Gender Marker Letter FAQs
What are the legal requirements for the UK Passport Office to accept a gender marker change letter?
The UK Passport Office has clear guidelines for accepting a gender marker change, but there are many misconceptions about the process. The legal requirements for submitting a gender marker change letter are actually quite straightforward and designed ...
What do I do if my Gender Marker Letter doesn't arrive?
If you have requested a Gender Marker Letter during the Gender Marker Letter Session and it has not arrived, please see the information below. Electronically Signed Gender Marker Letter You can expect to receive this within 24 hours of your session. ...
The passport office refused my Gender Marker Letter. What should I do?
We understand your frustration and are here to help. We recommend checking with your local passport office or relevant agency to confirm the document requirements before purchasing. Neither we nor the Providers on our Directory are liable for ...
Can a Gender Marker session be with a doctor in my country?
There isn't any legal requirement that your letter or prescription must be signed by a doctor registered in the country you live in. EU doctors are perfectly able to prescribe for members living in the UK. Our members live across the globe. Still, ...
What information will be shared in a Gender Marker Letter?
A Gender Marker Letter confirms that you fulfil the criteria for Gender Incongruence according to the ICD-11 classification and HA60 "Gender incongruence of adolescence or adulthood". It states that you wish to update your legal documents to support ...
How long does it take to get a Gender Marker Letter?
You can now book a Gender Marker Letter Consultation Session through GenderGP. How long it takes to receive your letter after approval depends on which signatory option you purchase. If you purchase the electronic signature option, your letter will ...
How much does a Gender Marker Letter cost?
It depends on whether you want an electronic signature or a wet signature (which we'll need to send to you via post). The cost of a session that results in a letter with an electronic signature is (£55). If you'd like a wet signature, the cost of the ...
What do I do if my Gender Marker Letter is refused?
While we aim to provide a comprehensive support letter, we can't guarantee that it will be accepted by all authorities. Requirements for gender marker change documentation can vary significantly between different authorities, and even among ...
What are the gender marker change requirements for the different passport offices?
While the process for changing your gender marker differs from country to country, the UK now allows you to submit a Gender Marker Letter - issued by a professional consultant involved in your gender-affirming care - as sufficient evidence for making ...
Who will sign a Gender Marker Letter?
Your Gender Marker Letter, which will be sent to you after your Gender Marker Letter Consultation Session, will be signed by the doctor who authorises the letter after the session ends. Please note that while the signing doctor will be registered in ...
How do I get a Gender Marker Letter?
Here at GenderGP, we now offer members and non-members the ability to book a Gender Marker Letter Consultation for £55 (electronic signature) or £75 (wet signature sent via post). The letter will be sent to you as the result of the session, as long ...
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