Renewing residence permits is easier with eID
Many people who are set to renew their residence permit and have an eID (BankID, Buypass or other login with the highest level of security) can now do this in an easier way than before.
If you are 18 years or older and use an electronic ID (eID) to log in to our digital application solution, we consider your application to be submitted as soon as you have paid the fee, uploaded all required documents and submitted the digital application form.
How to do it
- Select which type of residence permit you want to renew and log in to UDI's digital application solution using an eID (via ID-porten) when you are going to fill out the online application form. You may use your own eID to apply for yourself or for your child.
- Fill out the application form.
- Pay the application fee. Please note that you cannot get a refund after you have paid the fee and submitted the application.
- Upload your documents. After you have filled out the application form, you will be presented, you will be presented with a checklist showing which documents you need to upload.
- Once you have completed uploading your documents, click on the “Submit” button. You can submit your application even if you are still waiting for any of your documents. Upload the rest of your documents as soon as you as you have them available so that we can make a decision in your case
- Your application has now been submitted. As long as you submit your application at least one month before your permit expires, you will have the same rights while your application is being processed as you had before.
- Make an appointment with the police to have your photo and fingerprints taken. When meeting up at the police station, remember to have your passport with you. It is not necessary to take along any of the documents you uploaded with your application. We will not finish processing your application until you have attended your appointment with the police. You will also not receive a residence card until your application has been processed.
Remember, you must apply well in advance of your permit expiring – at least one month, or preferably 2–3 months, before.
If you do not have an eID
If you do not have an eID / access to ID-porten,
- Select which type of residence permit you are set to renew and log in to UDI's digital application solution using your username and password
- fill out and submit the online application and pay the fee
- make an appointment with the police and take the documents from the checklist with you to your appointment
After you have handed in all your documentation to the police, your application will be registered as formally submitted.