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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Simon Calder

Dual citizens may be able to travel to the UK with an expired British passport after all

Days before tough new immigration rules are due to be imposed on dual citizens, Ryanair has said an expired British passport could suffice for entry to the UK.

From 25 February 2026, the electronic travel authorisation (ETA) will be mandatory for all travellers arriving in the United Kingdom, except for British and Irish citizens.

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