lcon

Hello, I am a British and American citizen living in the US, was born in London. I have never applied for my British passport until 4 weeks ago on Tuesday. My fear is that it will take longer then the time they predicted, they just credited by bank account on the 11th. (Does that mean they are just starting the process or finishing it?).

I am going to study in London in September and would rather not go through the process of getting a visa (tier 4). So I was wondering if any of you could give me an idea of how long it may take after they charge me.

Also on a separate note, do any of you know if I need an appointment to go to a British consulate (Boston one) to ask about government loans (via British government)

Cheers, L.c.

*Edit* I did some looking around, like I should have and found out the first part of my question about passport time. But still the question about receiving student loans from both the British government and American one, as the American government will not change my financial aid (they only take money away). Do you think it will matter if the school I am going to is a not-for-profit international one and not a established British Uni?

ian-mstm

It will... first time passports always take longer than usual - since all documentation must first be verified.


It means they're just starting the process.


You're a UK citizen... why do you think you'd need a visa? Indeed, as a UKC, you're likely not even eligible for a visa. Don't confuse your status as a UKC with proof of your status. They aren't the same.


Sorry... there's really no way to know ahead of time how long it'll take.

Ian