British Passport application processing timelines (only)

[Zainy]

Method of Application: Post Office check & send
Date of Application: 24/04/2014
Application for: Myself
Date of SMS Received:28/04/2014
Date of Receipt of Interview Letter:
Date of Return of Documents:
Date of Interview booked:
Date of Passports Issued:

[NOG]

I think it is true that people at the post office simply do not know the check and send procedure occasionally - I was told that I cannot apply for the Jumbo passport on a first adult passport application - Is this the case?

Absolutely rubbish. yes you can!

That is what I tried to convey to the person and was adamant that the Jumbo passport option is selected. The person told me that I will have to wait and see what happens.

[saayinla]

I think it is true that people at the post office simply do not know the check and send procedure occasionally - I was told that I cannot apply for the Jumbo passport on a first adult passport application - Is this the case?

Absolutely rubbish. yes you can!

[NOG]

Hi
Just want to check about Biometric card?
Do we need to send our ILR Biometric card with our non UK passport while applying for British Passport?

Thanks

No you don't. You are a British citizen now.

I did use the Check and Send service at Uxbridge Post Office and guess what ? Lady at the post office insisted that I have to send my ILR BRP card or she won't accept my application... I know this sounds crazy but I explained her that there is no point of me sending the BRP card as I am sending my ORIGINAL Naturalization certificate. Since this discussion was getting into an argument, I sent my ILR BRP card.

Problem with the Check and Send service is that the people checking your application doesn't know much and just think as though they are working for HMPO. I know it's mental. Just absolutely MENTAL!!!

I think it is true that people at the post office simply do not know the check and send procedure occasionally - I was told that I cannot apply for the Jumbo passport on a first adult passport application - Is this the case?

[saayinla]

Can anyone offer advice on this, its been 6 weeks since I applied now and I had my interview on the 12th April and was advised the password will be with me in 10 days. Its been 10 days and I have called the 0300 numbers and they are unable to help me because I do not have the application number printed on the form. (I forgot to take a note of the number) anyone can offer any information that might help?

[trigger]

Updated passport application timeline below:

• Passport for: Adult
  Application Type: New
  Method of application: Check & Send
  
  Date of application: 22/04/2014
  Date of receipt by IPS: 28/04/2014 (SMS received)
  Date of return of documents: -
  Date of receipt of interview letter: -
  Date of passport appointment: -
  Date of passport receipt: -

[kahn]

Application Timeline
Passport for: Adult
Application Type: New (Naturalised)
Method of application: Check and Send Service
Date of application: 28/03/2014
Date sms received : 02/04/2014
Date of return of documents:26/04/2014
Date of receipt of interview letter:22/04/2014
Date of Passport Appointment:02/05/2014
Date of Passport Receipt:

[kahn]

I did use the Check and Send service at Uxbridge Post Office and guess what ? Lady at the post office insisted that I have to send my ILR BRP card or she won't accept my application... I know this sounds crazy but I explained her that there is no point of me sending the BRP card as I am sending my ORIGINAL Naturalization certificate. Since this discussion was getting into an argument, I sent my ILR BRP card.

Problem with the Check and Send service is that the people checking your application doesn't know much and just think as though they are working for HMPO. I know it's mental. Just absolutely MENTAL!!!

I would have shown guide page with documents required without arguing. And if even this would not have worked out, I'd just leave for another post office.

I suggest to all of you having faced ILR Card issue to make formal complaint against the post office Ltd staff concerned. Post office Ltd must not keep sub standard employees,it affects the standard of service we pay for.

[dadageer]

Hi,

Does any body has a letter from HMPO who applied in the month of april 2014 ? I have applied on 02 April just after naturalisation with my family but nothing comes up yet little worried because I have booked travel in half term holidays.

I applied same date as you...2nd April...no letter as of yet! Hang in there...

OK maybe I spoke too soon..I didn't check my letter box for two days so just checked now and found HMPO interview letter dated 24-04-14. I will book an interview tomorrow morning.

New Timeline:



Passport for: Adult
Application Type: New, first adult passport
Method of application: Special Delivery (Self)
Date of application: 02.04.2014
Date application received by IPS: 8AM 03.04.2014 (Royal Mail Proof)
Date SMS Received: 04.04.2014
Date of deduction of fees: 07-04-2014
Date of return of documents: Pending
Date of receipt of interview letter: 26-04-14
Date of Passport Appointment: Pending
Date of Passport Receipt: Pending

[man4uni]

I would have shown guide page with documents required without arguing. And if even this would not have worked out, I'd just leave for another post office.

