Glasgow Airport passengers can expect to see a change to eGate travel rules this summer.
It is one of the UK airports to implement new rules, which will see up to 1.5 million more children able to use eGates, helping to speed up journeys for families.
Here is all you need to know and when the change takes effect.
What are the new eGate rules for children at Glasgow Airport?
Children aged eight and nine, who are at least 120cm (3ft 11in) tall and accompanied by an adult, are now eligible to use eGates in the UK.
Before the rule change this month, children needed to be 10 to use the eGates, and before 2023, it was 12-years-old.
Height restrictions are due to children needing to be able to see and be captured by biometric screens.
The change will speed up the process for children and their families, as they typically have to see a Border Force officer.
Based on 2025 UK arrival figures, an estimated 1.5 million more children will be eligible to pass through eGates with their families over the next year as a result of the age change.
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When will the new eGate rules come into effect?
The expanded access began at UK airports on Wednesday, July 8.
Minister for Migration and Citizenship, Mike Tapp, said: "Travel with young children can be stressful for parents.
"By expanding eGate access, more families can experience a swifter and smoother journey home – freeing up precious time this summer holiday season.
"We are delivering continued improvement to the passenger experience, while keeping our borders safe and secure."
The changes will cover more than 290 eGates in the UK across 13 airports and accompanying ports where border checks take place in Europe.
There are also 48 EU airports that allow British holidaymakers to use eGates.
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These include places in Spain, France, Italy, and Portugal.
The rules will also impact other travel methods such as the Eurostar and the Eurotunnel.
People travelling from non-Schengen countries in Europe, along with the US, Australia and Japan, can also use the eGates.
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