Overview
- From 25 February, British dual nationals must present a valid UK passport or a Certificate of Entitlement, reported to cost £589, to board travel to the UK.
- The Home Office says airlines and ferry operators may, at their discretion, accept an expired British passport alongside a valid foreign passport as alternative proof.
- Border Force will still make entry decisions on arrival, while carriers face penalties for mis‑documented passengers and can consult a 24/7 Carrier Support Hub for verification.
- Ryanair has indicated it will board travellers it is satisfied are British after checks with the government hub, signalling differing approaches among carriers.
- Campaign groups and a Liberal Democrat MP are pressing for a grace period and lower fees, and a reported shift to digital certificates has created unresolved cost and process questions.