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Everything you should know as UK red passport warning issued

UK travelers are warned to check the validity of their old red passports before summer holidays due to new international entry requirements.

Feb 28 β€’ 02:44 UTC
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National & Local

Little-known passport rule could see you turned away at the airport

New passport rules following Brexit could unexpectedly prevent holidaymakers from boarding their flights.

Feb 27 β€’ 13:31 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Passport holders told to take action now or risk 'being turned away at airport'

Passport holders are urged to take urgent action regarding new travel guidance to avoid being denied boarding at airports.

Feb 27 β€’ 07:34 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
World

Brit 'traitor' fighting for Putin in Ukraine gets huge reward for 'loyalty to Russia'

A British man named Ben Stimson, fighting for Russia in Ukraine, has been rewarded with a Russian passport for his actions, despite being previously labeled a traitor.

Feb 26 β€’ 18:54 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

British-Danish couple say new UK passport rules may separate them from children

A British-Danish couple fears they may be separated from their children at Copenhagen airport due to new UK passport rules affecting dual nationals.

Feb 26 β€’ 14:52 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

Schengen rules will apply at Gibraltar border under finalised post-Brexit deal

A new post-Brexit deal allows for smoother border crossings at Gibraltar, eliminating routine passport checks for daily crossers while implementing dual checks for air and sea arrivals.

Feb 26 β€’ 12:16 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

Schengen rules will apply at Gibraltar border under post-Brexit deal

A new post-Brexit deal outlines that Schengen rules will apply at the Gibraltar border, eliminating routine passport checks for daily crossers while introducing dual checks for air and sea arrivals.

Feb 26 β€’ 12:16 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Passport Office tells Brits 'you may not be able to travel'

The UK Passport Office is warning citizens to check their passports for damage that may prevent them from traveling.

Feb 26 β€’ 06:55 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
World

US to offer passport services to citizens in illegal West Bank settlements

The US plans to offer passport services in Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, marking a shift in policy that has drawn criticism from Palestinian officials.

Feb 25 β€’ 17:22 UTC
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National & Local

New passport rules come into force for Brits today - 5 key things you need to know

New passport rules requiring an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) come into effect today for travelers entering the UK.

Feb 25 β€’ 10:09 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

British grandparents face cancelling 'trip of lifetime' due to new passport rules

British grandparents living abroad are reconsidering their travel plans to the UK due to new and stringent passport rules under the electronic travel authorisation scheme.

Feb 25 β€’ 09:24 UTC
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National & Local

What to know about new passport requirements for British dual citizens starting today

New UK passport entry rules for dual citizens take effect today, requiring valid UK passports for entry.

Feb 24 β€’ 18:47 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

Dual nationals who don't have British passport could be denied UK entry

Under new rules, British dual nationals without a British passport will face entry restrictions to the UK starting February 25, 2026.

Feb 24 β€’ 13:58 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Two 'fast-track' ways to get a new passport that could save your holiday

The article outlines two expedited options for obtaining a passport in the UK to avoid disruptions to holiday plans.

Feb 24 β€’ 13:49 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ National Post
National & Local

New passport rules for British-Canadian dual citizens: what you need to know

Starting February 25, British-Canadian dual citizens will need to present proof of their British nationality when entering the U.K., as Canadian passports alone will no longer suffice.

Feb 24 β€’ 13:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Passport holders told to take action or face airport queues that 'could last hours'

Passport holders are being urged to prepare for a new airport system to avoid lengthy queues that might last for hours.

Feb 24 β€’ 11:21 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί ABC News AU
National & Local

Aussies among first to arrive in UK under controversial new passport rules

Australians are among the first to arrive in the UK amid new controversial passport regulations affecting dual citizens.

Feb 24 β€’ 05:22 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

New passport rule from Wednesday means UK citizens 'could be refused boarding'

New border rules in the UK could prevent around 1.2 million dual nationals from boarding flights if they do not carry a British passport or qualify for an exemption.

Feb 23 β€’ 11:53 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

English-speaking island that's absolutely beautiful and a sunny paradise

The Isles of Scilly offer a beautiful and sunny getaway for those looking to escape the dreary British winter, with no passport required for travel.

Feb 23 β€’ 10:52 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

New British champion Bilal Fawaz forced to beg for British passport

British boxing champion Bilal Fawaz, after winning the British and Commonwealth super-welterweight titles, struggles to secure a British passport despite living in the UK for over two decades.

Feb 23 β€’ 09:40 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί ABC News AU
National & Local

Breaking: UK government quietly updates passport rules for dual citizens β€” again

The UK government has updated rules allowing dual British and Irish citizens to use expired British passports to enter the UK, but the acceptance of these documents is at the discretion of carriers.

Feb 23 β€’ 06:57 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί ABC News AU
National & Local

Australian dual citizens scramble as UK border crackdown set to begin

Australian dual citizens face new travel restrictions to the UK starting February 25, requiring valid British or Irish passports for entry.

Feb 21 β€’ 23:58 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

New rule on Wednesday for a million Brits means new passport or Β£589 fee

New regulations will require some dual British nationals to obtain a new passport or pay a Β£589 fee to enter the UK starting February 25, 2026.

Feb 21 β€’ 20:56 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Passport changes prevent British dual national from visiting dying mother

New UK Home Office rules are preventing a British dual national from seeing her dying mother in England due to passport requirements.

