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Electronic Travel Authorisations: Dual Nationality

Commons · Question 115742 · Tabled 24 Feb 2026 · Home Office · Official record

Answered 2 Mar 2026

Question

Asked by Vikki Slade

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if she will consider establishing a grace period following the full enforcement of Electronic Travel Authorisation checks for children living abroad who hold dual citizenship having inherited British

Answer

Answered by Mike Tapp, 2 Mar 2026

We have been clear on the requirement for dual British citizens, including children and families, to travel with a valid British passport or Certificate of Entitlement. Dual British citizens should prove their permission to travel and enter the UK with a ...