Can I travel from the UK to France though my Passport has expired?

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My passport has expired and I need to go to France for my best friend's wedding. Is there a way I can get there without needing my passport? I'm a UK resident.



Best Answer

No. As a British citizen, you require a passport to travel outside the UK & Ireland. You will not be allowed to board the ferry without a passport, and if you somehow make it to France, you won't be allowed out of the port without a passport.

For example, here is what Brittany Ferries says:

You must have a valid and in-date passport or national identity card to travel with us. This applies to daytrips as well as longer stays abroad.

Have you considered using one of the urgent services to renew your passport? You can potentially get a new passport within days.




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Can I travel back to my country if my passport is expired?

The short answer is \u201cno,\u201d at least not if you're traveling out of the country. An expired passport is simply not acceptable for international travel. If your passport is expired or is expiring within the next 6 months, you need to renew your passport.

Can I travel with expired passport from UK?

The short answer is no, and the only way travellers happen to get through airport security with an expired or about to be expired British passport is by pure chance due to an inadequate security system.

How long do I need on my UK passport to travel to France?

Your passport must be:
  • Issued less than 10 years before the date you enter the country (check the 'date of issue')
  • valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the 'expiry date')




  • 6 Month Passport Validity Rule | Can I travel with less than 6 months left on my passport?




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