What do I need to know about Brexit and travelling?

To make your European cruise as smooth as possible, here is some helpful information about Brexit and travelling. You can view full details, sign up for email alerts and check travel advice on the UK Government’s dedicated page.

PASSPORTS

Check the date your passport expires. When travelling to the EU, you’ll need to have at least 6 months left on your passport on sailings leaving the EU (Schengen area). On sailings in the EU (Schengen area) only, passport must be valid for 3 months after return home.

You should also check when your passport was renewed. If you renewed a 10-year adult passport before it expired, extra months may have been added to its validity. This additional time may not count towards the 6 months that must be remaining. Click here to check the validity of your passport under these rules.

If you need to renew your passport, you can do this online or at the Post Office with a Check and Send service.

Please ensure you allow plenty of time to renew your passport before your cruise holiday.

TRAVEL AND HEALTH INSURANCE

European Health Insurance Cards (EHIC) issued before 31 December 2020 will continue to be valid until their expiration date when travelling to an EU country.

When travelling in the EU and beyond, you must obtain travel insurance with healthcare cover before you leave home. Ensure that it covers your circumstances – including any pre-existing medical conditions. If you have an annual policy, make sure you check the T&Cs and contact your insurance provider if you’re unsure.

VISAS

UK citizens won’t need a visa for short, tourist trips to most EU countries. You may have to show details of your cruise itinerary and use separate lanes from EU citizens when clearing immigration.