The little-known rule that could land Ryanair & Aer Lingus passengers with fine

A WARNING has been issued to airline passengers over a little-known rule that could land them a big fine when they arrive at a destination.

You might face a hefty fine if you’re not careful with what you bring on your flight from a non-EU country like the UK.

Maryanne Sparkes, a travel expert at European Waterways, clarified an important rule for those travelling this summer.

She said: “If you travel to the EU from a non-EU country, you are not allowed to bring any meat or dairy products with you – this includes those you would find in a meal deal sandwich.”

This rule affects popular airport meal deals that include meat or dairy products.

She added: “If you are carrying any undeclared meat or dairy products, they will be confiscated and destroyed.

“Additionally, you may be fined or face criminal prosecution.”

You are allowed to bring a small quantity of specific food, but it’s important to check the regulations before travelling this summer.

Maryanne advised to consume these sandwiches in the airport or on the plane, but they must be disposed of either before you get off the flight or as soon as you enter the terminal at the other side.

This includes Chicken and Bacon, Ham and Cheese, BLT, Turkey and Swiss, Egg and Bacon, Chicken Caesar, Chicken and Stuffing, Ham Salad with Cheese, Beef and Horseradish, and Tuna Mayo and Sweetcorn.

Sparkes cautioned: “When arriving in the EU, you may have to undergo official controls by the authorities.

“These new regulations are part of stricter biosecurity measures implemented by the EU to prevent the spread of animal diseases.

“While travellers have always been restricted from bringing in certain animal products from non-EU countries, the new rules specifically target those coming from the UK following its exit from the European Union.”

To avoid fines or legal trouble, make sure to leave any meat or dairy products behind before you land.

HEATWAVE ALERT

Meanwhile, temperatures are set to rocket in parts of Europe tomorrow.

Spain, Italy and Greece are bracing for an extreme heatwave this week.

Parts of Spain, especially Seville, Cordoba, Jaen and areas near the Portugal border are expected to experience high temperatures exceeding 40C tomorrow.

Most of Spain will also see mercury in the mid to upper 30s, with Spanish weather bosses even issuing a yellow weather warning for Southern Andalucia.

Italy and Greece will experience their highest temperatures a bit later on July 16.

The worst-hit areas in this region of the upcoming heatwave will be around the popular tourist hot-spots Bari, Catania and Larissa.

Most of Greece and Italy will also see rising temperatures, and its expected to peak at 39C over the next week.

Tourists and locals are now being advised to stay cautious, as Italy and Greece have issued weather warnings due to the extreme heat.