From January 1, Britons will be allowed to visit Europe for up to 90 days out of 180.
But the EU is looking to introduce a new visa called the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) by the end of 2022.
It will be similar to America’s Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) pass, and is expected to cost €7 (around £6) and cover multiple short trips over a three-year period.
You might also pay mobile roaming charges when travelling to the EU as they could be reintroduced, though the Government has legislated to cap them at £45 per month, the same level as for non-EU countries.
Britons may also benefit from a new global health care (Image: Getty Images)
“What is going on with EHIC is that we were told until Christmas Eve it was ending.
“We were suddenly then told, or at least some journalists were told, and this has subsequently been confirmed to me by Downing Street, that cards all continue to be valid unless they are not valid in which case they will be expired.
“European Health Card continues. That is going to be highly relevant for people who are unable to travel because the cost of insurance is too high.”
Though the card itself will expire, Britons will be entitled to reciprocal healthcare cover according to the Government.
Latest Brexit healthcare advice for UK travellers issued by the Foreign Office
Government officials confirmed that UK-issued healthcare cards will remain valid for use in EU nations from January 1
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