DOVER PORT UPDATE | There are currently small queues at Border controls, please allow a minimum of 90 minutes before your departure to complete all controls. DFDS check in is free flowing. Keep an eye on this feed for more updates.
Has Dover backlog cleared?
A “backlog” of tourists looking to cross the channel into France via the Port of Dover over the weekend has been cleared. The port said 72,000 passengers, which it estimated to equal more than 200 miles worth of traffic, was cleared on Sunday (24 July).
How early should I arrive for Dover ferry?
The crossing via Calais to Dover has 10 sailings per day. We advise you to be at the port 60 to 90 minutes before departure. In high season and during the holidays, we encourage you to be present at least 90 minutes before departure.
What is causing delays at Dover?
The French authorities have blamed the delays on the additional checking and stamping of British passports.
How long does it take to get through customs at Dover?
We estimate that you will need between 1 to 2 hours at the facility to go through customs clearance. Make sure you leave sufficient time when planning your journey.
Why is there a queue of lorries at Dover?
A spokesperson for Logistics UK, which represents hauliers, ferry companies, ports and customs agents, told Reality Check: “The queues we are seeing now result from the implementation of UK import requirements combined with volumes that are now picking up.”
Are P&O running from Dover?
The company plans to resume operating between Dover and Calais this week and is currently selling tickets for cross-Channel sailings. The first departure on its Spirit of Britain ship is due to leave the Kent port at 4.25am on Wednesday.
What happens if I miss my ferry at Dover?
On our English Channel services, if you miss your ferry crossing for any reason, you can transfer free of charge (subject to availability) to the sailing directly after your original booked crossing time. If you have purchased a Flexi ticket this transfer window is extended to 72 hours.
Can I just turn up at Dover and get a ferry?
You can just turn up of course. However, you may well end up paying a premium amount of £££ for your last-minute crossing, just like lo cost plane co’s, crossing fares get more expensive, the later you leave it.
Is the Port of Dover running smoothly?
All approach roads to the Port (A2 / A20) are flowing normally. #TrafficUpdate at #PortofDover at 0700. Tourist & freight traffic is free flowing through the Port. All approach roads to the Port (A2 / A20) are flowing normally.
Are ferries running between Dover and Calais?
The ferry crossing from Dover to Calais is approximately 90 minutes on high speed ferries servicing this route. The DFDS service runs up to 10 sailings per day, P&O Ferries runs up to 11 sailings per day and Irish Ferries runs up to 4 sailings per day. Dover Calais is the fastest ferry crossing from England to France.
Are ferries running to France from Dover?
Dover to Calais Ferries. The DFDS Dover to Calais ferry route operates up to 30 daily sailings between England and France. Start your autumn adventure with a ferry crossing to France with DFDS. With crossings of just 100 minutes and Duty Free shopping onboard and shoreside, it’s a great way to start your break.
Has the Port of Dover reopened?
After two years of pandemic restrictions, the Port of Dover Regatta will be returning on Saturday 6th August 2022.
How long does passport control take at Dover?
about 10-20 minutes
The passport control is usually fairly fast. But you may be called in by Customs to have your vehicle inspected and this can take about 10-20 minutes.
Is 1 hour enough for customs?
The recommended layover time for international flights is generally longer, as you will have to go through customs and immigration before boarding your next flight. In most cases, a 30-minute layover for domestic flights and an hour for international flights is considered a minimum, or short, layover.
How much time do you need to clear customs?
Typically, customs clearance takes less than 24 hours, however, there are times where it can take several days or weeks for goods to be inspected.
How long are the lorry queues at Dover?
20 miles
So reports of queues stretching up to 20 miles in recent weeks have inevitably raised concerns about the smoothness of Britain’s exit from the bloc, not least because more border checks from later this year are only likely to worsen any issues. But to what extent is Brexit the cause of the jams at the port?
Why are there big queues at Dover?
Lengthier checks following Brexit
Mark Simmonds of the British Ports Association said that more stringent border checks were a “reality of life” after Brexit and the creation of an external border with France. “There are going to be queues now because it takes longer to get through,” he said.
Is Dover the busiest port in the UK?
Dover is the UK’s busiest passenger port and the busiest roll-on roll-off ferry port in Europe.
Are P&O ferries back to normal?
In a statement, a spokesperson for P&O Ferries said: “Both the Spirit of Britain and Pride of Kent have now returned to service on the Channel, and are transporting passengers as normal.
Why are P&O not sailing Dover?
P&O Ferries will not sail from the Port of Dover “anytime soon,” KentLive has been told. It comes as the operator controversially sacked 800 seafarers over a video call last month. The company’s vessels were taken out of service for safety checks, which left DFDS Seaways and Irish Ferries taking on P&O’s bookings.