29/01/2026
Important information for clients travelling to the United Kingdom
Australian-British or Australian-Irish dual citizens must enter the UK on their British or Irish passports, or through a certificate of entitlement in another valid passport. These dual citizens are unable to obtain an ETA or visa to enter the UK. Dual citizens may not be able to board a flight to the UK without a valid document (visit smartraveller.gov.au) The UK government has advised these requirements will be strictly enforced from 25 February
If you’re an Australian-British or Australian-Irish dual national, from 25 February 2026, there are changes to the passport and visa rules that apply to you when travelling to the UK.
If you’re a dual national, you must either:
• use your British or Irish passport to enter the UK. If your passport isn’t current or you don’t have one, you will need to renew or apply for one prior to travel; OR
• get a certificate of entitlement from GOV.UK, if you want to use your Australian (or another foreign country) passport and do not currently hold a British or Irish passport.
Dual nationals will no longer be able to:
• get an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter the UK
• get a visa to enter the UK
You might not be able to board your flight to the UK if you do not have a British or Irish passport, or a certificate of entitlement.
If you are a dual national, check the requirements, arrange necessary documents, and make sure everything is ready before you travel.
For more info, visit: https://www.gov.uk/dual-citizenship