All first-time passport applicants will have to attend a short interview from today (Mon).
The anti-fraud measure has been introduced in line with the UK to counter identity theft.
All first-time applicants aged 16 and over will also have to show
supporting documentation to confirm they are who they say they are.
Adults who have never previously held a British passport in their own name will also need to have an interview.
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