§ 39 a. Udlændingeloven

In Brief

This section of the Danish Aliens Act allows the Danish Immigration Service (Udlændingestyrelsen) to issue special travel documents to foreigners who cannot obtain a passport or need one for other rea...

Examples

• Refugee needing travel document

  A refugee who cannot obtain a passport from their home country may apply for a special travel document to facilitate their travel or resettlement process.

• Stateless individual

  A stateless person living in Denmark may request a special travel document to enable them to travel internationally, as they do not have a national passport.

• Minor unable to get a passport

  A minor foreigner whose parents cannot obtain a passport for them may apply for a special travel document to allow for travel during family reunification processes.

Common Misunderstandings

• •Some believe that a special travel document automatically grants them residency or legal status in Denmark, which is incorrect; it only serves as a travel document.
• •Others think that applying for a special travel document guarantees approval, but each case is evaluated based on specific circumstances and legal frameworks.
• •Many assume that they can use a special travel document for any travel purposes, but it may have restrictions and is primarily for specific situations.

Frequently Asked Questions