To whom are the facilitations granted under the 2026 UK/EU Treaty in relation to Gibraltar and its future relationship with the EU?
Short answer
Holders of Gibraltar identity cards, whether or not they live in Gibraltar, and residents of Gibraltar who hold blue, magenta or green civilian registration cards benefit from the treaty facilitations. These include free circulation within the Schengen Area and exemptions from border requirements such as the EU Entry/Exit System (EES).
Detailed answer
The Government of Gibraltar's Technical Notice of Tuesday 13 October 2026 describes the group covered as holders of Gibraltar identity cards, irrespective of whether they reside in Gibraltar, and holders of Gibraltar civilian registration cards. Civilian registration card holders are covered irrespective of nationality. To benefit, carry your passport together with your Gibraltar identity card or civilian registration card and present both to border authorities at Schengen external borders. The card is what establishes your entitlement to the exemptions.