Norwegian Border Police Wrongly Deport British Tourist over Passport Rules

A British holidaymaker was erroneously deported from Norway after border officials misinterpreted EU passport validity rules, mistakingly claiming the passport was only valid until March 26, 2025. The traveller arrived at Oslo Airport on February 22, 2025, for a planned week-long holiday, but was detained and sent back to the UK for allegedly lacking sufficient passport validity. Despite having a valid passport that met the Schengen Borders Code requirements, the officials asserted it was not valid for three months after the intended departure date of March 1, 2025. This incident highlights a recurring issue where Norwegian authorities misapply passport rules, leading to wrongful deportations of British nationals. The situation has prompted calls for clearer guidance from authorities to prevent further confusion and passenger disruptions. Norwegian airline representatives expressed regret over the inconsistencies in border control directives that affect their passengers.