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Should I enter 'HMPO' as the place of issue for my Non-O visa application with a UK passport?

Dec 15, 2025
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Tom *********
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Hi Folks, applying for Non-O from UK as British Citizen. I have passport issued in 2024 which does not show place of issue.

Passport has field for 'Authority' showing HMPO. Should I enter this for the place of issue?

Many thanks in advance.
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The user inquired about the proper way to indicate the place of issue on a Non-O visa application, given their UK passport does not specify it. The responses clarified that 'HMPO' (His Majesty’s Passport Office) is the official place of issue and recommended entering this information.
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Tom *********
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Thanks all.... :)
Martin ********
Yep, HMPO. It used to be UKPA
Peter *******
Yes
Lynnette *******
Assuming, you applied in UK so GB is where it was issued. At hmpo
Stuart *********
His Majesty’s Passport Office is the official place of issue. HMPO is the acronym.
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