Non-gender-specific Passports Bill

A Bill to require the Secretary of State to make non-gender-specific passports available to non-gendered, non-binary and other people who do not identify as, or exclusively as, male or female.

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Christine JardineLiberal Democrat

Last Updated

5 May 2021

In Plain English

AI-generated

This Bill would require the Secretary of State to make a non-gender-specific option available on UK passports for people who do not identify as male or female, including non-binary and other gender-diverse individuals. It aims to ensure passports reflect a person’s gender identity and reduce discrimination in travel documents.

Key Points

Introduces a non-gender-specific passport option for applicants who do not identify as male or female (including non-binary and gender-diverse individuals).
Places a duty on the Secretary of State to implement this option in UK passport issuance.
Requires changes to the law and administrative processes governing passports to recognise the new designation.
Promotes equality and civil rights by recognising gender diversity in official documents.

Progress

The Bill is at the second reading in the House of Commons. If it moves forward, it will go to committee for detailed examination and possible amendments.

Who is affected?

Non-binary, agender, gender-diverse individuals who do not identify as male or femaleUK passport applicants seeking a non-gender-specific designationPassport issuing authorities and the government departments responsible for implementing the new option

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Non-gender-specific Passports

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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