Can Someone Else Collect My Passport for Me in the UK?

Sometimes it’s not practical to attend a passport appointment or wait at a Passport Office for collection yourself. If you’re wondering whether someone else can collect your passport for you in the UK, here’s what you need to know.

When Collection by Someone Else Is Allowed

Yes — in certain cases, you can authorise another person to collect your passport on your behalf. This is particularly useful if:

• You can’t attend due to work or travel commitments
• You need someone else to manage the collection process urgently
• You’re using a professional concierge service like NextDay Passport

What’s Required for Someone Else to Collect

HM Passport Office will only release your passport to another person if the following are provided:

• A signed consent letter from you, authorising the named person to collect on your behalf
• Photo ID of the person collecting
• Proof of your identity (such as a copy of your own ID or old passport)
• Sometimes, extra verification if there are concerns over security

Using NextDay Passport to Collect

Our service is built for situations just like this. With your written consent, we can attend the appointment and collect your passport for you. This saves you the time and stress of travelling to the Passport Office and waiting for up to four hours while the passport is printed.

• We attend the appointment on your behalf
• We wait at the Passport Office until the passport is ready
• We either hand-deliver it to you the same day or arrange secure courier delivery

Message us on WhatsApp: 07443 165140 or visit nextdaypassport.co.uk to book today.

Key Points to Remember

• Someone else can collect your passport, but only with your signed authorisation
• ID is required for both you and the person collecting
• Professional services can manage the full process to save you time

FAQs

Can a family member collect it for me?
Yes, as long as you provide a signed consent letter and they bring valid photo ID.

Can my passport be posted instead?
Yes — for most Fast Track child and adult applications, the passport is posted by secure courier. However, Premium (same-day) services require collection in person.

Do I need to attend at all?
Not if you authorise someone else or use our concierge service. With consent, we handle the full appointment and collection.

Need urgent help? Chat with us today on WhatsApp: 07443 165140 or visit nextdaypassport.co.uk. We’ll make sure your passport is collected securely and delivered to you without the stress.