Applying for a foreign passport for a child under 16

Applying for a foreign passport for a child under 16 in the United Kingdom

Parents of Ukrainian children living in the United Kingdom often face bureaucratic difficulties when applying for a foreign passport for a child under 16 years of age. The Consultant legal marketplace team offers professional support at all stages to ensure fast and legal processing of documents without unnecessary hassle.

How to apply for a foreign passport for a child under 16

The procedure for obtaining a document requires the submission of a complete set of documents and compliance with all requirements of Ukrainian law, even if the applicant is abroad.

Actions of lawyers:

1. provide a legal opinion on the possibility of obtaining a document in a specific situation;
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   check the compliance of documents with the requirements of the consulate;
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   assist in filling out applications and forms;
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   organise an appointment with the consulate or DP ‘Document’ in the United Kingdom;
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   provide instructions regarding the personal presence of the child or their representative;
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   accompany the client until the document is ready.

Consultant lawyers provide full documentary support, avoiding mistakes and reducing the risk of refusal.

What documents are needed to obtain a foreign passport for a child

Obtaining a foreign passport for a child requires careful collection of documentation and confirmation of legal grounds for obtaining it.

Actions of lawyers:

• explain the list of required documents;
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  verify the legal status of one or both parents;
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  assist with the translation and notarisation of documents;
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  advise on certificates confirming the child's place of residence abroad;
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  provide support in cases of complex family situations (divorce, death of parents, lack of consent of one of the parents, etc.).

Legal support allows you to avoid wasting time and incurring additional costs due to errors in submitting documents.

Is the child's personal presence required when applying for a foreign passport?

For children under 12 years of age, personal presence is not mandatory. However, the consulate or the State Enterprise ‘Document’ may require the child's presence for identification or photography.

Actions of lawyers:

• analyse the situation and determine whether the child's presence is necessary;
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  prepare a written justification for the child's absence (if necessary);
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  provide support during a personal visit to the institution;
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  agree on the date and time of the visit, taking into account the family's schedule;
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  take measures to avoid refusal to accept documents.

Our team acts in the interests of parents, ensuring the child's comfort during the application process.