Heading: Don’t Get Caught Out – Understanding the Passport Rules for Traveling Abroad
Millions of Brits are expected to travel this weekend during the four-day Easter break. However, anyone heading abroad may fall foul of complicated rules at the border.
Subheading: Passport Rules for Traveling Abroad
Despite being introduced in 2021, many travellers are still unaware of the passport rules when booking a foreign holiday. People are even being caught out at the border and forced to miss their flights.
Subheading: Understanding the 10-Year Rule
Travellers used to be able to roll over up to nine unused months from their old passport onto a new one. But post-Brexit, anyone wanting to travel to the EU can no longer rely on those extra months. In order to travel to the EU, all passports must be no more than 10 years old on the day you arrive in your European destination. You’ll need at least three months on your passport on the day you head back to the UK.
Subheading: Implications of the Rule
Figures have shown up to 100,000 holidaymakers a year face being turned away at airports if their passport is more than 10 years old. Home Office data suggests 32 million people had applied for passports that if granted would be over 10 years old when the new rules came into place post-Brexit.
Subheading: Personal Experiences
A number of Brits have already been caught out by the new rules. Paramedic Nathan Barnes and Dad Peter Holt were among those who missed their flights due to passport discrepancies. Kirsty Hawes was turned away from her holiday to Spain because her passport was a day over 10 years old.
Subheading: Important Reminders and Updates
Brits are being warned to apply for passports now if they are set to expire. New price increases are to be introduced on April 11, for the second year running. Passports are going up by seven per cent, with standard passports increasing to £88.50 and kids passports to £57.50.
Subheading: Sun Travel Team’s Holiday Essentials
Central Recorder Travel team’s holiday essentials include items like a global travel plug with USB, hotel slippers, earplugs, a water bottle, a Bluetooth eye mask, and an AirTag luggage location tracker. These items are crucial for a smooth travel experience.
By understanding and adhering to the passport rules when traveling abroad, Brits can avoid being caught out and ensure a stress-free holiday experience. Stay informed and prepared to enjoy your travel adventures without any passport-related issues.