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Passports: Dual Nationality

Asked by Nick TimothyConservativeHome OfficeTabled Answered 2 March 2026UIN 115628

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if she will introduce (a) a grace period and (b) transitional arrangements for British nationals impacted by changes to passport rules regarding dual nationals.

Answered by Mike Tapp

We have been clear on the requirement for dual British citizens to travel with a valid British passport or Certificate of Entitlement. This requirement applies equally to all British citizens.

We recognise the enforcement of ETAs by carriers is a significant change, and so we have provided additional temporary guidance to carriers on possible alternative documentation and have put in place around the clock support for carriers to prepare for these changes.

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