UK–Ireland Ferry Passport Rules Differ by Operator
From Monday, Irish Ferries requires passports on its Dublin–Holyhead and Rosslare–Pembroke routes in both directions, while Stena Line’s requirement covers passengers departing from four named ports. Both operators accept passport cards.
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BBC UK reports that the new passport requirement takes effect on Monday, but the two operators describe its scope differently. Irish Ferries names the Dublin–Holyhead and Rosslare–Pembroke routes, in both directions. It says all passengers, including British and Irish citizens, must show a passport, and that driving licences, national identity cards and other photographic ID will no longer be accepted on those routes.
Stena Line sets out its requirement by departure port: passengers travelling from Dublin, Holyhead, Fishguard or Rosslare must present a valid passport at check-in. The evidence does not specify matching route pairs for Stena Line. The changes are being introduced to comply with UK Border Force rules on passenger data before boarding, BBC UK reports.
Both operators accept passport cards. Separately, Irish Ferries says non-British and non-Irish citizens visiting the UK for a short stay of up to six months may need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).
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