text message from HMPO

Do you always have interview when applying for first passport? got text message saying as per below but never had interview invitation letter.

Her Majesty's Passport Office: Thanks for applying. Unless we contact you, we'll deliver your passport by 29-Dec or 5-Jan if it's your 1st passport.

For passports via JCAP there is no interview required.
I applied straight after approval, didn't get an SMS but attended interview, but still just 7 days.

it was not JCAP. Ive applied through the Post Office myself. That's why a bit surprised (??)

I applied on-line maybe that made a difference - or it's just random.

well, I have applied just after my ceremony and used Check & Send at my local Post Office. As far as I know unless you apply through JCAP scheme you dont need to have your interview. And text I received people receive after their interview. Had no interview and letter.....

anyone???..sorry...

arturpl wrote:well, I have applied just after my ceremony and used Check & Send at my local Post Office. As far as I know unless you apply through JCAP scheme you dont need to have your interview. And text I received people receive after their interview. Had no interview and letter.....

You may get a call asking you to attend an interview. Unless you apply through JCAP you should expect to be interviewed.

Only time will tell.