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Passports: Dual Nationality

Commons · Question 115628 · Tabled 24 Feb 2026 · Home Office · Official record

Answered 2 Mar 2026

Question

Asked by Nick Timothy

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.

Answer

Answered by Mike Tapp, 2 Mar 2026

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 significa...