Every summer, some British travellers are turned away from their flights over post-Brexit passport rules. With renewals running at about two weeks, a quick check now can save a ruined holiday later.
Post-Brexit passport rules catch out thousands of British travellers every year. This guide explains the 10-year and three-month rules, how to use dual nationality wisely, and what the EU's new Entry/Exit System will change.
The UK government says its post-Brexit reset deal will let British holidaymakers use more e-gates in Europe and avoid long border queues. The reality is more complicated, and being able to use an e-gate is not the same as rejoining the fast-track lane.
The cost of a British passport has risen again, with a straightforward online renewal now £94.50. Here is why fees keep climbing, when renewing early makes sense, and how the price compares with Ireland.
The European Union has long promised that its "entry-exit system" (EES) is about to start, with the ETIAS travel permit due to follow. After a string of conflicting announcements from Brussels, here is a plain-English guide to what is planned and when.
The boss of the Port of Dover has warned that the EU's incoming Entry/Exit System could leave Western Europe's busiest passenger port unable to cope beyond Easter, as motorists face fingerprint and facial checks under a new canopy.
As the EU's Entry/Exit System neared its expected autumn 2024 launch, travel agents and ferry operators voiced confusion and scepticism, warning of possible disruption at ports and stations. Here is what the industry was telling travellers.
Two of the biggest changes in years were heading for British travellers to Europe, and the UK travel association ABTA was pressing hard for clarity. This is what the EES and ETIAS schemes meant, and why the trade wanted answers.
The cost of a UK passport went up for the second time in 14 months in April 2024, with an adult online application rising 7% to £88.50. Here is what is changing and how to plan ahead.
The cost of a new or renewed UK passport rose for the second time in 14 months in April 2024, climbing 7% to £88.50 for an adult online application and up to £100 by post. Travellers are also being reminded to check post-Brexit passport validity rules.