Would a birth certificate be enough to go to england by ferry?

slits

Hi, so I am not sure about whether or not a birth certificate would be enough to get the ferry to England, I have applied for a passport (which was difficult as I have no other form of ID or proper proof of address), I have my birth certificate and I have applied for an age card too but would just a birth certificate suffice. I'm quite short on time and I don't have time to wait for the passport or the age card. I have an ML10 from the guards if that would do either. Thanks for any help.

Atlantic Dawn

Photo ID would be required if you were checked.

Actually you are in luck...

Ireland/Britain Routes

Irish Ferries recommend all passengers bring a passport with them. Irish and British citizens do not strictly require a passport to travel between the two countries - some form of identification is however required. Please note that all nationalities except Irish or British require passports. Non-EU nationals should check with the British or Irish embassy before travelling as they may also need a visa. Passengers who turn up at our ports without valid documentation may not be allowed to enter either Ireland or Britain.

Useful means of identification when travelling on these routes are:

Passport
Driving Licence
European identity Card
Bank cards
Photo ID (school or college)
Utility Bills
Birth Certificate

Fred Swanson

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I have never been asked for I D on the ferry and have travelled as a foot passenger and in the car.