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Since Brexit, new passport validity rules for UK travellers to the European Union have caused confusion, and in some cases, travellers are being wrongly turned away at airports.
Recently, ground staff at KLM were reported to have misinterpreted the rules, causing chaos for passengers heading to Paris for a birthday celebration. Unfortunately, this isn’t an isolated incident – many airlines’ ground staff are getting passport requirements wrong, leaving travellers in distress.
With as many as 32 million Brits potentially at risk of falling foul of these regulations, it’s essential to understand the rules and how to avoid being caught out. So, how can you ensure your passport meets the new requirements? And if you do get turned away due to an error, what are your rights?
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