dickydotcom wrote:Didn't realise it was up to 9 months added. Sept it is then for renewal as per the original plan.
I'd also forgotten about sending in the old one although I think there is a let out clause on that if you can't find it.
Dick D
Let out clause? Not sure about that.
You have to formally report the 'loss' on the appropriate form and it can delay the issuing of a new one.
What they'll do is immediately cancel the old one so it will be invalid and that will cancel any attached ESTA. If you try and use it it can get you into a lot of trouble not only with the Border Force but also the police.
For a lost passport you'll also need your photos counter signed which you don't have to have done for a normal renewal nor can you use some of the faster service streams.