I think I opened a can of worms here when I sent off my passport and forms/fees to Ireland which is now dealing with overseas passport applications not Madrid. I posted it recorded after filling out the on-line application.I phoned yesterday to enquire it's whereabouts I was told yes we have your application we then check it etc....." How long does that normally take " Oh 4 weeks came the reply. 4 Weeks now let me check for you Oh it was 4 weeks yesterday we got your application " I said well what next ? She said "Well it could be 5 days or 2 weeks but I normally tell the applicant 3 weeks after the initial month THEN THEY ARE NOT DISAPPOINTED !  This was a simple renewal.

My question is and my next problem, Has anyone used this method of passport renewal with regards delivery as I have a post office box and they use a courier so I can see problems there in the next month or two when they try to deliver it. I do not have a UK address.If you have used this method which courier company do they use ?

I would advise if your passport is due for renewal "Try" to deal with it in the UK.  ::) ::)

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