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Passport Issue

ClaireHig

I have autism & don't socialise (only see family). Therefore I don't know anyone eligible to confirm my identity. I emailed this issue to the passport line, but they just refer me to the rules. I'm from England & have never been abroad. I don't get their illogical solution of allowing some random to confirm who I am, but not a GP/dentist who has access to my NHS/NI number etc.

Is there any way around this? I know I can't be the only one stuck in this situation. At 38 I was hoping I could at least see another country once in my life.

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  • Hi there

    It used to be possible for the GP to sign that the photo was definitely you (I assume that is what you mean?). I think when I got mine done I went to the local police station and the PC checked the photo and my ID and signed to confirm that it was me. Perhaps that might be an option?

  • in reply to moggsy

    It says that they need to have known the applicant for at least 2 years. I've never been to a police station or met any police. I've heard that the post office can counter sign photos for a passport. But I'm not sure if it's the same thing. Or if that just applies to renewals, not first passports.

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