New Online Passport Application System to Launch on 16 November 2026

The Department of Immigration and Home Affairs confirms that the new digital passport application service for Gibraltar variant British passports will commence operation on Monday 16 November 2026.

The launch marks an important step in the modernisation of Gibraltar’s passport services, providing applicants with a more convenient and streamlined way to apply for their passports online. The new system will reduce reliance on paper-based processes and bring local arrangements more closely in line with the digital services already used for British passport applications in the United Kingdom.

The new service forms part of a wider programme being implemented by His Majesty’s Passport Office (HMPO) to modernise passport application and caseworking systems across the United Kingdom, the Crown Dependencies and the Overseas Territories.

How will it work?

Applicants will be able to access the new passport application service through a dedicated link on the Government of Gibraltar website, Department of Immigration & Home Affairs page which will go live on Monday.

The online system will guide applicants through the application process, enabling them to complete and submit their applications digitally, provide the required supporting documentation, upload or provide a digital photograph, and pay the applicable passport fee securely online.

Applicants will also be able to monitor the progress of their applications and receive notifications when their passports are ready for collection or have been dispatched, as applicable.

The introduction of the service represents a significant modernisation of Gibraltar’s passport application process and is designed to provide a more structured and convenient experience for applicants.

Passport Office counter arrangements

As we move to the new digital application system, paper-based applications will no longer be accepted at our counters from Monday 16 November. Please note that there may be a brief period on that day during which online applications are temporarily unavailable while the new system is being introduced. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding during this transition.

Members of the public are advised to take note of these arrangements when planning their passport applications.

Persons over 65 and British citizens who work in Gibraltar whilst residing in Spain should contact our office for further guidance.

Will there be help available?

The Department of Immigration and Home Affairs recognises that the move to an online service represents a significant change for some members of the public.

Support will be available for applicants who require assistance with using the new system. Further guidance on the service and the support arrangements will be communicated through official Government channels.

The Department of Immigration and Home Affairs thanks the public for its cooperation during this transition and encourages everyone to follow official Government announcements for the latest updates.