Background information
In a limited number of situations, the authorities can decide to apply the accelerated procedure, in which case an application is examined within shorter time limits.
Depending on your national legislation, the accelerated procedure can be applied, inter alia, when the applicant provides false or incomplete information or documents, if the applicant refuses to have their fingerprints taken or if it is likely that, in bad faith, they destroyed or disposed identity document (171). For more information, see topic ‘Accelerated procedure’.
(171) Article 31(8), points (c), (d) and (i) APD (recast) ‘Examination procedure’
Explain these messages to the applicant during the registration/lodging:
- The accelerated procedure can be applied if the applicant does not cooperate with the authorities. For example, if they present false information or false documents, refuse to have their fingerprints taken or have destroyed or disposed of identity documents.