Aer Lingus to require passports for UK-Ireland flights

Monday, 09 Feb, 2026 0

Aer Lingus is tightening its passenger ID rules for UK-Ireland flights this month.

From February 25, all Irish passengers flying across the Irish Sea will have to produce their passport or passport card.

Due to special rules governing UK-Ireland travel, other forms of identification have been acceptable, such as a driving licence and birth certificate.

Later this month this changes, with Aer Lingus only accepting valid passport documents.

The change is related to a new electronic travel authorisation (ETA) system coming into force in the UK.



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