Passport delay

mummyyummy_2

Can anyone pls tell me the tel no. to phone & check on applications? And can a child's first passport be fast tracked over the phone?

ferf1223

silvasava wrote: »

I'm really panicking now - didn't realise Dh's passport only had 5 months to run & we need 6 months for our holiday that's already booked - sent off on the 21/5 & we're supposed to be flying out on the 9/6 - looks like we won't be able to go & will have to forfeit our money too.

are you sure you need 6 months? Not that it matters now...hope you get it back in time.

miamoo

As someone already suggested you can fast track your passport at any point (I have done this myself). But only if its a replacement or a renewal. I went to Liverpool passport office with my sister and did the 1 week service last week. We got the passport back in 4 days.

silvasava

callum9999 wrote: »

Call them first thing Wednesday morning and get them fast-tracked (I assume they are closed now until then?). They do a 1 day service that is a lot more expensive than normal - but you need to weigh up whether it's worth that much to not miss your holiday.

In all fairness, the Passport office say it takes a minimum of 3 weeks anyway - and you've done it during a double bank holiday period at the beginning of what I imagine is the busiest time of the year for applications!

Thanks for the info - our fault for not checking the validity but I understand most countries (if not all) require at least 6 months left on your passport at time of exit of that country now. I'll ring first thing on Wednesday & if necessary DH will have to drive to Durham!! A fast track will cost an extra £52.00 but its worth it not to have my stomach churning

con1888

I sent mine away the 15th May and it is not back yet, I fly out the 13th June. I was on phone to them all day Friday trying to get an appointment for FT but at end of the day, 4.30pm I was told it had just been printed in the last hour. Checked online and indeed it was printed, to allow 1-5 working days for delivery so bearing in mind the bank holiday I am hopeful it will be here in time !!

Please don't delay yours - if its needing renewal do it soon as !! Unfortunately ours was outwith our control as they were taken during a breakin in our house and I did not realise until I went to sign one for my friend and needed my passport number - had he not asked me to sign his I probably wouldn't have noticed til it was too late.

con1888

silvasava wrote: »

Thanks for the info - our fault for not checking the validity but I understand most countries (if not all) require at least 6 months left on your passport at time of exit of that country now. I'll ring first thing on Wednesday & if necessary DH will have to drive to Durham!! A fast track will cost an extra £52.00 but its worth it not to have my stomach churning

I think it's only countries outwith EU that you need 6 months on, Spain I know you only need to have it last until your departure date.

mjm3346

silvasava wrote: »

Thanks for the info - our fault for not checking the validity but I understand most countries (if not all) require at least 6 months left on your passport at time of exit of that country now. I'll ring first thing on Wednesday & if necessary DH will have to drive to Durham!! A fast track will cost an extra £52.00 but its worth it not to have my stomach churning

According to the website they take calls on public holidays

To make an appointment, call the Passport Adviceline on 0300 222 0000. Open Monday to Friday 8.00 am to 8.00 pm. Weekends and public holidays 9.00 am to 5.30 pm

dzug1

silvasava wrote: »

Thanks for the info - our fault for not checking the validity but I understand most countries (if not all) require at least 6 months left on your passport at time of exit of that country now.

Well no - some countries do ask for 6 months, but many do not (including some you think would). As to the proportions - no idea.

You'll find tour operators and travel agents tend to err on the side of safety rather than giving factually correct advice

silvasava

I emailed their tracking system & I've been told that the passport has been processed & passed for issue today. Fingers crossed that it arrives fairly quickly - thanks to all for your help & suggestions - my tums not churning so much now!!

miamoo

You dont have to upgrade to the 1 day fast track, you can upgrade to the 1 wk (if you have time) it is sent out special delivery within 7 days and is about an extra £30.