Can You Get an Urgent Passport If Yours Has Just Expired? (2025 Guide)

Realising your passport has expired right before you need to travel is stressful — but the good news is that you can still apply for an urgent renewal. In this 2025 guide, we’ll explain exactly how the process works, what services are available, and how quickly you can get a new passport if your old one has just expired.

Can Expired Passports Use Urgent Services?

Yes. Both the 1-Day Premium Service (for adult renewals only) and the 1-Week Fast Track Service (for adults and children) allow you to renew an expired passport. As long as you still have your old passport to hand — even if it’s expired — you are eligible to use the urgent services.

What Documents Do You Need?

For an expired passport renewal through urgent services, you will need:

• Your expired passport
• Two compliant passport photos
• A completed passport application form (paper form for Fast Track, online for Premium)
• Supporting documents if required (e.g. name change, child applications)
• Payment for HMPO fees

How Long After Expiry Can You Renew?

In most cases, you can renew a UK passport up to 10 years after expiry (5 years for children). If it has only just expired, there is no penalty — you can book an urgent service immediately. However, the passport must not be lost, stolen, or damaged; in those cases, different rules apply.

Which Urgent Service Should You Choose?

• 1-Day Premium: Best for adults who need a passport immediately. Appointment booked, passport printed 4 hours later.
• 1-Week Fast Track: Suitable for adults and children. Appointment booked, passport delivered to your home within 7 days.

Tips for a Smooth Expired Passport Renewal

• Check your old passport: Even if expired, it must be in good condition and not reported lost or stolen.
• Use a digital photo service: To reduce the chance of rejection at HMPO.
• Book quickly: Appointments fill up fast, especially during peak travel times.

Final Thoughts

If your passport has just expired, don’t panic. You can still use urgent passport services in the UK as long as you have the expired passport in hand. Whether you choose the Premium or Fast Track service, you can have your new passport ready within days.

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