I wish I had time and guide with me to show the reference . Anyways IMHO, I don't see any point holding my ILR BRP card when sending my original passport

[dadageer]

Hi,

Does any body has a letter from HMPO who applied in the month of april 2014 ? I have applied on 02 April just after naturalisation with my family but nothing comes up yet little worried because I have booked travel in half term holidays.

I applied same date as you...2nd April...no letter as of yet! Hang in there...

[Haidi5]

So looking at few posts, if going through post office service, we will have to provide the with Biomatric card. Though I think it is not required by IPS but due to lack of knowledge for the staff handling passport service in post office is the main reason.

[Zeeshan123]

I had to submit my ILR card too . I been to hammersmith post office and he said he wont accept my application without it and then i went to shephard bush one and he said the same thing too so then i gave it to him and to be honest i don't really need it now . Just wanted to share .

[humanvoid]

I did use the Check and Send service at Uxbridge Post Office and guess what ? Lady at the post office insisted that I have to send my ILR BRP card or she won't accept my application... I know this sounds crazy but I explained her that there is no point of me sending the BRP card as I am sending my ORIGINAL Naturalization certificate. Since this discussion was getting into an argument, I sent my ILR BRP card.

Problem with the Check and Send service is that the people checking your application doesn't know much and just think as though they are working for HMPO. I know it's mental. Just absolutely MENTAL!!!

I would have shown guide page with documents required without arguing. And if even this would not have worked out, I'd just leave for another post office.

[man4uni]

Hi
Just want to check about Biometric card?
Do we need to send our ILR Biometric card with our non UK passport while applying for British Passport?

Thanks

No you don't. You are a British citizen now.

I did use the Check and Send service at Uxbridge Post Office and guess what ? Lady at the post office insisted that I have to send my ILR BRP card or she won't accept my application... I know this sounds crazy but I explained her that there is no point of me sending the BRP card as I am sending my ORIGINAL Naturalization certificate. Since this discussion was getting into an argument, I sent my ILR BRP card.

Problem with the Check and Send service is that the people checking your application doesn't know much and just think as though they are working for HMPO. I know it's mental. Just absolutely MENTAL!!!

[man4uni]

Hi
Just want to check about Biometric card?
Do we need to send our ILR Biometric card with our non UK passport while applying for British Passport?

Thanks

No you don't. You are a British citizen now.

I did use the Check and Send service at Uxbridge Post Office and guess what ? Lady at the post office insisted that I have to send my ILR BRP card or she won't accept my application... I know this sounds crazy but I explained her that there is no point of me sending the BRP card as I am sending my ORIGINAL Naturalization certificate. Since this discussion was getting into an argument, I sent my ILR BRP card.

Problem with the Check and Send service is that the people checking your application doesn't know much and just think as though they are working for HMPO. I know it's mental. Just absolutely MENTAL!!!

[milan69]

1. Your current passport
2. Certificate of naturalization
3. Filled form
4. Signed photograph by a referee

I suggest you use Post Office Check & Send.

[Haidi5]

No you don't. You are a British citizen now.

Thanks for reply.
So I just need to send current non UK passport?

[milan69]

No you don't. You are a British citizen now.

[Haidi5]

Hi
Just want to check about Biometric card?
Do we need to send our ILR Biometric card with our non UK passport while applying for British Passport?

Thanks

[humanvoid]

By the way do you know when they had recived your application? mine was on 07 April they sent the text.

I have received text on 8th, so similar timelines, good luck.

[A A Butt]

By the way do you know when they had recived your application? mine was on 07 April they sent the text.

[A A Butt]

Thanks for your reply its a good news and Best of luck

[humanvoid]

Hi,

Does any body has a letter from HMPO who applied in the month of april 2014 ? I have applied on 02 April just after naturalisation with my family but nothing comes up yet little worried because I have booked travel in half term holidays.

Hi,

I have just received an interview letter today having applied on 3rd of April, so I presume it should be with you shortly.

[A A Butt]

Hi,

Does any body has a letter from HMPO who applied in the month of april 2014 ? I have applied on 02 April just after naturalisation with my family but nothing comes up yet little worried because I have booked travel in half term holidays.