Guidance

Passport design changes

This guidance explains that there will be changes to the design of British passports after 31 January 2020 and when the changes will happen.

From:
HM Passport Office
Published
12 March 2019
Last updated
10 March 2020 — See all updates

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All new passports will now be issued with the blue design.

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Changes to the design of British passports

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The design of British passports will change from 31 January 2020. From March 2020, blue passports will start to be issued. All styles of passport will be equally valid for travel.

Published 12 March 2019
Last updated 10 March 2020 + show all updates

  1. Updated to clarify that blue passports are now being issued.

  2. Updated with information that the new blue passport design will start being issued from March 2020.

  3. Updated to include information that you will not be able to choose between a burgundy and blue passport.

  4. Updated text.

  5. First published.