# Data Passports

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Data passports can only be:

* Created, managed and linked to datasets by an Administrator
* Applied for by a Researcher
* Approved/Denied/Revoked by a Data Passport Approver or Administrator.
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A data passport is a form of identification/clearance that a researcher must acquire before requesting access to certain datasets (via a data request). Data passports ensure that a user meets specific criteria before their permissions are granted to them.

### Functionality of Data Passports

Data passports can be:

* Created and managed
* [Linked to datasets](https://tablion-help.aristotlemetadata.com/administrator-tools/datasets/how-to-manage-datasets-in-tablion/application-requirements)
* Applied for
* Approved/Denied/Revoked