Big change coming for Isle of Man travellers

Summary

Each year around 300,000 people travel between Liverpool and the Isle of Man on Steam Packet ferries, and now they may soon experience a big change.

For decades British citizens travelling on the route have been able to board the vessels and enter the Isle of Man without having to show a passport or other official ID.

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It was published by Liverpool Business News on 6 September 2026.

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