British Dad Stranded in Greece Due to New Travel Regulations
Dad stranded on Greek island after being stopped at airport despite living in UK since he was a baby
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Kyle Harris, a 39-year-old British citizen living in the UK, was denied boarding on a Jet2 flight from Kefalonia to the UK due to new Home Office regulations requiring valid UK passports for dual nationals. This has left him stranded and his family distressed as they seek assistance from the British consulate.
- 01Kyle Harris has lived in the UK since he was a baby but was stopped from boarding a flight due to new Home Office rules.
- 02The new regulations require dual nationals to present a valid UK or Irish passport, affecting many travelers.
- 03Kyle's wife, Ruth, expressed frustration over the lack of communication regarding the changes, which they were unaware of during their travels.
- 04The family is seeking help from the British consulate in Greece and has submitted documentation to prove Kyle's residency.
- 05Jet2 Airlines stated that their crew followed government legislation regarding documentation.
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Kyle Harris, a 39-year-old British citizen from South Yorkshire, is stranded on the Greek island of Kefalonia after being denied boarding on a Jet2 flight back to the UK due to new Home Office regulations. These rules, implemented in February, require dual nationals to present a valid UK or Irish passport for travel, which has left many, including Kyle, in difficult situations. Despite having lived in the UK for nearly his entire life, Kyle was informed he could not board the flight on his American passport. His wife, Ruth, expressed her frustration on social media, highlighting the emotional toll on their family, particularly their two sons. The couple is now seeking assistance from the British consulate and has provided extensive documentation to prove Kyle's right to return. The situation has raised concerns about the communication of these new regulations, with Ruth noting that many dual nationals are unaware of the changes. Jet2 Airlines confirmed that their staff acted according to government guidelines.
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The new travel regulations have caused significant distress for dual nationals returning to the UK, affecting families and individuals who are unaware of the changes.
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