British Passport application processing timelines (only)

I think it is quite useful to have 'real time' information about the most recent applications . I applied for my passport on the 21/06 and I find it very useful to know how people that applied just before me are getting on. Myself I have just been editing my original post without unnecessarily flood the forum at every change of status.

By the way this post is programmed to delete itself in 3 days

Passport application: Adult (after naturalisation) - first UK passport ofcourse
Method of application: PO Check and Send
Date of application: 01/07/2013
Date of fee collection: 01/07/2013 (paid at Post Office)
Date application acknowledged by IPS: 03/07/2013
Date of receipt of interview letter: 12/07/2013 (friday) (dated 11th July)
Date of return of documents: 15/07/2013 (I asked for non-secure delivery for return of documents; it was sent 2nd class in a brown envelope)
Date of passport appointment: 15/07/2013 (monday) Luton which was first available date in and around London (next available in London Victoria was Thur 18th July)
Date of passport receipt: 17/07/2013

* at luton, if you arrive more than 10 minutes before your appointment you won't even be allowed into the building (eventhough there are many waiting areas downstairs and upstairs in the IPS office)
* my appointment lasted under 15 minutes and it was a very casual chat

Kennavarro wrote:well since most people love these timelines to be efficient my suggestion that all members should only post when they have all the info that means passport in their hands...makes no sense telling us when you posted your application ...then a few days later tell us you got the acknowledgement letter then tell us about the texts etc....folks wait till you have all the info and deliver one punchy time line...am just saying

Or Alternatively, all of you can try using Skydrive for Passports. On how to use this, please follow this post

Note: Once you've added your record to the bottom of the table, sort the spread sheet first by Application Sent Date (Column E) Ascending and then by Passport Received (Column K) Ascending.

Passport application: Adult (After Naturalization)
Method of application: PO Check and Send
Date of application: 01/07/2013
Date of fee collection: 01/07/2013 (Paid at post office)
Date application acknowledged by I.P.S. : 03/07/2013 via text message
Date of receipt of interview letter: 12/07/2012 (letter dated 10/07/2012)
Date of return of documents: 11/07/2012 (envelope was dated 12/07/2012!)
Date of passport appointment: 15/07/2012
Date of passport receipt: 16/07/2012

Journey is over.

The lady at IPS was amazing and so friendly. This was one of the best service I have ever recieved. I had my passport in under 24 hours. How good is that . Worst service ever in uk is UKBA.

Good luck to everyone and I guess my journey is over. Take care peeps. Lots of love to you all. Xxx

rob443 wrote:I think it is quite useful to have 'real time' information about the most recent applications . I applied for my passport on the 21/06 and I find it very useful to know how people that applied just before me are getting on. Myself I have just been editing my original post without unnecessarily flood the forum at every change of status.

I concur.

Its all over! 11yrs of waiting and anticipation. It will take another year to sink in that am really a British citizen who holds a British passport as not all do Could never have seen this day coming its important to dream and then just believe exactly what l did 10yrs ago.

So here is my numbers below

date of application via post and check- 17/06/13
date of text from HMPO- 20/06/13
date of receipt of interview letter from IPS-26/06/13
note: next available slot was following week in Victoria but Luton had a slot the following day, the IPS service is fantastic l think l just was unlucky to get this rude lady who lied to me and said the only earliest slot was only in Victoria next week so l booked it and then hang up.....couple of minutes later in the same hour l called them again and spoke to a nice gentleman who said they had loads of appointments in Luton the next day....so cancelled and rebooked for Luton...now the Luton people are just nice l was well looked after during my interview:)
so those of you who dont mind travelling a few miles further from london opt for other IPS centres if they tell you that the earliest is Victoria like the did to me don't believe them politely hang up and try cancelling and rebooking.
date of receipt of passport: 1//07/13 just delivered through letter box no need to sign anything.

Well well thats it no more worries no more interviews no more waiting am free finally Hope is a good thing!

I stumbled on this site about six years ago at the lowest point in my life had finished my university and did not know what do next wanted stay and work after studies did not know how...then google search yielded a discussion about the International graduate scheme on this site it was a miracle l was thinking of getting on the next plane to go back home and boom l saw an opportunity to stay here appeared and ever since....l have realised that the knowledge exchanged here is very up-to-date always at least five steps ahead on immigration changes and rules....this site is way better than a seasoned specialist immigration solicitor.... what l learnt here has helped me turn a student visa into a British passport....unbelievable l made it thanks all for contributing to my success good luck to all and l hope you find peace and happiness!

l will stay eternally grateful!

your friend Ken

Congratulations Ken you deserve to be happy, glad your journey ended as you dreamed. Missed your presence in naturalization timeline hilarous but keeping me sane. Goodluck for the future.

Kennavarro wrote:Its all over! 11yrs of waiting and anticipation. It will take another year to sink in that am really a British citizen who holds a British passport as not all do Could never have seen this day coming its important to dream and then just believe exactly what l did 10yrs ago.

