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Same-Day UK Passport: Premium Service Costs £239.50 in 2026

Q: How much does the premium same-day passport service cost?

The premium same-day passport service costs £239.50 for adults (from 8 April 2026). It is only for renewing an adult passport, so it cannot be used for a child passport. You must attend an in-person appointment at one of 7 UK passport offices, and collect your passport within approximately 4 hours of the appointment.

Q: How quickly can I get a same-day passport?

After your passport office appointment, your passport is typically ready within 4 hours for collection at the same office. The earliest appointment is 2 days after you apply. So in practice: apply today, attend 2 days later at the earliest, and collect 4 hours after the appointment.

Q: Is the premium same-day service available for children?

No. gov.uk says the premium service can only be used to renew an adult passport (adult passports are for ages 16 and over). For children who need a passport urgently, fast track (£156.50, approximately 1 week) is the quickest available option.

Q: What happens if premium appointments are all booked?

Check all 7 passport office locations: HM Passport Office does not publish waiting times by office. If all premium slots are unavailable, consider whether fast track (approximately 1 week, £192) meets your need, or whether you can postpone travel. The HMPO helpline (0300 222 0000) can advise on exceptional circumstances.

Collect your passport within 4 hours of your appointment. Adults only. Very limited slots. Updated 25 October 2026.

Adult renewal

£239.50

Children

Not available

Collection

4 hours after appt

How Premium Same-Day Works

Apply online at gov.uk

Use the urgent passport service at gov.uk/get-a-passport-urgently. It checks you are eligible for premium, then you book, apply and pay in one journey. You need your old passport, a digital photo and a card.

Book a passport office appointment

The earliest appointment is 2 days after you apply, and you can book up to 3 weeks ahead. HM Passport Office does not publish waiting times by office. The booking step shows live appointment slots at all 7 offices, and you can choose any of them.

Attend your appointment with all documents

Bring your PEX reference and your old passport, which you hand in at the appointment, plus any documents the online service told you to bring. No printed photos: the urgent service takes a digital photo when you apply online.

Wait at or near the passport office

After your appointment, processing takes approximately 4 hours. You collect your passport from the same office the same day.

Key Limitations - Read Before Booking

Adult renewals only - Premium cannot be used for a child passport or a first passport. Children needing fast turnaround must use fast track (£156.50, ~1 week).
Check every office - HM Passport Office does not publish waiting times by office. The booking step shows live appointment slots at all 7 offices, and you can choose any of them.
Documents must be complete - If your paperwork is incomplete at the appointment, you will not receive a passport that day. The £239.50 fee is charged regardless.
Earliest appointment is 2 days away - You cannot get a same-day appointment on the day of submitting your application.
In-person collection only - Premium passports are collected at the passport office, not delivered by courier.

What to Bring to Your Appointment

Your PEX application reference (in your confirmation email and appointment texts)
Your old passport: you hand it in at the appointment
Any documents the online service told you to bring, such as a marriage certificate or deed poll
No printed photos: the urgent service takes a digital photo when you apply online
Nothing to pay on the day: you pay online when you apply

Premium vs Fast Track - Which Should You Use?

	Fast Track	Premium Same-Day
Cost (adult)	£192	£239.50
Processing	~1 week	Same day (4 hours)
Who can use	Adults + children	Adult renewals only
Appointment needed	Yes	Yes
Collection method	Delivered by courier	Collect at passport office
Best for	Travelling in 2-8 weeks	Travelling in 1-2 days

What to Do If Premium Is Fully Booked

1. Check all 7 passport offices: HM Passport Office does not publish waiting times by office, and you can book any of them.

2. Consider whether fast track (approximately 1 week) meets your need - some flexible travel plans can accommodate this.

3. Check if your travel can be postponed or rebooked with your airline or tour operator.

4. Call the HMPO helpline on 0300 222 0000 for advice on exceptional circumstances.

Premium Same-Day FAQs

How much does the premium same-day passport service cost?

£239.50 for adults from 8 April 2026. Only for renewing an adult passport. You pay online when you apply. Cancelling for a refund inside 48 hours costs a £34.50 admin fee, and a missed appointment is not refunded.

How quickly can I get a same-day passport?

In practice: apply online today, attend an appointment 2 days later at the earliest, and collect 4 hours after it. You cannot walk in without an appointment. Slots are very limited during peak travel season.

Is the premium same-day service available for children?

No. Premium is only for renewing an adult passport (16 and over). Children who need a passport urgently must use fast track (£156.50, approximately 1 week) as the fastest available option.

What happens if premium appointments are all booked?

Check all 7 UK passport offices: HM Passport Office does not publish waiting times by office. If none are available and travel is unavoidable, contact the HMPO helpline on 0300 222 0000. Consider whether fast track (£192, ~1 week) can work if you have slightly more time.

More time available?

Fast Track Passport

£192. Approximately 1 week. Adults + children.

Find an appointment

UK Passport Offices

Addresses, opening hours, and transport links for all 7 offices.