Irish Travelers Urged to Check Passport Details to Avoid Airport Denials

Galway: You know how important your passport is when traveling. It’s your ticket to adventure. But did you know it needs to be in good shape?

Many folks think about rips or tears, but there’s more to it. Irish passport holders are being warned about two specific things.

Travel expert Eoghan Corry says novelty stamps can be a real problem. Some passport control officers might see them as invalid. Imagine getting turned away because of a fun stamp from Antarctica!

These stamps are often found in cool places like Machu Picchu or Checkpoint Charlie. They’re great souvenirs, but they can cause big headaches at the airport.

If you love collecting them, consider using an old passport or a notebook instead. It’s a safer bet!

Eoghan also mentioned checking your passport’s expiration date. Countries like Morocco and Turkey won’t let you in if you have less than six months left.

Each country has its own rules, and they can change quickly. So, it’s smart to check the Department of Foreign Affairs website before you travel. They have all the info you need about visas and security alerts.