You can pay to get your passport sooner if you've not already applied and you think the standard service will take too long. You need to book a passport office appointment and pay online. You can book an appointment up to 3 weeks in advance.

To obtain an urgent passport in the UK in 2026, you must use one of the two expedited services provided by HM Passport Office: the Online Premium Service or the 1-week Fast Track Service. The Online Premium Service is the fastest, typically allowing you to receive your new passport during an in-person appointment at one of the regional passport offices (such as London, Liverpool, or Glasgow). You must book an appointment online, and the earliest available slots are usually two days from the time of booking. The 1-week Fast Track Service involves a similar appointment, but your passport is delivered to your home address within seven working days. Both services require a higher fee than the standard application and are in high demand, so it is crucial to book as soon as you know you need it. You will need to bring a completed application, two identical photos (though digital photos are now the standard for online bookings), and your old passport. These services are only available for renewals or replacements of lost/stolen passports; first-time adult passport applications usually cannot be expedited through the Premium service.