Applying for protected identity
You do not need to know which type of protected identity to apply for. The important thing is to submit an application for protected identity to the Swedish Tax Agency. We can always adjust your protection in consultation with you, to ensure that it matches your circumstances.
Here’s how to apply for protected identity
- Fill in the application form. Do not submit a separate notification to us to report a change of address.
- Include relevant documentation to confirm the threat to you – for example, statements or investigation reports from social services or the police.
The Swedish Tax Agency will then assess your application and reach a decision based on your circumstances and your need for protection.
Applying for protected Population Register data
You can be granted protected Population Register data if you are at risk of being subjected to crime, persecution or serious harassment. This is the highest level of protection that the Swedish Tax Agency can grant. You will normally be required to move to a new address, and you must also take care not to disclose your personal data.
Apply for protected Population Register data:
Application: protected Population Register data (form SKV 7706, in Swedish)
If you are not able to print out a form, you can choose one of the following options:
- You can get help by visiting a Swedish state service centre.
- You can write us a letter. Make sure that you include all the details we require. (Please check the application form for these details.)
- You can request a form by calling our tax information service on:
What you need to do before applying for protected Population Register data
- You will normally be required to move to a new address for this protection measure to be effective. The Swedish Tax Agency will assess the circumstances in each individual case.
- Everyone who lives at your address should apply for protected Population Register data. Otherwise, there is a risk of you being traced through your family relationships, which would make this protection measure ineffective.
- You must engage in ensuring your own protection through your lifestyle and actions. This could mean, for example:
- not posting information about yourself on the internet
- avoiding social circles and places with which you are associated
- not sharing information about where you live.
This protection measure normally means you also have to change your workplace, school or any other environment in which you carry out your daily activities. If you have children, they will normally have to be moved to a new preschool or school.
Applying for protected Population Register data for children under 18 years old
- If a child has two parents or guardians, both of them must usually sign the application. If the purpose of the application is to protect the child from a parent or guardian, the application can be signed by just one party.
- In certain cases, an application can be made by the Social Welfare Board (“socialnämnden”). This is the case if the child has been placed in care on the basis of a decision reached in accordance with the Swedish Care of Young Persons (Special Provisions) Act, with the aim of protecting the child.
Here’s what happens after you have applied for protected Population Register data
- You will either be registered in your previous municipality, or in another municipality with which you have had no connection.
- Your mail will be delivered to one of the Swedish Tax Agency’s offices.
- Your new address will not be recorded in the Swedish Population Register, which means that it will not be shared with other government agencies.
- We will notify other government agencies and public services (such as healthcare services, the Swedish Social Insurance Agency and the municipality where you live) that you have protected Population Register data.
Applying for confidentiality marking
Confidentiality marking alerts the Swedish Tax Agency and other government agencies to their need to carry out a thorough confidentiality assessment before disclosing your personal data.
This makes it more difficult for others to access your personal data in the Swedish Population Register. Confidentiality marking applies to all of your personal data.
Everyone who lives at your address should apply for protection. Otherwise, there is a risk of you being traced through your family relationships, which would make this protection measure ineffective.
You can also be granted confidentiality marking as a preventive measure – for example, if:
- your professional role puts you in a vulnerable position
- you are going to testify as a witness, and your personal data has not been disclosed in connection with the case.
Applying for confidentiality marking for children under 18 years old
The application process is the same as for adults, but there are some things you need to consider:
- Someone other than a parent or guardian can apply for confidentiality marking for a child. For example, the police or social services can tell us that a child needs to be granted confidentiality marking.
- In addition to a summary or investigation report regarding the threat to the child, you should also send details of any official decisions regarding care or other relevant matters.
- Notify the Swedish Tax Agency if the child is moving to a family home or a new address.
- If mail must not to be sent to a legal guardian, you should notify us of a special postal address.
Apply for confidentiality marking by filling in this form:
Application: confidentiality marking (form SKV 7708, in Swedish)
If you are not able to print out a form, you can choose one of the following options:
- You can get help by visiting a Swedish state service centre.
- You can write us a letter. Make sure that you include all of the details we require. (Please check the application form for these details.)
- You can request a form by calling our tax information service on:
Applying for new identity details
You can be granted new identity details if you are at risk of serious crime involving a threat to your life, health or freedom. In these circumstances, you can be given a new name and personal identity number, for example.
You apply to the Swedish Police for new identity details:
If you no longer need protected identity
If you no longer want to have protected identity, you can notify the Swedish Tax Agency at any time. We will withdraw this protection measure at your request. We will check that the request has been submitted by you, and will make an assessment before withdrawing your protection. Once it has been withdrawn, your personal data will become available to other government agencies. Keep in mind that this may affect other family members living at your address.
What happens when your protection is withdrawn?
- Your personal data will become available to other government agencies within about one week, but it might take longer. If you have any questions, please contact the relevant government agency.
- Some of your personal data will remain protected even though protection has been withdrawn. This applies to your previous addresses, for example. Please contact us if you need these details.
- If other people with protected identity are living at your address, there is a risk of their protection being weakened. The Swedish Tax Agency may therefore need to review their need for protection.
Here’s how to request withdrawal of your protection
There are three different ways to notify us that you want your protection to be withdrawn:
- Submit a written request to the Swedish Tax Agency by filling in a form.
- Send a letter to the Swedish Tax Agency, including your personal data, contact details and protected address.
- Visit a Swedish state service centre and ask for help.
Request: withdrawal of protected Population Register data (SKV 7725, in Swedish)
Request: withdrawal of confidentiality marking (SKV 7727, in Swedish)