With summer fast approaching, Brits need to be aware of the new passport rules when heading off on holidays. Greece, Spain and France are amongst the top destinations for Brits to visit over the summer period. It can be easy to think all you need to do is turn up at the airport with your boarding pass and passport, and you're away.
However, since Britain left the European Union (EU), it is worth checking the specific rules of the country you are heading to before you get to the airport. Many people have fallen foul of these new rules and had their holidays cancelled, including Penny Priestly and her husband Dug, who were unable to jet out to Benidorm for a ten day holiday despite having valid passports. Understanding travel rules and restrictions is essential to ensuring your holiday gets off to a smooth start.
But with so many resources out there, it can be confusing and frustrating trying to find the most up-to-date and accurate travel advice, rules and restrictions. The Gov.uk website offers advice and information specific to each country — here are the current passport requirements for Greece, Spain and France, according to their website: Have you ever had to cancel a holiday because your passport is not up-to-date? Email us at webtravel@reachplc.
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