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Port of Dover prepares for busy summer
The Port of Dover is ramping up interim border control infrastructure to get travellers through the port and on their holidays as hassle-free as possible.
The port expects passenger numbers to return to pre-pandemic volumes this summer.
It has been working closely with ferry operators, border authorities, central government and Kent County Council to ensure it is as prepared as possible.
The port is installing 50% more booths for use by French border control to enable greater passenger throughput.
Internal traffic routes around the port have been repositioned to improve vehicle flows and new provisions such as toilet facilities and more refreshment stands will be available ahead of border controls.
Doug Bannister, Chief Executive of the Port of Dover, said: “We want everyone’s holiday to get off to the best start, and these measures should make a positive difference at busy times.”
The Port of Dover issued fresh traveller guidance to ease stress and speed up waiting times.
It recommends travellers always confirm ticket availability or book tickets before travelling to the port.
Traveller should double-check all documents are on hand and ready to show at French border controls and check-in booths.
Passengers are advised to expect average wait times of around 60-90 minutes for French border controls at the port during peak periods.
“While this will be a busy summer ahead at the Port of Dover, we are well prepared,” Bannister said.
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