Passengers warned to check passports before travelling abroad this summer

Passengers are being warned to make sure they have a valid passport before travelling overseas. With so many delays, cancellations and strike actions preoccupying our minds, it would be easy to forget about something so simple as a passport.

People can often forget to check the expiration date on their passports before travelling, assuming that as long as it’s in date then they will be fine. However, a lot of countries still need a certain amount of time on a passport before they allow you in.

So if you're heading somewhere exciting this summer, we have compiled a list of what some of the most popular destinations require when it comes to your passport. That way, all you have to worry about is what book to take and remember to pack sunscreen.

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If you are planning to travel to an EU country, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino or Vatican City, you must follow the Schengen area passport requirements. This means that your passport must be:

You must check your passport meets these requirements before you travel. If your passport was issued before October 1, 2018, extra months may have been added to its expiry date.

British nationals travelling from the UK don’t need a passport to visit Ireland. However, Irish immigration officers will check the ID of all passengers and may ask for proof of nationality. You are therefore advised to take your British passport with you.

If you’re using a passport to enter Ireland, it should be valid and in date. You should also check your air or sea carrier’s terms and conditions of travel. For journeys on the island of Ireland, British and Irish citizens do not require any travel