Change passport information

[daisya]

This isn't for me but I was wondering (hopefully this is the right place) if one has a tattoo done first time, would you have to change the details of your passport regarding distinguishing marks? I don't know how passports are set out now so not sure if it would mean you have to update this information, does anyone know please?

[Buenchico]

Quote:
"You must renew your passport if your appearance has changed permanently and significantly, so you can't be identified from the photo in your current passport.

This will apply to you if, since your passport was issued, you have:
undergone significant facial surgery or trauma
had numerous/large facial piercings or tattoos

You will need to supply a new photo and get it certified. You will also be expected to pay for your new passport in the normal way, even if your old one has not expired"

Source:
http://www.direct.gov...information/DG_174152

However, if your tattoo isn't on your face (or if it's on your face but not 'large) you don't need to change your passport photos

Passports don't record 'distinguishing marks', per se.

Chris

[daisya]

Thank you Chris, will pass on the information.

[jensignsuk]

Hiya, I am a tattooist, the only time you will have to do this is if the Tattoo is on your face. I had a long conversation about this with someone in a bar, when I was visiting the USA. She was an Immagration lawyer.

Hope this helps x