Feb 20 β€’ 15:21 UTC
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National & Local

Brits issued warning over passport delays due to new travel rules

British travelers are warned of potential passport delays due to upcoming biometric checks and ETIAS requirements for entering Europe.

Feb 20 β€’ 12:57 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Ryanair could defy new passport rules for Brits coming into force in days

Ryanair may contravene new passport regulations requiring dual British citizens to present a British passport or obtain a costly certificate when traveling to the UK starting next week.

Feb 19 β€’ 09:27 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

New UK passport rules starting next week as huge Β£589 charge introduced

New passport rules in the UK will require dual nationals to possess a British passport or pay Β£589 for a certificate of entitlement, effective February 25.

Feb 19 β€’ 08:36 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
World

This is the document that travelers to the United Kingdom will receive from February 25

Starting February 25, travelers requiring a visa for the United Kingdom will receive an eVisa instead of a physical visa in their passport.

Feb 18 β€’ 16:38 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Ryanair may let dual nationals board UK flights without a British passport

Ryanair plans to allow British dual nationals to board flights to the UK without a British passport, despite new immigration rules requiring such documentation.

Feb 18 β€’ 10:33 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

Could dual nationals without a British passport be stopped at the border?

New rules will require UK dual nationals without a British passport to present alternative documentation to enter the UK, effective from 25 February.

Feb 17 β€’ 17:27 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Some UK citizens 'need new passport or pay Β£589' after major border change on February 25, 2026

UK citizens, especially dual nationals, will need to obtain a British passport or pay Β£589 for a certificate due to new border regulations effective February 25, 2026.

Feb 17 β€’ 11:56 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Red UK passport holders warned ahead of summer 2026 holidays

UK holidaymakers using old red passports are cautioned to check their validity ahead of summer 2026 due to strict entry requirements.

Feb 17 β€’ 10:57 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

New UK border rules for dual nationals are discriminatory against women, campaigners say

Campaigners argue that new UK border rules requiring British dual nationals to present a UK passport discriminate against women, particularly those married to foreign nationals.

Feb 16 β€’ 13:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Australian man died in Bali after consulate refused to assist with medical transfer

Wayne Harvey, an Australian expatriate in Bali, died after the consulate did not issue an emergency passport needed for his medical transfer following surgery complications.

Feb 15 β€’ 14:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Dual nationals to be denied entry to UK from 25 February unless they have British passport

Dual British nationals will be required to present a valid British passport to enter the UK starting 25 February or they risk being denied boarding.

Feb 13 β€’ 13:27 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

UK passport holders could be banned from Spain for three years

UK passport holders face a potential three-year ban from Spain due to new post-Brexit travel regulations.

Feb 12 β€’ 09:41 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Brits flying to 5 countries risk being turned away due to passport mistake

British travelers may face denial of boarding or entry into five countries due to specific passport requirements.

Feb 12 β€’ 08:55 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

2 key passport checks Brits must do before February half-term holidays

Brits planning to travel abroad for the February half-term must check two important passport validity dates to ensure they are allowed to cross borders, especially to the EU.

Feb 11 β€’ 17:25 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

6 key passport checks Brits need to do ahead of the school holidays

This article outlines six essential passport checks for British travelers to avoid travel complications ahead of the school holidays.

Feb 8 β€’ 01:45 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
Life & Tech

'Absolute legend' Passport Office worker who came to the rescue in family emergency applauded

A Passport Office worker in the UK received widespread praise for their exceptional assistance during a family emergency, highlighting the challenges of obtaining a passport quickly.

Feb 5 β€’ 13:13 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Major passport changes begin in weeks as Home Office explains what you will need

The Home Office has announced significant passport changes that will affect dual British citizens, requiring them to have a valid British passport or Certificate of Entitlement for UK entry starting February 25, 2026.

Feb 5 β€’ 00:14 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Who can get a free UK passport and who needs to pay Β£222

The article discusses the eligibility for free UK passports versus those who must pay Β£222 for new or replacement passports due to recent price increases.

Feb 4 β€’ 11:46 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
Life & Tech

Simon Calder alert to anyone with dual nationality

Travel expert Simon Calder warns over one million dual nationality Brits to prepare for new passport rules that will require non-British or Irish citizens to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) starting February 25, 2026.

Jan 16 β€’ 14:51 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
World

Palestinian citizen of Israel wins UK asylum over β€˜well-founded fear of persecution’

A Palestinian citizen of Israel has been granted asylum in the UK after a lengthy legal battle, marking a significant case as he is believed to be the first Palestinian with an Israeli passport to receive refugee status there.

Jan 14 β€’ 06:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Passport rule still catching out Brits that you should check now before the summer

A significant passport check that many British travelers are overlooking could lead to denied boarding for summer holidays, particularly six years after Brexit.

Jan 13 β€’ 15:29 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Three-week passport warning as Brits planning a trip abroad risk Β£222 fee

UK travelers are warned to check their passports for damage and expiry dates well in advance of trips abroad to avoid high fees and delays.

Jan 13 β€’ 04:28 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

New British passport to feature king’s coat of arms and enhanced security

The new British passport showcases King Charles's coat of arms and includes enhanced security features along with depictions of the UK's natural beauty.

Dec 31 β€’ 15:16 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
Life & Tech

Identical triplets named by nurses for joke and passport control 'think they're lying'

Identical triplets from Toronto, who were humorously named A, B, and C by hospital staff, are now facing confusion regarding their names for official purposes.

Dec 29 β€’ 21:12 UTC

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