Passports are getting a revamp – these are the changes as government makes bold claim
‘New era’ for British passports with major changes
- New British passports will feature King Charles III's coat of arms on the front from December.
- The Home Office announced the redesigned passport will be the “most secure ever produced”, incorporating advanced anti-forgery technology such as holographic and translucent features.
- Inside pages will showcase natural landscapes from across the four nations, including Ben Nevis, the Lake District, Three Cliffs Bay, and the Giant’s Causeway.
- Migration and citizenship minister Mike Tapp stated these changes mark a new era, celebrating British heritage while ensuring the passports remain highly secure and trusted.
- Passports bearing Queen Elizabeth II’s coat of arms will remain valid until their expiry date, with the Home Office advising travellers to check validity before planned travel.