Passport disaster!

[Rich1]

Disaster!
Yesterday, I discovered that I'd washed my passport in the washing machine - the photo is no more.
Off to Peterborough passport office this morning. Unfortunately because it is a damaged passport, they will only guarantee a new one within 7 days. I leave on Monday so it will be bended knee for me.
Trying not to stress........too much!

 

[Waka]

Disaster!
Yesterday, I discovered that I'd washed my passport in the washing machine - the photo is no more.
Off to Peterborough passport office this morning. Unfortunately because it is a damaged passport, they will only guarantee a new one within 7 days. I leave on Monday so it will be bended knee for me.
Trying not to stress........too much!

Sorry to hear that Rich1, hope you get it sorted.

 

[SYates]

Oh Dear! all the best and hopefully you will find a kind Camino addict there that speeds things a bit up for you! SY

 

[Donna Sch]

If there are any NZers around with passport difficulties I can definitely recommend the staff at the NZ High Commission in Sydney. I stuffed up my calculations on how much time was left on my passport when I went to Bali for a sports competition last year and was 6 days short of having 6 months left on the damn thing. So I wasn't allowed on my flight out of Darwin. Urgent flight to Sydney overnight and I had a new passport before lunchtime and flew out on the first afternoon flight. But at least it meant that my passport is brand spanking new for this trip!

 

[Al the optimist]

A few year ago I had to get an emergency one. They issued it in a few hours while I waited. It cost extra though. Good luck with it. When are you due out?

 

[Heliman1965]

Disaster!
Yesterday, I discovered that I'd washed my passport in the washing machine - the photo is no more.
Off to Peterborough passport office this morning. Unfortunately because it is a damaged passport, they will only guarantee a new one within 7 days. I leave on Monday so it will be bended knee for me.
Trying not to stress........too much!

Could mean a trip to London passport office if you book an appointment you should be able to get it sorted in 4hrs...

Good luck

 

[Al the optimist]

I forgot to say that I went to London.

 

[Rich1]

When are you due out?

Leaving Monday afternoon!!

Could mean a trip to London passport office if you book an appointment you should be able to get it sorted in 4hrs...

Unfortunately, for a damaged passport they only offer a guaranteed 7 day service. However, I did explain what I was doing etc, and generally begged, and the lady said they generally get them out quickly.
Basically, fingers crossed now

 

[Al the optimist]

Sqeaky bum time then Rich

 

[Rich1]

It certainly is, Al
The best laid plans etc......

 

[DurhamParish]

Good luck. I hope all works out for you.

 

[whariwharangi]

I keep mine in a ziploc bag. Always. It helps with accidental washing and the even soggier Galician rains.

 

[OTH86]

Rich, trust in the Camino - It WILL work out!
Buen Camino!
Terry

 

[Angelo]

Disaster!
Yesterday, I discovered that I'd washed my passport in the washing machine - the photo is no more.
Off to Peterborough passport office this morning. Unfortunately because it is a damaged passport, they will only guarantee a new one within 7 days. I leave on Monday so it will be bended knee for me.
Trying not to stress........too much!

I hope you will get a replacement one in due time.
Just one of the trials we have to face.
But once you're on your way...the Camino will definitely provide.
Buen Camino!

 

[Heliman1965]

Leaving Monday afternoon!!


Unfortunately, for a damaged passport they only offer a guaranteed 7 day service. However, I did explain what I was doing etc, and generally begged, and the lady said they generally get them out quickly.
Basically, fingers crossed now

The best of luck..! I cross my fingers for you as I can only imagine how you must be feeling right now...

 

[Rich1]

Well, it didn't arrive today.......still tomorrow and Monday
Remaining optimistic at all times

 

[Annie G]

Relax. It's not a disaster. You'll get through this just fine. I have lots of passport stories after traveling around the world for almost two years. Nothing that couldn't be dealt with in a relatively short period of time. Just practice walking in the meantime...and breathe.

 

[Rich1]

It's just arrived

 

[SYates]

So happy for you!!! Buen Camino! SY

 

[mspath]

Any away you go!

May your journey be all that you hope. Buen camino!

Margaret Meredith

 

[Waka]

It's just arrived

Really gives you faith in the system.

Buen Camino

 

[David]

It's just arrived

Brilliant! Buen Camino!!!!

 

[Rich1]

Thanks everyone.
To say I was relieved is an understatement - I am now truly excited.
Having a pilgrim blessing in church tomorrow morning

 

[DurhamParish]

Great News!!!! Glad it worked out for you.

Hope all else goes well on your Camino!!!

 

[cher99840]

Wonderful news!! Buen Camino.

 

[jpflavin1]

Disaster!
Yesterday, I discovered that I'd washed my passport in the washing machine - the photo is no more.
Off to Peterborough passport office this morning. Unfortunately because it is a damaged passport, they will only guarantee a new one within 7 days. I leave on Monday so it will be bended knee for me.
Trying not to stress........too much!

Rich1:

Not sure how it works in the U.K. but I was getting ready in 2012 and checked my passport the day before leaving. It had expired. I live in Chicago and went down to the Federal building. I only had to produce my Itinerary and the usual stuff. They expedited a passport for me in roughly two hours. Fortunately, I live in a Major metropolitan area and was able to get access to a passport facility. The key was bringing in my itinerary. Best of luck.

Ultreya,
Joe

 

[OTH86]

BUEN CAMINO, Rich1

 

[Heliman1965]

Wow that was tight so glad you can now relax and enjoy Buen Camino

 

[Rich1]

It sure was - my relief on Saturday morning was indescribable - I was almost in tears.
My journey starts later today

 

[SYates]

It sure was - my relief on Saturday morning was indescribable - I was almost in tears.
My journey starts later today

You experienced your first Camino miracle before even starting the Camino! SY

 

[Rich1]

It does feel like that!

 

[Al the optimist]

Great news, especially after the stories last year of horrendous delays? Buen Camino Rich. I think you have had baptism of fire and hope all goes well from now on.

 

[VNwalking]

Fantaaaaastic! A very buen camino to you, Rich1!!

 

[Rich1]

Right......last minute kit checking and fiddling done. Passport definitely packed
Just waiting for the taxi to the train station.
See you on the Camino

 

[Al the optimist]

Of course the problem will be presenting the passport when returning. They won't recognise it as you with that new big grin on your face!

 

[Rich1]

I already have big grin

 

[Al the optimist]

You think that is big? Just wait mate! It will blind people.