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.
The UK is set to enforce new passport rules requiring dual citizens to present a British passport when entering the country from next Wednesday. Currently, these citizens can travel using non-British passports, but the upcoming regulations mandate that they either show a British passport or pay for a "certificate of entitlement" costing £589. This change affects all British dual citizens, regardless of their current place of residence. Ryanair has expressed its intention to potentially ignore these new requirements, allowing dual citizens to board flights to the UK without a British passport, a move that could cause confusion and legal challenges. The airline's stance raises questions about compliance with UK Home Office regulations, which have instructed airlines to deny boarding to dual citizens lacking a British passport. The implications of Ryanair's actions could lead to further scrutiny of airline practices amid evolving travel regulations in the post-Brexit landscape, as well as possible disruptions for passengers.
