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Whether you’re eagerly waiting for your passport or planning to apply soon, this page offers valuable insights from others who have gone through the process.
How This Page Works
Every day, applicants like you share their passport application experiences on our site. They provide:
- Application Date: When they submitted their passport application.
- Receipt Date: When they received their new passport.
- Photo Method: How they obtained their passport photo (e.g., at home, pharmacy, professional service).
- Processing Office: The passport office or centre that handled their application so you can check to see how quick the agency you have been assigned is processing passports.
Additionally, applicants often share helpful tips and observations that can assist you in managing your application or understanding current processing trends.
Stay Informed
Monitor the latest wait times and gain a realistic expectation for when your passport might arrive based on real-world data. Knowing what to expect can ease anxieties and assist in planning your travels.
Compare Processing Times
See how different agencies and photo methods impact processing speeds. This can help you choose the best options to potentially reduce your wait time.
Learn from Others
Benefit from the experiences of fellow applicants. Many share crucial advice, like which agencies are processing faster or tips for avoiding common pitfalls.
Share Your Experience
Help us keep this page accurate and useful by submitting your own passport wait time once you receive your passport. Your contribution will assist others and contribute to a clearer picture of the current processing landscape.
1st Adult Passport
Type of Application:
First UK Adult Passport
Passport Office:
Hemel Hempstead
Photo Method
Took it myself on my phone
Submission Date:
02-11-2024
Date Received:
14-11-2024
Overall Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Comments:
Despite an issue with my first ID person not being eligible and having to do an interview it was very quick and easy. All the staff I spoke with were very nice and friendly.
Received on 14th
Passport printed 12 November 2024
Interview (video) and Application approved on 12 November 2024
Identity details received on 10 November 2024
Email sent to person confirming your identityon 7 November 2024
Person not eligible on 7 November 2024
Documents received 4:07pm on 7 November 2024
Application received 7:07am on 3 November 2024
Identity details received 7:07am on 3 November 2024
Application submitted 5:42pm on 2 November 2024
Type of Application:
First UK Adult Passport
Passport Office:
Corby
Photo Method
Took it myself on my phone
Submission Date:
06-11-2024
Date Received:
15-11-2024
Overall Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Comments:
Surprisingly very quick turnaround time! Got within a week after sending documents!
Type of Application:
First UK Adult Passport
Passport Office:
Hemel Hempstead
Photo Method
Other Insnaps
Submission Date:
07-11-2024
Date Received:
16-11-2024
Adult Renewal Passport
Type of Application:
Adult Passport Renewal
Passport Office:
London
Photo Method
Used a Photo-Me photo booth
Submission Date:
05-11-2024
Date Received:
09-11-2024
Overall Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Comments:
I can’t believe how quick my passport came back and I didn’t even use the fast track service. Very impressed. Brilliant service.
Type of Application:
Adult Passport Renewal
Passport Office:
Hemel Hempstead
Photo Method
Took it myself on my phone
Submission Date:
10-11-2024
Date Received:
15-11-2024
Overall Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Comments:
Sent my old passport off on Monday, they received it on Wednesday and approved same day. New one dispatched on Thursday and received on Friday!
Type of Application:
Adult Passport Renewal
Passport Office:
Corby
Photo Method
Took it myself on my phone
Submission Date:
13-11-2024
Date Received:
12-11-2024
Overall Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Type of Application:
Adult Passport Renewal
Passport Office:
Not Sure
Photo Method
Other Snappy Snaps (chain)
Submission Date:
08-11-2024
Date Received:
15-11-2024
Overall Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Comments:
Amazing speed as the original online application was late on a Friday night.
Type of Application:
Adult Passport Renewal
Passport Office:
Corby
Photo Method
Took it myself on my phone
Submission Date:
10-11-2024
Date Received:
15-11-2024
Overall Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Comments:
Clear communication and timeline
Type of Application:
Adult Passport Renewal
Passport Office:
Hemel Hempstead
Photo Method
Took it myself on my phone
Submission Date:
11-11-2024
Date Received:
16-11-2024
Type of Application:
Adult Passport Renewal
Passport Office:
Hemel Hempstead
Photo Method
Took it myself on my phone
Submission Date:
12-11-2024
Date Received:
16-11-2024
Overall Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Comments:
Pretty impressive. Filled out application on-line late Tuesday afternoon. They processed, approved and sent for printing the new passport on the same day they received my old passport (Thursday). Posted Friday, received Saturday. This wasn’t “Fast-Track”, just normal service (£88.50). Old passport was sent in First Class (signed for).
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Lost or Stolen Passport Application
Type of Application:
Lost/Stolen Passport
Passport Office:
Corby
Photo Method
Took it myself on my phone
Submission Date:
13-11-2024
Date Received:
15-11-2024
Overall Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
1st Child Passport
Type of Application:
First Child Passport
Passport Office:
Corby
Photo Method
Took it myself on my phone
Submission Date:
13-11-2024
Date Received:
15-11-2024
Overall Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Overseas Passport Application
Type of Application:
Adult Renewal (Overseas Application)
Passport Office:
Corby
Photo Method
Took it myself on my phone
Submission Date:
12-11-2024
Date Received:
14-11-2024
Overall Experience:
4 Star – Easy
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