Identity evidence
If you have a valid UK passport
You can confirm your identity by giving us your valid UK passport details when you apply. You do not need to send us your original passport.
You can also send us a UK passport details form:
If you do not have a valid UK passport
If you’re a UK national you can send us a copy of your UK birth or adoption certificate.
If you’re from outside the UK, you can give us details from your valid identity document when you apply. You can give us details from one of the following:
- Passport
- National identity card
- Biometric residence card
- Biometric residence permit
If you’re an Irish citizen, you need to send your original valid UK, ROI or EU passport.
You should allow for 8 weeks before we return your documents when booking travel during this period. We cannot guarantee that these will be returned earlier. If you’ve booked travel and are travelling during this time, do not send your passport or ID card. Send your documents after you return.