Topic | Understanding the UK Passport Colour Change: History and Significance For many, a passport is simply a travel document. But for UK citizens, the colour of their passport has long symbolised more than that—it reflects identity, history, and even political change. In recent years, the switch from burgundy back to blue has stirred curiosity...Read More
Topic | Concessionary British Passports: How to Apply? Not all British passports come at the same price. Some applicants qualify for a concessionary British passport, which allows them to pay a reduced fee or even obtain a free passport under specific circumstances. This article explores who is eligible for a concessionary British passport, the benefits...Read More
If you are applying for or renewing your British passport, you may come across the option of a Braille sticker. This is not something that is commonly discussed, but it plays an important role for visually impaired individuals. Quick Overview This article explains what a Braille sticker on a UK passport is and why it...Read More
The strength of a passport is often measured by the number of countries its holder can enter without needing a visa or with visa-on-arrival privileges. The United Kingdom passport is considered one of the strongest in the world. In this article, we will explore the factors that contribute to the strength of the UK passport,...Read More
HMPO Passport | You have probably heard the term His Majesty’s Passport Office (HMPO) floating around each time you mention your passport. However, have you ever wondered how HMPO is involved in issuing your passport? Quick Overview If you’re a British citizen living abroad, you’ll need to apply for your passport directly through His Majesty’s...Read More
UK Passport Pages | As UK citizens, we are required to have a valid passport in order to travel internationally. But did you know that even if your passport hasn’t expired, not having enough empty pages for stamps could render it invalid? Quick Overview UK passports come in two sizes: the standard version with 34...Read More
British Passport size | As a British citizen, you will need a passport if you wish to travel outside of the UK. Your British passport is your gateway to the world. It will allow you to travel and conduct business wherever you desire. But if you are a frequent traveller, you may realise soon that...Read More
French words on blue British passport: As of the middle of 2020, new blue British passports have been issued in place of the older, burgundy passports. This change came about as a result of Brexit. In this blog post, we’ll answer your questions and tell you everything you need to know about the French words...Read More
The UK Passport Issuing Authority is in charge of issuing UK passports to British citizens. If you are a UK citizen, then the UK Passport Issuing Authority is responsible for you! They are also responsible for people who have been granted citizenship by another country but are still considered British by their own government. So,...Read More
Biometric Passport | A common question our team receives is about biometric passports, what they look like, and whether or not you need to apply for one. U.K.ABROAD’s area of expertise is British passport renewals and applications for citizens living outside of the UK. Quick Overview: British biometric passports, introduced around 2006 and implemented nationally...Read More
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Operating since 2008, we specialise in fast, secure, and simple online UK Passport renewals, replacements, and applications from abroad.
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