Guidance

Old blue (hardback style) passports: caseworker guidance

This document tells HM Passport Office staff how to process a passport application to renew or replace an old blue passport.

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Old blue (hardback style) passports

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Old blue passports were last issued in 1992. This guidance tells staff how to process applications to renew or replace these, including what evidence the customer must provide.

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Published 8 February 2024

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