Swedish citizens who lose a passport or ID card in Australia report it to local police and then have the document blocked so it cannot be misused. A replacement is applied for through the normal passport process.
Where to apply in Australia
Embassy of Sweden, Canberra or any Swedish honorary consulate in Australia (blocking); Swedish Police by phone.
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Sweden.
How to apply
File an Australian police report | block the document by calling the Swedish Police on +46 77 114 14 00 or visiting the embassy/an honorary consulate with the police report and photo ID | apply for a new passport or ID card (or an emergency passport if flying soon).
Documents you need
- Police report
- Valid photo ID
Fees and processing time
The official pages do not publish a fee for this service. Ask the office before you apply.
Good to know
Blocking can be done on a separate visit or at the time of applying for a replacement; the page does not say whether an appointment is needed for blocking only.
Official sources
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by Sweden's official channels, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.
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