Introduce a minimum 6-month grace period for UK dual citizen travel rules.

Require the Government to introduce a minimum 6-month grace period before enforcing new travel rules requiring British dual citizens to use a UK passport or certificate of entitlement, allowing sufficient time to obtain documentation before travel and avoid disruption to existing travel plans.

Last fetched 07 May 2026 · petition.parliament.uk

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Background

The new requirements affect many British citizens living overseas, including children born abroad who do not yet hold UK passports. Obtaining a first UK passport from overseas can take significant time and cost, especially for families. Without a transition period, British citizens may be denied boarding or have existing travel plans disrupted despite their citizenship. A minimum 6-month grace period would allow reasonable time to obtain documentation and comply.