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<p>While the standard passport application service does not have a guaranteed timeframe,
the vast majority of passports are issued within the published processed times.</p><p>
</p><p>Where a customer requests in writing the return of supporting documents prior
to the checks being completed upon an application, HM Passport Office will endeavour
to return these as quickly as possible. However, HM Passport Office does reserve the
right to request that these documents be resubmitted to enable it to complete its
checks, and may result in the application taking longer.</p>
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