So here is my numbers below

date of application via post and check- 17/06/13
date of text from HMPO- 20/06/13
date of receipt of interview letter from IPS-26/06/13
note: next available slot was following week in Victoria but Luton had a slot the following day, the IPS service is fantastic l think l just was unlucky to get this rude lady who lied to me and said the only earliest slot was only in Victoria next week so l booked it and then hang up.....couple of minutes later in the same hour l called them again and spoke to a nice gentleman who said they had loads of appointments in Luton the next day....so cancelled and rebooked for Luton...now the Luton people are just nice l was well looked after during my interview:)
so those of you who dont mind travelling a few miles further from london opt for other IPS centres if they tell you that the earliest is Victoria like the did to me don't believe them politely hang up and try cancelling and rebooking.
date of receipt of passport: 1//07/13 just delivered through letter box no need to sign anything.

Well well thats it no more worries no more interviews no more waiting am free finally Hope is a good thing!

I stumbled on this site about six years ago at the lowest point in my life had finished my university and did not know what do next wanted stay and work after studies did not know how...then google search yielded a discussion about the International graduate scheme on this site it was a miracle l was thinking of getting on the next plane to go back home and boom l saw an opportunity to stay here appeared and ever since....l have realised that the knowledge exchanged here is very up-to-date always at least five steps ahead on immigration changes and rules....this site is way better than a seasoned specialist immigration solicitor.... what l learnt here has helped me turn a student visa into a British passport....unbelievable l made it thanks all for contributing to my success good luck to all and l hope you find peace and happiness!

l will stay eternally grateful!

your friend Ken

dmitrois wrote: Date of application via NCS..................17/06/2013
Acknowledgement received via text.....20/06/2013
Invitation to interview received...........26/06/2013
Documents returned............................waiting
Interview.............................................28/06/2013 @Victoria
Passport received................................TBA

Passport application: Adult (after naturalisation)

Date of application via NCS..................17/06/2013
Acknowledgement received via text.....20/06/2013
Invitation to interview received...........26/06/2013
Documents returned............................01/07/2013
Interview.............................................28/06/2013 @Victoria
Passport received................................02/07/2013

Hello Boys and Girls

Passport application: Adult (after naturalisation)
Method of application: PO Check and Send
Date of application: 02/07/2013
Date of fee collection: 02/07/2013 (Paid at Post Office)
Date application acknowledged by IPS: Waiting
Date of receipt of interview letter: Waiting
Date of return of documents: Waiting
Date of passport appointment: Waiting
Date of passport receipt: Waiting

By the way folks I came from my holiday and entered the UK 2 days ago without a UK passport. (Because an unexpected illness in my family
necessitated me travelling before i had a chance to apply for a UK passport. )

I filled in the landing card and presented my ILR card to the immigration officer.
I explained the situation and told him that i was a British citizen . He then took my finger prints using the electronic reader on the counter . Then he too confirmed that i am a British citizen then i passed thru.

Brothers and Sisters many of you wonder and i know that this question was asked in different topics but i still want to answer .
When i asked the UKBA officer very same question he confirmed me !!!
---Becoming a British Citizen does not invalidate your ILR card---

So if you dont have time to get your UK passport or in case of emergency you can travel in and out of the UK using your ILR card.

I just wanted to share my experience with you .

Look after yourselves

Passport application: Adult (after naturalisation)
Method of application: Post
Date of application: 12/06/2013
Date application acknowledged by IPS: 18/06/2013
Date of receipt of interview letter: 27/06/2013
Date of return of documents: 27/06/2013 (received separately)
Date of passport interview: 01/07/2013 (Leeds)
Date of passport receipt:03/07/2013

Is this the end of some sort of a journey? If it is, then I somehow am feeling very sad today. It's true that over the past many years I've experienced my fair share of anxiety and uncertainty and had few sleepless nights, but every time I stumbled on a stone or hit a wall I went back to the Almighty God and asked for his help and mercy. This always gave me a renewed hope and mighty confidence. I don't want to loose this connection and pray that may God continue blessing me as always- both in good and bad times.

My best wishes to all awaiting their British citizenship. I also convey my heartiest thanks to all the people who keeps this excellent site running.

Passport for: Minor
Application Type: First child passport (after registration)
Method of application: Check and Send
Date of application: 1 July 13
Date application received by IPS: 3 July 13
Date of return of documents: 16 July 2013
Date of receipt of interview letter: Not required for minor
Date of Passport Appointment: Not required for minor
Date of Passport Receipt: 15 July 2013

Passport application: Adult (After Naturalization)
Method of application: PO Check and Send
Date of application: 01/07/2013
Date of fee collection: 01/07/2013 (Paid at post office)
Date application acknowledged by I.P.S. : 03/07/2013
Date of receipt of interview letter: 11/07/2013
Date of return of documents:
Date of passport appointment: 12/07/2013
Date of passport receipt:

Aborigine wrote: I filled in the landing card and presented my ILR card to the immigration officer.
I explained the situation and told him that i was a British citizen . He then took my finger prints using the electronic reader on the counter . Then he too confirmed that i am a British citizen then i passed thru.

Hi,
Just a quick question regarding your landing at the airport, which airport did you arrive at, that they had to scan your finger prints. I never had to scan my finger prints when I traveled on my foreign passport.
Regards

Hello lynxukauq

I came via Stansted airport and on the counters there were new finger print readers . I dont know if it is the same for other airports heatrow etc.

