Since when did the UK not check travel documents on airport departures?
All countries check travel documents on arrivals. Some check on departure too.
In UK there is no border control on airport departures.
It was not always like this, because I have seen stamps in old passports.
When was decided that everyone is fine on the way out?
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Does the UK know when you leave the country?
When exiting by air, the airline sends the passenger info to the Border Force, while if exiting by land (other than to Ireland), you clear immigration at the ferry port or train station. So yes, the Home Office (the UK's ministry of interior) will know if you're here or not.When were passports required for travel?
As early as January 1, 2008, U.S. citizens traveling between the U.S. and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda by land or sea (including ferries), may be required to present a valid U.S. passport or other documents as determined by the Department of Homeland Security.Does UK accept travel document?
You can enter the UK with one of the following identity documents: a passport. an Irish passport card. a national identity card issued by an EU country, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein, if you're eligible to use one.Do you need a passport to fly around the UK?
If you are flying solely within the UK, including Northern Ireland, you do not need a passport but we advise that you carry photographic identification with you when travelling, such as your passport or driving licence. This may be requested at certain points in your journey.Exodus: I tried to fly to London on a fake passport - BBC News
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