Introducing the new uk passport

Guidance INTRODUCING THE NEW UK PASSPORT This document explains the changes to the UK passport, which was introduced in October 2010. Get emails about this page DOCUMENTS INTRODUCING THE NEW

UK PASSPORT (PDF FILE - 338KB) PDF, 331 KB, 4 pages This file may not be suitable for users of assistive technology. Request an accessible format. If you use assistive technology (such as a

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you say what assistive technology you use. DETAILS It covers the new security features (chip, watermark, biographical page and secondary image) and new design theme. The Identity and

Passport Service (IPS) is committed to maintaining the integrity and security of the passport, so that UK nationals have a modern and secure document when they travel. We update our passport

at regular intervals to keep pace with the latest security developments. This ensures that the security of the UK passport is continually improved to combat fraud. In October 2010, we will

be phasing in a new version of the passport, featuring a new design and improved security features to ensure that the UK passport remains a highly secure and trusted document meeting

rigorous international standards. Some customers will get the current passport during this time of transition and any existing passports will remain valid until their date of expiry. It is

usual for valid passports with different designs to be in circulation at any one time. UPDATES TO THIS PAGE Published 9 February 2011 SIGN UP FOR EMAILS OR PRINT THIS PAGE Get emails about

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