I was with my british spouse so we directly went to UK and EU passport holders counters and the rest of the story is as i explained.

by the way normally if you travel on a foreign passport as a british citizen
you should have the right of abode sticker in your passport but nobody asked me why i dont have it.
Now here i am in the UK and applied for my british passport .
when i get it , i will not need my other nationality passport.
I hope this helps
Best Regards

Aborigine wrote:Hello lynxukauq
by the way normally if you travel on a foreign passport as a british citizen
you should have the right of abode sticker in your passport but nobody asked me why i dont have it.
Best Regards

Thanks for your information.

You normally don't get ROA just like that, you have to apply for the sticker to be placed on your passport by filling in the necessary application form.
And it's not a must that you should have it. As long as your have your ILR card/sticker with you, you should be fine to enter UK.

Passport application: Adult (after naturalisation)
Method of application: PO Check and Send
Date of application: 28/06/2013
Date of fee collection: 28/06/2013 (paid at Post Office)
Date application acknowledged by IPS: 02/07/2013 ( SMS )
Date of receipt of interview letter:
Date of return of documents:
Date of passport appointment:
Date of passport receipt:

Passport application: Child (after registration)

Date of application 20/06/2013
Acknowledgement via text 24/06/2013
Passport received 02/07/2013
Documents returned03 /07/2013

Passport application: Adult (after naturalisation) - first UK passport
Method of application: PO Check and Send
Date of application: 03/07/2013
Date of fee collection: 03/07/2013 (paid at Post Office)
Date application acknowledged by IPS: 09/07/2013
Date of receipt of interview letter: 18/7/2013
Date of return of documents: awaiting
Date of passport appointment: 19/7/2013 (Luton Interview Office)
Date of passport receipt:





His mercies endureth forever.

Passport application: Adult (after naturalisation) - first UK passport
Method of application: PO Check and Send
Date of application: 27/06/2013
Date of fee collection: 01/07/2013 (paid at Post Office)
Date application acknowledged by IPS: 03/07/2013 (via sms)
Date of receipt of interview letter: 12/07/2013
Date of return of documents: 12/07/2013
Date of passport appointment: 17/07/2013
Date of passport receipt: 19/07/2013

Passport application: Adult (after naturalisation) - first UK passport
Method of application: PO Check and Send
Date of application: 04/07/2013
Date of fee collection: 04/07/2013 (paid at Post Office)
Date application acknowledged by IPS: 08/07/2013
Date of receipt of interview letter: 18/07/2013
Date of return of documents: waiting
Date of passport appointment: 22/07/2013
Date of passport receipt: waiting

Timeline for my wife,
Passport application:First Adult Passport (After Naturalization)
Method of application: PO Check and Send,barkingside
Date of application: 04/07/2013
Date of fee collection: 04/07/2013 (Paid at post office)
Date application acknowledged by IPS : 09/07/2013(SMS)
Date of receipt of interview letter: 23/07/2013 ( dated 19/07/2013)
Date of return of documents: 23/07/2013
Date of passport appointment: 28/07/2013(Victoria)
Date of passport receipt:31/07/2013

Aborigine wrote:Hello lynxukauq

I came via Stansted airport and on the counters there were new finger print readers . I dont know if it is the same for other airports heatrow etc.

I was with my british spouse so we directly went to UK and EU passport holders counters and the rest of the story is as i explained.

by the way normally if you travel on a foreign passport as a british citizen
you should have the right of abode sticker in your passport but nobody asked me why i dont have it.
Now here i am in the UK and applied for my british passport .
when i get it , i will not need my other nationality passport.
I hope this helps
Best Regards

Hi I can confirm that they DO have those fingerprint scanners at heathrow termonal 4...so probably they have at all the terminals.

Passport application:First Adult Passport (After Naturalization)
Method of application: PO Check and Send (Coventry)
Date of application: 17/06/2013
Date application acknowledged by IPS : 21/06/2013
Date of receipt of interview letter: 28/06/2013
Date of return of documents:01/07/2013
Date of passport appointment:03/07/2013 (Birmingham)
Date of passport receipt:05/07/2013

This Forum has been the most usefull tool in my journey to Citizenship. Many Many thanks for everyone who take time out for this forum.

You guys rock!!

Passport application:First Adult Passport (After Naturalization)
Method of application: PO Check and Send
Date of application: 17/06/2013
Date application acknowledged by IPS : 24/06/2013 (SMS)
Date of receipt of interview letter: 02/07/2013 (dated 29/06/2013)
Date of return of documents:Waiting
Date of passport appointment:03/07/2013 (Luton)
Date of passport receipt:05/07/2013

A big thank you to all the wonderful people associated with this forum

Regards
Nathan

Timeline:
Passport application:First Adult Passport (After Naturalization)
Method of application: Postal
Date of application: 05/07/2013
Date of fee collection: Credit Card details provided
Date application acknowledged by IPS :
Date of receipt of interview letter:
Date of return of documents:
Date of passport interview appointment:
Date of passport receipt: