Episode 3
Angela Rippon, Gloria Hunniford and Julia Somerville investigate viewers' holiday disasters. The team hear of websites promising to help get a new passport, but failing to do so.
Angela Rippon, Gloria Hunniford and Julia Somerville return with a special week of programmes from Tenerife investigating viewers' holiday disasters, with invaluable advice to avoid being caught out the same way.
The team hear of the websites promising to help you get a new passport but after taking your money, may have done nothing of the kind; the hotel that wouldn't relax its cancellation rules in even the most tragic circumstances; and, how even in Europe you could find yourself hit with huge bills for medical treatment you'd thought you were getting for free.
Plus, the timeshare resale promise that could leave you hundreds of pounds out of pocket, and Simon Calder has advice on visiting one of Europe's best-loved cities.
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Applying for your passport
There are a number of passport renewal websites operating, but they charge you money on top of the cost of the passport itself. Apply online with or you can call 0300 222 0000.
ΜύIf you’re applying for your first adult passport, it’ll take at least six weeks to arrive, possibly longer between April and September.Μύ You won’t be able to use any fast track services, and you may even be required to attend an interview as part of the application process.
ΜύIf you are renewing or replacing your passport the average processing time is three to four weeks, but again, it may take longer in the summer months.
ΜύIt is possible to fast track a passport renewal, though it is more expensive. However, HM Passport Office will add on up to nine months’ unused validity from your current to your new passport, so you don’t have to wait for it to expire.
ΜύMany countries also require you to have six months' validity left on your passport on the date you are due to leave these countries, if you do not you could be refused entry. Some countries also require clear, blank pages in your passport. Check before you travel and allow time to apply for a new passport. This is not an issue if you are travelling in Europe.
ΜύFor more information on other HM Passport Office services and tips on what to do if you need a new passport, visit the .
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Gloria Hunniford |
| Presenter | Angela Rippon |
| Presenter | Julia Somerville |
| Participant | Simon Calder |
Broadcasts
Wed 8 Jan 2014 11:00- Thu 9 Jan 2014 07:05