A set of new passport rules will impact anyone with a British passport taking a trip to Europe.
The changes have already ruined countless holidays since the UK left the EU. The rules state that British passport holders must follow the Schengen area requirements for trips to any EU country expect Ireland. Countries including Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and Vatican City are also covered by the regulations.
Despite travelling continuing to be free for now, there is now potential for snags.
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Since Brexit, passports must have been issued less than 10 years before the date of entry, reports The Mirror.
Before Brexit, travellers were required to have three months left on their passport after the day they plan to leave, but there are now extra requirements in place catching lots of holidaymakers out.
Anyone who turns up at the airport without a valid passport may be denied entry into EU countries. The issue date is written under the 'date of issue' headline on a British passport.
Passports issued before October 1, 2018 may have extra months added to expiry dates, but these months will not be valid for people entering toe EU.
Travellers are also advised to check the Foreign Office's website of the country they are travelling to before booking to check for any different or additional requirements.
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