The Passport Office has issued a crucial five-week warning (Image: Handout)

The Passport Office has issued a crucial five-week warning to Britons planning winter getaways. All UK citizens require a valid passport for international travel .

Should your passport be lost, stolen, damaged or expired, you'll need to apply for a replacement, costing £94.50 online or £107 via paper form. Whilst new passports typically arrive within three weeks, HM Passport Office has shared a timely reminder on X, formerly Twitter, as the festive travel period approaches.

The post states: " Christmas is just 5 weeks away! If 'Yule' be travelling, check your passport is valid for travel today. Don't let your sleigh be delayed."

Additional guidance on the accompanying Gov.uk page clarifies that processi

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