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Passport Security

Explore guides about British passport security, identity protection and passport technology. Topics include biometric passports, passport chips, blue and burgundy passports, identity theft, dual citizenship, second British passports and security issues that may arise when a passport is lost or compromised.

This category is primarily informational and is designed to help British passport holders understand how passport security features work, what may affect the use of a passport and when official guidance should be consulted.

Passport Security FAQs

What information is stored on a British biometric passport chip?

A biometric passport contains electronic information used to help verify the passport and the identity of its holder.

What should I do if my passport chip stops working?

A passport that cannot be read electronically may cause problems at automated gates or during travel. The passport's condition should be checked before relying on it for a journey.

Are burgundy British passports still valid?

A burgundy passport may remain valid until its stated expiry date, but travellers must still check whether it meets the entry requirements of their destination.

What should I do if my passport details may have been stolen?

Take the risk seriously and check the appropriate official guidance. Depending on what information has been compromised, additional identity-protection or reporting steps may be appropriate.