How To Get An Appointment At The London Passport Office?
The London passport office provides a range of services for those looking to both apply for and renew a British passport, these services are on offer for those applying for the standard service via post in the form of first time passport interviews and those who need their passport urgently.
The following services are available for those who wish to attend the London office:
- Adult Renewals (Expired Passport, Lost/Stolen Passport, Damaged Passport)
- Adult Renewals (Name/Gender Changes)
- Child Renewals (Expired Passport, Lost/Stolen Passport, Damaged Passport)
- Adult First Time (Interviews for first time only, you must apply with the standard service first)
- Child First Time (Only if the individual is under 16 years of age, parents need to attend on behalf)
In order to use these services however you will need to either make an appointment in London yourself, or send off your application with the standard passport service and then be contacted by the London office to arrange your first time passport interview appointment.
How quickly can I get a passport in London?
If you require a fast-track passport service in London, please note that appointments are necessary. It is important to book your appointment as early as possible due to high demand, especially during peak periods. See below for more information on the fast-track services available at the London Passport Office:
Can I get a fast-track passport in London?
To obtain your passport quickly, you can apply for the Fast Track 1 Week Service at the London Passport Office. Please ensure you meet the following criteria:
- This service is available for renewals only if you are an adult aged over 15
- You will need to pay additional fees for this expedited service
- Remember to book an appointment at the London Passport Office
Please note that for both first-time and renewal applications, children are also eligible to use the Fast-Track One Week Child Service at the London Passport Office.
Can I get a passport in 24 hours in London?
In case of an emergency, you can apply for the 1 day passport service at the London Passport Office. However, it is important to meet the following requirements:
- You must be an adult aged over 15 years old
- Your current passport should not be lost, stolen, or damaged (find out if your passport is damaged)
- Additional fees will apply for this expedited service
- An appointment at the London Passport Office must be scheduled
Please note that this service is not available for children. If a child requires an urgent passport, they can use the fast-track one week service listed above.
Need more help?
Talk to the Passport Office team
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