registered in the BRP of the municipality of Helmond.
• You have a valid Dutch residence permit.
• You are unable to obtain a passport from your country of origin.

When applying for a refugee or alien’s passport, bring the following items with you:

• Your valid Dutch residence permit
• One passport photo that meets Dutch requirements
• (If available) Documents showing that you cannot obtain a passport from your country of origin

Do you apply for a passport for a child under 18? Then bring the child to the appointment. In addition to the above, you should include your own passport or ID-card and written permission from both parents or guardians.

You can apply for a refugee passport or an alien’s passport by making an appointment at the Huis voor de Stad. 

digital appointment refugee passport 
digital appointment foreign passport 

The costs in 2024 are:

• €63.40 for a refugee or alien’s passport for persons aged 18 or older
• €41.55 for a refugee or alien’s passport for persons under 18

You pay the amount upon application.

You will receive your passport after about 8 to 10 weeks. We will notify you when you can collect the passport at the City Office.