His Majesty’s Passport Office shared a warning to Brits on X: “Planning a last-minute summer getaway? “Remember that many countries require your passport to be valid for several months after your return date.”How long do you need on your passport to travel? “But if your passport was issued before September 2018, it might be valid for up to 10 years and nine months. “This is because, before 2018, the passport office would add up to nine extra months from your old passport to your new one. The process begins when the Passport Office receives your documents.

Source: The Herald March 29, 2026 18:05 UTC