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CONFIDENTIAL

XCC(92)69

for the "standard" (32-page) and the conventional "jumbo" (94-page) passports. We therefore propose to follow HMG, and to issue the 48-page CFPs at a fee of HK$400 which is set roughly midway between the fees for a 32-page passport and a 94-page passport.

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The fee for issuing a “jumbo" (48-page) passport in substitution for such an existing passport in order to incorporate amendments and additions should be in line with the issue of a 32-page replacement CFP, i.e. $65.

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There is no need to make any legislative amendments locally to issue a "jumbo" BN(O) CFP because fees for BN(O) passports are levied under the Consular Fees Order 1989 and Consular Fees Regulations. The "jumbo" version costs £22.50 and a replacement issued to reflect amendments or change of photograph, £3.

FINANCIAL AND STAFFING IMPLICATIONS

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It is difficult to assess the likely revenue implications. But we estimate that the maximum revenue forgone (if any) would be $216,000 per annum. There are no staffing implications.

Implementation

12 1992.

We propose to issue the "jumbo" CFPs with effect from 1 May

PUBLIC REACTION

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We do not expect the proposals to generate much public interest.

PUBLICITY

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A press release and a Legislative Council brief will be issued.

6 April 1992

(SCR 8/2091/81 Pt VII)

COUNCIL CHAMBER

Executive Council