Is the May break coming up soon? Don’t forget to renew your travel documents!
The May holiday is just around the corner. That means extra traffic at the Civil Affairs counter. Many residents want to renew their passport or ID card before they leave. Have you checked whether your travel document is still valid?
Expected increase in traffic due to a nationwide surge in passport applications
Due to the nationwide passport surge ,things may get particularly busy. This is a period during which many locations across the Netherlands are receiving more applications than usual. This surge is expected to continue through 2028 and will result in longer wait times.
Here's how to arrange for a valid travel document on time
- Check in advance which documents you need to bring:
- Make an appointment online in advance at
. This will help you avoid unnecessary fees for an urgent request.