Acceptable personal identification documents include: Passports of non-EU nationals, containing UK stamps, a visa or a UK residence permit showing the immigration status of the holder in the UK. A current UK or European photo-card driving licence. UK full or provisional photo-card driving licence.
What can I use if I don’t have a passport?
Primary ID (submit one)
- Valid or expired, undamaged U.S. passport book or passport card.
- In-state, fully-valid driver’s license or enhanced driver’s license with photo.
- Certificate of Naturalization.
- Certificate of Citizenship.
- Government employee ID (city, county, state, or federal)
- U.S. military or military dependent ID.
Can you travel without passport in UK?
Visiting the UK
From 1 October 2021 you need a valid passport to travel to the United Kingdom (UK). The UK is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
What ID can I use if I don’t have a passport or driving licence UK for a job?
You can use a UK birth, adoption or naturalisation certificate, but you must send it with one of the following: National Insurance card, or a letter from the Department for Work and Pensions or HM Revenue and Customs showing your National Insurance number – find your National Insurance number if you’ve lost it.
Can you use driving license instead of passport?
A passport is required for international travel. For domestic travel, just your national ID or driver’s licence will do.
How do I prove my identity without a passport?
Acceptable personal identification documents include:
A current UK or European photo-card driving licence. UK full or provisional photo-card driving licence. A national ID card and/or other valid documentation relating to immigration status and permission of work.
What happens if my passport doesn’t come in time UK?
If your passport doesn’t arrive in time
Speak to your travel provider(s) to see if there’s anything they can do. They might not be able to provide a refund, but you might be able to change the dates of your trip or offer credit vouchers to rebook.
Can you get a temporary UK passport?
You can apply for an emergency travel document (sometimes called an ’emergency passport’) if you’re abroad, need to travel and cannot get a passport in time. If you’re in the UK you should apply for a passport urgently.
Can you get a passport same day UK?
The earliest you can get an appointment is 2 days from when you apply. You’ll get your new passport at your appointment. Appointments can last up to 30 minutes. It costs £177 (or £187 for a 50 page frequent traveller passport).
How fast can I get a passport UK?
Your new passport is delivered to your home within 1 week of your appointment. Someone might need to be in to sign for it. You can use this service to: renew an adult or child passport.
Can I travel to UK only with ID card?
Travelling with a national identity card
You cannot use a national identity card from an EU country, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein to enter the UK unless you: have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, or Jersey, Guernsey or the Isle of Man’s settlement schemes.
What forms of ID are accepted in the UK?
The acceptable forms of ID listed here are: Valid passport. A photo driving licence. A proof of age card such as the PASS card from the national Proof of Age Standards Scheme.
Can you come to UK with ID card?
As of 2026, the UK will no longer accept ID cards (as an entry document) that do not comply with applicable international standards related to biometric identification.
Can I use my driver’s license to fly UK?
If you are flying solely within the UK, including Northern Ireland, you do not need a passport but we advise that you carry photographic identification with you when travelling, such as your passport or driving licence.
Can you travel to Europe with just a driving licence?
Schengen EU countries have the possibility of adopting national rules obliging you to hold or carry papers and documents when you are present on their territory. Driving licences, post, bank or tax cards are not accepted as valid travel documents or proof of identity.
Is birth certificate a valid ID?
Yes. Sometimes a birth certificate or marriage certificate from your local civil registrar is required if the prints on your PSA certificate are not legible.
How do I prove I am British without a passport?
Anyone who does not hold a British passport can apply for a Confirmation of British Nationality Status certificate from UK Visas and Immigration at: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/application-for-confirmation-of-british- nationality-status-form-ns.
Can I use my driving licence photo to renew my passport UK?
The same photo you used to apply for your driver’s licence can be used to apply for your passport provided it’s not more than 6months when it was taken. Order UK driver’s licence photo online.
Is a picture of your ID valid UK?
There is no law which says that they cannot accept a photocopy. If you carry a photocopy, it would have to be of good quality, with all the details on the ID page clearly visible. The photo would have to not be blurred, so that it is possible to identify the person in the photo as the same person who is at the bar.
Can I travel while waiting for my British passport?
You can travel outside the UK if you’ve applied for British citizenship. You should make sure you can get emails and letters about your application while you’re away.
How long are UK passports taking to come back?
10 weeks
Allow up to 10 weeks to receive your passport.