Money Saving Expert has issued a new alert
Martin Lewis’ Money Saving Expert (MSE) has issued an alert for the millions of people across the UK who have holidays booked.
With spring now well underway and summer almost on the horizon, MSE shared a message on X, formerly Twitter. The post reads: “Travelling abroad soon? Don’t risk being turned away. Make these two important passport checks.” The alert went on to urge those with holiday plans to check that – on the day you’re due to enter the country – your passport has six months or more left, or three months for anywhere in the EU.
It adds that people should make sure their passport will be under 10 years old, if travelling to the EU. MSE added: “If it’s no to EITHER, check the country-by-country UK passport rules to ensure you won’t be sent back.”
The Passport Office says you should allow up to three weeks if you need to renew your document. The EU includes Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden.
However, travel to Ireland is different due to it being part of the Common Travel Area (CTA), which also includes places like Jersey and the Isle of Man. You don’t legally need a passport to enter Ireland, although most airlines will require you have a valid one for the duration of your travel plans.
