Brit holidaymakers warned of little-known passport rule that could see you rejected at the airport gate To make sure you can fly, you should always keep your passport in top shape By Zac Campbell Published: 09:45 EDT, 6 July 2024 | Updated: 09:45 EDT, 6 July 2024 e-mail View comments British holidaymakers have been warned of a little-known passport rule that could see them turned away at the gate as they are about to board their flight. The rule relates to a damaged passport - which could prevent you from flying if authorities are concerned about the validity of your passport. If they have concerns over its condition, you may even be held at the airport for further questioning, even if you’ve already landed at your destination.
While minor scuffs and bent pages on your passport are generally acceptable, you should be extremely careful - always making sure to keep your passport in the best possible condition to avoid being unable to travel. With this in mind, it is also a good idea to avoid adding novelty stamps or stickers to your passport as they could delay when you to fly. British holidaymakers have been warned of a little-known passport rule that could see them turned away at the gate as they are about to board their flight According to the UK Passport Office's website, a passport is considered damaged if 'you cannot read any of your details, any of the pages are ripped, cut or missing, there are holes, cuts or rips in the cover, the cover is coming away or there are st.