Passport Countersigning Photos

[lawlaw83]

My sister is a manager for a childrens nursery which is charity based. Is she able to sign someones passport? She has known them for over 2 years

[SeaJayPea]

Yes, the rules appear to have been relaxed. I've countersigned a fair few over recent years and they've all been issued.

[Kanewood]

My granddaughters' photos were signed by their Headteacher and they were fine

[sag]

She should look at the relevant information on the form. Last time I had mine done it had to be a professional person, i.e. doctor, policeman etc. who counter-signed. Being a manager of a nursery doesn't come into that category, I wouldn't think.

[kempie]

Managers of a VAT registered Charity, a VAT registered Company or a Limited Company are perfectly acceptable countersignatories according to the list produced by the IPS (Identity and Passport Service)...

http://www.ips.gov.uk/passport/apply-countersi gn.asp