The UK Passport Overseas Helpline assists British citizens living abroad with passport applications, renewals, and emergency travel documents. British expats often need to contact this service for urgent passport queries.
Dial 0300 222 0000 (within United Kingdom)
011 44 300 222 0000
00 44 300 222 0000
011 44 300 222 0000
0011 44 300 222 0000
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Call early in the morning when lines open for shortest wait times
Have your account number or reference number ready before calling
Avoid calling on Mondays and the day after holidays — these are the busiest
Check gov.uk/overseas-passports first — many questions can be resolved online without calling
Tuesday–Thursday, early morning United Kingdom time
UK Passport Overseas Helpline website: gov.uk/overseas-passports
UK Passport Overseas Helpline mobile app or online portal for account management
Email or online contact form via gov.uk/overseas-passports
Yes. From abroad, call +44 300 222 0000. The domestic number (0300 222 0000) only works within United Kingdom. International calling rates apply.
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Yes. PhoneTheWorld lets you call any United Kingdom number from your browser — no app or SIM card needed. Just enter +44 300 222 0000 and click call. No app required, pay-as-you-go, credits never expire.
Have your identification number (Social Security Number, National Insurance Number, etc.), date of birth, and any relevant reference or case numbers. The representative will verify your identity before discussing your case.
The best time to call is Tuesday through Thursday during early morning hours United Kingdom time. Avoid Mondays and the day after holidays, as these have the longest wait times. If calling from Asia or Americas, morning UK time may be afternoon or evening your local time.
Yes. gov.uk/overseas-passports offers online services and information. Many government services are available online through their official website.
India
The Indian Passport Office (CPV Division) handles passport services for Indian citizens. Indian expats often need to contact the passport office for passport renewal, re-issue, and queries while living overseas.
Canada
The Canadian Passport Program handles passport services for Canadian citizens. Canadian expats often need to contact Service Canada for passport renewal, replacement, and emergency travel document queries while living abroad.
Australia
The Australian Passport Office handles passport services for Australian citizens. Australian expats often need to contact the Passport Office for passport renewal, replacement, and emergency travel document queries while living overseas.
United States
The US Passport Agency assists US citizens with passport services. US expats often need to contact the NPIC for passport renewal, replacement, emergency passports, and international passport queries while living abroad.