How to Apply for a UK Passport for the First Time While Abroad
You’re abroad, trying to apply for a passport for the first time, and the process feels heavier than it should. Maybe you’ve just become a UK citizen, or you’re gathering documents for a child who won’t remember any of this. The gov.uk pages help, but they scatter the answers you actually need. A first-time application from overseas asks for more: specific documents, a countersignatory who meets strict rules, and patience for slow processing. Many people stumble over tiny details that cost them weeks. Still, once you understand what really matters, the whole thing opens up. That’s what this guide is here for. Not a polished checklist, but a way to cut through the fog so you can move forward without second-guessing every line on the form. Why Applying From Abroad Feels Confusing The moment you start your British passport application from overseas, something feels off. Information scatters across embassy websites and forums where people share conflicting experiences. Lim...