Related Articles
The first King Charles III passport has been issued in a historic first. The first British passports bearing the title “His Majesty” has rolled off the production line.
It is the first time since 1952 – the end of the reign of the last male monarch, Charles’ grandfather King George VI – that they have been issued under the title “His Majesty”. Home Secretary Suella Braverman described it as a “new era in history”, adding: “For 70 years, Her Majesty has appeared on British passports and many of us will not remember a time when she did not feature.
“Today marks a significant moment in UK history as the first British passports since 1952 start featuring the title of His Majesty, the King.” The first page contains a representation of the Royal Arms and will now read: “His Britannic Majesty’s Secretary of State requests and requires in the name of His Majesty all those whom it may concern to allow the bearer to pass freely without let or hindrance, and to afford the bearer such assistance and protection as may be necessary.”
READ MORE Katie Price says she ‘knows’ how she is going to die and refuses to be cremated
British passports issued in the name of the late Queen remain valid travel documents. Ms Braverman still called on people to apply well in advance. “While vast improvements have been made, I continue to urge the public to make sure they apply for passports in good time,” she said.
The first UK coins with the effigy of King Charles III were released in December 2022. However, all coins with Queen Elizabeth II’s head will remain legal tender and in active circulation. Royal Mail previously explained that they will use the stamps featuring the Queen until they run out to minimise the environmental impact.
The King gave clear instructions that he did not want stock being thrown away, Royal Mail’s director of external affairs said.
