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Information about changing requirements for UK nationals travelling to countries in the Schengen area.
Where to get official UK documents when you’re abroad. Sometimes called notarial and document services.
A checklist from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office to help British people prepare for travelling and staying safe abroad.
How to fill in your passport application form and provide a correct photo.
Tells HM Passport Office staff how to deal with delivery addresses for new passports and the return of supporting documents.
Leaflet explaining how to renew an adult passport online in simple steps.
Information and guidance for transgender and transsexual customers.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Cyprus, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Poland, including guidance on residency, passports and driving.
To be used when checking passports for identification.
How to apply for your child’s first British passport if your child was born after you were granted indefinite leave to remain under the EU Settlement Scheme.
Letters explaining UK laws and services abroad for passports and visas. Sometimes called information notes.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Hungary, including guidance on residency, healthcare, and driving.
Tells HM Passport Office staff how to deal with applications to replace passports that have been reported lost or stolen.
Tells HM Passport Office staff how to deal with passport applications when the customer has a change of name.
General advice for social services departments making passport applications on behalf of children subject to care or supervision orders.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Mexico, including guidance on residency, healthcare, and security.
This template can be used for checking photographs for all passport applicants aged 6 and over.
Leaflet explaining in simple steps how to apply online for your first passport, if you are applying as an adult.
This document tells HM Passport Office staff what information we need about a customer’s parents and grandparents and what to do if information is missing.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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