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UK passport changes leave Australians with dual citizenship scrambling before border rules kick in

New UK rules require dual nationals to present a British or Irish passport or pay for a Certificate of Entitlement, affecting thousands and sparking travel disruptions, officials said.

  • From Wednesday, February 25, 2026, British dual nationals must enter the UK on a British passport or certificate of entitlement, and airlines and carriers must confirm eligibility before boarding.
  • Following the ETA rollout, the Home Office says the updated rules reflect a shift to a more digitised immigration system intended to improve security and align dual nationals with the ETA process next week.
  • A certificate of entitlement costs 589, while a British passport costs 94.50 online and processing can take three weeks or longer.
  • Industry groups warn of disruption and cancellations as hundreds of Australian travellers report confusion, while Dean Long, ATIA CEO, urges Foreign Minister Penny Wong to extend the February 25, 2026 deadline.
  • Children born abroad may need passports, and some people considering renunciation of UK citizenship face months-long, costly renunciation process.
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The UK has temporarily changed passport rules for dual citizens – but there’s a major catch to flying overseas.

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ABC Australia broke the news in Australia on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
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