British children born overseas could be denied entry to the UK from next week because of a change in passport rules. From February 25 British dual citizens will have to present a British passport when travelling to the UK, or obtain a “certificate of entitlement” costing £589. The move has caused panic and confusion among expat families whose children do not have a British passport. “This discrimination will affect millions of dual UK citizens who don’t live in the UK,” she said. Aspokesperson said it should only be a last resort and the government prefers for British citizens to apply for a passport.

Source: The Times February 16, 2026 21:22 UTC