If you’re a dual national living in Spain or anywhere else in the world, this recent rule change is something you shouldn’t ignore. Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen growing concern from expats who have travelled between Spain and the UK for years using only their non-British passport. For many families holding both British and EU nationality, the shift feels sudden and confusing.
With around 1.2 million dual British citizens worldwide potentially affected, this is not a small administrative update. It directly affects how you board flights, how airlines verify your documents, and how you enter the UK.
All British dual citizens must now enter the UK using a valid British passport. If you hold British nationality alongside another passport, you can no longer rely solely on your EU or other passport when travelling to the UK. Without a British passport, you would need to apply for a certificate of entitlement instead — which adds extra time and paperwork.
Do you need to apply for or renew a British passport in Spain?
If you’re a British expat in Spain and your passport is expired, close to expiring, damaged, or you’ve changed your name, you will likely need to complete a British passport application from Spain or renew your existing passport as soon as possible. Even if you normally travel on your Spanish or other EU passport, the new rules mean you must have a valid British passport to enter the UK as a British citizen.
The good news is that the UK passport application is completed online. You submit your details through the official system, upload a compliant digital photo, pay the government fee, and send your supporting documents securely for processing. There is no traditional overseas passport office — everything is handled remotely through the online application system.
How Collect Corner Supports Your UK Passport Application in Spain
At Collect Corner, we assist expats across Spain — and even worldwide — with their UK passport application or passport renewal from abroad. We understand that applying for a passport online can feel overwhelming, especially with new travel requirements and tight timelines.
Our service includes:
- Step-by-step guidance for your British passport application from Spain
- Support with applying for your passport online correctly
- Advice on required documents and photo compliance
- Coordinating with your nearest DHL office
- Ensuring your documents are securely prepared and shipped
For remote passport applications, our service fee is €75. We coordinate directly with DHL so your shipment is organised properly and securely, removing the stress of figuring out where to submit documents, how to send them safely, or how to track them.
Additional Fees to Expect
Please note that our service fee is separate from the official costs required for the passport application process:
- £119 – Passport renewal fee payable directly to the UK HM Passport Office
- €53.55 – DHL service fee payable at your local DHL service point for sending your current passport and a copy of your foreign passport to the UK HM Passport Office
These fees are set by the respective organisations and are not included in Collect Corner’s €75 service fee.
With enquiries increasing and travel rules tightening, leaving your UK passport application in Spain until the last minute could result in delays or travel disruption. If you’re a dual citizen planning a trip to the UK, now is the time to make sure your passport is valid and compliant.
If you need support with a British passport application from Spain, our team at Collect Corner is here to make the process straightforward, organised, and stress-free.
