British citizens live in many countries and there is a large UK expat population in Canada. Currently, there are over 600,000 British expats living in Canada and this number is set to increase over the next few years.

As a country, Canada offers British expats a fantastic new country to call home with friendly and welcoming locals. As the largest country in the northern hemisphere and the second largest country in the world (only Russia is bigger), Canada has plenty of wide open spaces, exquisite natural surroundings and spectacular scenery.

Many immigration experts recommend Canada as the first option when looking to move away from the United Kingdom. Over the past few decades, Canada has proven to be a great place to resettle, find a well-paying job and enjoy your free time.

When it comes to quality of life, Canada is considered to be the second-best country in the world (falling closely behind Germany).

If you would like to enjoy a larger house, snowy winters and hot summers, Canada may be the best option for you. Not only will you still be able to retain your UK citizenship but you could also eventually obtain Canadian citizenship, giving you the best of both worlds.

If you are currently living in Canada and need to renew or apply for your first British passport, U.K.ABROAD can assist you with the entire process.

Renewing your UK passport from Canada

UK passport renewals and first-time applications are now processed online and then handled by Her Majesty’s Passport Office.

You can apply for a British passport renewal from anywhere in the world but it is important to note that your forms must be completed accurately and fully, otherwise it will be rejected. In addition, your photos must also adhere to HM Passport Office’s requirements.

To save you time, money and stress, U.K.ABROAD can handle this for you so that you have your new passport as soon as possible.

I currently live in Canada: how can I renew my British passport?

Over the past few years, Her Majesty’s Passport Office has changed the way in which it processes passport applications and renewals. New applications are now done entirely online and there is therefore no longer a need to complete physical forms.

The good news is that this can be done from the comfort of your own home by completing the online application forms. You will also need to submit passport photos according to Her Majesty’s Passport Office’s standards.

Contact U.K.ABROAD ([email protected]) if you would like us to handle your passport application or renewal process for you at a reasonable cost.

How many weeks does it take to renew a UK passport from Canada?

Currently, passport applications and renewals are taking longer than normal due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

In normal times, it can take between 3 and 4 weeks to receive your new passport but you should now expect a few more weeks due to COVID-19.

This can vary, though, as it all depends on how busy Her Majesty’s Passport Office is at any given time.

As a general rule of thumb, if you need to travel, you should have at least 6 months validity left on your passport. If not, this could pose a problem for you when you arrive at the airport or you need to clear immigration. It is always a good idea to plan well in advance to avoid potential problems.

Is it possible to apply for or renew a British passport if I live outside of the UK?

Yes, you do not need to be based in the United Kingdom to renew or apply for a British passport for the first time.

The only difference is that it will take slightly longer and there will be an additional charge to account for the couriering process.

Passport renewal or application forms must be completed online and great care should be taken to ensure that there are no errors or that you do not leave anything out. This is important because any mistakes could mean that your application is rejected and you will then need to start all over again, resulting in a waste of time.

To avoid application rejections and to save yourself time and money, U.K.ABROAD will be delighted to assist you with the entire process. Simply click here and get the ball rolling.

What do I need to send in when renewing my UK passport?

You will need to include passport photos and your old passport. Don’t worry, though, because your old passport will be sent back to you once your new one has been processed. It will be sent in a separate courier to minimize the risk of one of them going missing.

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