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UK Passport Office Locations 2026: 7 Offices for Fast Track and Premium

Standard online applications do not require a visit. Only fast track and premium applicants need an in-person appointment at one of these 7 offices.

Where are the UK passport offices?

There are 7 HM Passport Office locations in the UK, all for fast-track and premium same-day appointments only (standard applications need no visit):

  1. London - Warehouse K, Western Gateway, E16 1DR (Royal Docks)
  2. Liverpool - 101 Old Hall Street, L3 9BP
  3. Durham - Freemans Reach, Riverside Place, DH1 1SL
  4. Peterborough - Quay House, 2 East Station Road, PE2 8YY
  5. Newport - Nexus House, Mission Court, NP20 2DW
  6. Glasgow - 3 Northgate, Cowcaddens, G4 0BT
  7. Belfast - Law Society House, Victoria Street, BT1 3GN

Addresses and hours below verified against gov.uk/book-a-passport-appointment, June 2026. There is no passport office in Edinburgh, Cardiff, Manchester, or Birmingham.

Do you need to visit a passport office?

Only if you are using fast track (~1 week, £192) or premium same-day (£239.50, adults only). Standard online applications are processed without any visit - apply online, receive by post.

Booking Tips

  • Submit your online application first, then book an appointment using your PEX reference number
  • Book at gov.uk/book-a-passport-appointment
  • Check all 7 offices if your nearest is fully booked - availability varies significantly
  • London fills up fastest (March-August): Durham and Newport typically have the shortest waits
  • Cancellations are free with 48+ hours notice

All 7 UK Passport Office Locations

1

London (Royal Docks)

Fast track + Premium

Address

Warehouse K, 2 Western Gateway, London E16 1DR

Transport

Custom House station (Elizabeth line and DLR) or Royal Victoria (DLR), in the Royal Docks by ExCeL.

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 8am-5:45pm; Saturday 8am-3:45pm (fast track only)

Availability note

Busiest office in the UK. Books up fastest March-August. Moved here from Globe House, Victoria in March 2023. Try other offices if London is full.

2

Belfast

Fast track + Premium

Address

Law Society House, 90-106 Victoria Street, Belfast BT1 3GN

Transport

Central Belfast on Victoria Street, near Lanyon Place station and the Victoria Square centre.

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm

Availability note

Serves Northern Ireland. Good availability outside of peak season.

3

Durham

Fast track + Premium

Address

Freemans Reach, Riverside Place, Durham DH1 1SL

Transport

About 10 min walk from Durham railway station, on the riverside by the Wear.

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30am-5pm

Availability note

Historically shortest waits of all 7 offices. Good alternative if London or Liverpool are full.

4

Glasgow

Fast track + Premium

Address

3 Northgate, 96 Milton Street, Cowcaddens, Glasgow G4 0BT

Transport

Near central Glasgow. Short journey from Queen Street and Central stations.

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 8:15am-5pm

Availability note

Serves Scotland. Good availability year-round outside summer peak.

5

Liverpool

Fast track + Premium

Address

101 Old Hall Street, Liverpool L3 9BP

Transport

Central Liverpool. Near Moorfields Merseyrail station.

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm; Saturday 8:20am-3pm (fast track only)

Availability note

Second busiest office. Can book up fast in peak season - check Durham or Newport if full.

6

Newport

Fast track + Premium

Address

Nexus House, Mission Court, Newport NP20 2DW

Transport

Short walk from Newport railway station (London Paddington line).

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 8am-5:30pm

Availability note

Historically shortest waits alongside Durham. Excellent alternative to London or Liverpool.

7

Peterborough

Fast track + Premium

Address

Quay House, 2 East Station Road, Peterborough PE2 8YY

Transport

Beside Peterborough railway station on East Station Road (regular services to London Kings Cross).

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 8am-5:15pm

Availability note

Good availability. Convenient for East Midlands and East of England applicants.

What to Bring to Your Appointment

  • Completed online application and PEX reference number (shown on screen after applying)
  • Current passport (or explanation if lost/stolen)
  • Two identical passport photos taken within the past month
  • Proof of travel booking (flight, Eurostar, or ferry confirmation showing your name and date)
  • Supporting documents if name has changed (marriage certificate, deed poll, etc.)

If your documents are incomplete at the appointment, you may not receive your passport. The fee is non-refundable if you miss the appointment without adequate notice.

Passport Office FAQs

Where are the UK passport offices?
There are 7 HM Passport Office locations in the UK: London (Royal Docks, E16 1DR), Liverpool (L3 9BP), Durham (DH1 1SL), Peterborough (PE2 8YY), Newport (NP20 2DW), Glasgow (G4 0BT) and Belfast (BT1 3GN). They handle fast-track and premium same-day appointments only; standard online applications need no visit.
Is there a passport office in Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh or Cardiff?
No. There is no HM Passport Office in Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh or Cardiff. The nearest office for Scotland is Glasgow, for Northern Ireland is Belfast, for Wales is Newport, and for the Midlands and East of England is Peterborough. Only these 7 offices offer in-person fast-track and premium appointments.
Do I need to visit a passport office to renew my passport?
Only if you use fast track (about 1 week, £192) or premium same-day (£239.50, adults only). Standard online applications are processed without any visit: you apply online and receive the passport by post, usually within 3 weeks.
How do I book a passport office appointment?
Submit your online application first, then book an appointment using your PEX reference number at gov.uk/book-a-passport-appointment. If your nearest office is fully booked, check all 7 offices because availability varies significantly. Cancellations are free with 48 or more hours notice.
Which UK passport office has the shortest waiting times?
Durham and Newport have historically had the shortest waits of the 7 offices. London (Royal Docks) is the busiest and books up fastest between March and August, with Liverpool the second busiest. If London or Liverpool are full, Durham and Newport are usually the best alternatives.
~1 week
Fast Track Passport Guide
£192 adult. Book appointment at any of these offices.
Same day
Premium Same-Day Guide
£239.50. Collect within 4 hours. Adults only.

Updated 2026-06-09