How can I renew my British passport in Australia?
Your first contact should be the British embassy in Australia. If you have any concerns about your passport renewal application, we advise you to make an appointment or simply call the nearest British embassy. If you prefer to make your application in person, then you can go to the British embassy in your city.
How long after a passport expires can it be renewed Australia?
three years
Passports can be renewed once they’ve expired, but only within three years of their expiry date.
Can I renew my passport if it expired 10 years ago?
Can I renew my passport if it’s expired? Yes, but the passport must have been issued within the last 15 years.
How long does it take to renew a British passport from overseas?
4 to 12 weeks
According to the UK government publication, it can take 4 to 12 weeks to process an overseas passport application.
How do I renew my British passport in Australia?
You do not need to go back home to renew your British passport, you can easily apply for a UK passport renewal in Australia! Your first contact should be the British embassy in Australia. If you have any concerns about your passport renewal application, we advise you to make an appointment or simply call the nearest British embassy.
When to apply for an emergency travel document in the UK?
If you’re in the UK you should apply for a passport urgently. You can apply for an emergency travel document if all the following apply: your passport has been lost, stolen, damaged, is full, has recently expired or is with HM Passport Office or a foreign embassy
Do I need to return my old UK passport when renewing?
Yes, you do need to send in your old UK passport during the renewal process, but it will be returned to you when you receive your new passport. If you would like to make your British passport renewal process as easy and as painless as possible, contact us and we will take care of everything for you.
Can I get an emergency travel document without a UK passport?
You usually cannot get an emergency travel document if you’ve never had a UK passport. You should apply for a passport instead. You can use an emergency travel document to travel to your destination through a maximum of 5 countries.