Is it Possible to Retain a Cancelled Foreign Passport?
Ukrainians were informed about the possibility of retaining a cancelled foreign passport.
The passport service reminded citizens that, according to Ukrainian legislation, an individual may hold a maximum of two valid Ukrainian passports for international travel simultaneously.
Under what circumstances is a foreign passport cancelled?
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When its validity period
expires;
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When the owner’s personal data changes (excluding additional variable information).
When a passport is cancelled, at least two holes are punched in the machine-readable zone.
Can a cancelled passport be retained?
Yes, a cancelled foreign passport can be kept upon written request if:
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It contains valid visas or significant visa history;
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The document is required for processing or extending residency documents
overseas.
It is essential to notify the administrator of the intention to retain the cancelled passport during document processing.
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