British Passport Renewal UAE
UAE is a nation of many colors as considered by many. One of the largest representations of westerners in the UAE is the British with over 120,000 British citizens living in the country as UAE residence visa holders. Many British families have lived in the UAE for generations due to the quality of life and availability of English culture around the Emirates.
From English curriculums and the increasing number of UK higher institutions to a large number of UK companies registered in UAE Mainland and UAE free zones - the country offers lots of facilities that make it a second home for the majority of the British residing in the UAE.
Where to renew British passports in the UAE
You may have wondered where one can actually renew a British passport in Dubai and probably other Emirates. You can apply for it online through the government portal of the United Kingdom in the UAE
There is an online passport application portal that makes passport renewal seamless once all details have been uploaded there. For expatriates considering business setup in Dubai or long-term residency, keeping travel documents up to date is essential to ensure smooth mobility and legal compliance.
The process may take just a few minutes to complete. The online application costs 86. This does not include the standard courier delivery charges.
British Passport renewal online in the UAE
To complete the online applications, follow below steps:
Step 1 - get passport photograph in advance
It is very important to ensure that you have a digital passport photograph that meets all the specifications. Using the online system to renew your British passport, you can take your digital passport photographs by generating a photo code on photoshop or booth and entering the code to format your photo. You can also visit a photo studio and have it emailed to you. All the guidelines about photo specifications are outlined on the UK website for passport photo filters.
Step 2 - fill up online application for renewing the British passport
Click here to visit the online portal of the UK government.
You will be required to select the country of application and enter details such as:
- Personal details
- Old passport details
- Contact
- Home address
You should select the United Arab Emirates from the list of countries. If you are applying on the behalf of another person, be sure to enter that person’s details accordingly
Step 3 - pay
The portal accepts both credit and debit card payments. Once the payment is completed, you will be able to sign the declaration form and send the application to the Embassy.
| Service type | Amount in GBP |
|---|---|
| New passport–adults | 86 GBP |
| New passport–children | 56 GBP |
| Courier fee | 19.86 GBP |
Important notes
When you are renewing your British passport overseas, you will be required to send the old passport to the Embassy to cancel it unless it was stolen or lost. In such a case, you will be required to make a police report regarding the lost document.
Step 4 - track your application
You can track your British passport renewal application online using the tracking portal: https://www.passport.service.gov.uk/track/reference
You can also opt for receiving SMS updates or emails.
Step 5 - receive your renewed passport
The portal will notify you once your new passport is issued. You can receive your passport by courier.
You should delete and then re-upload your UAE pass application. Choose the option “I have an account” and verify your mobile number and email through OTP. After that, set a new PIN number.
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