Katie Price opens up about husband Lee Andrews 'travel ban' as he stays in Dubai
April 17, 2026
Speculation has been rife over whether Katie Price's latest hubby Lee was unable to leave the country due to a travel ban, and now Katie has seemingly confirmed it's true
Katie Price has addressed the ongoing speculation surrounding her husband, Lee Andrews, and his inability to leave Dubai, alluding to a potential "travel ban" that is keeping him in the United Arab Emirates. The couple, who married in a whirlwind ceremony in Dubai in January 2026 just days after meeting, have been the subject of intense media scrutiny. Price’s recent comments, made on her podcast, have now added fuel to the reports that Andrews is unable to travel to the United Kingdom.
During a conversation with her sister Sophie on the podcast, Price appeared to confirm the restrictions on her husband's travel. When questioned about the situation, Price explained how easily a travel ban can be implemented in Dubai, stating it can be for minor infractions. She described the UAE as "strict," suggesting that a travel ban could be issued for anything from an unpaid bill to a parking ticket. This has seemingly validated long-running rumors that Andrews has been prevented from leaving the country due to legal issues, which he has previously denied.
The couple's relationship has been unconventional from the start, with their rapid courtship and marriage raising eyebrows and reportedly causing concern among Price's family. Since their nuptials, Price has been flying back and forth to Dubai to spend time with Andrews, a businessman who claims to have resided in the emirate for over two decades. Price has maintained that her life and her five children are in the UK and has shut down any suggestion that she would permanently move to the Middle East. This long-distance arrangement is reportedly putting a strain on the new marriage.
The situation is further complicated by the history and public perception of Lee Andrews. Since marrying Price, the self-described multimillionaire has faced numerous allegations, including accusations of being a scammer and questions surrounding the source of his wealth. He has also been accused of using fake social media posts to suggest he was in the UK. Andrews has publicly denied fraud allegations and has attempted to clarify his financial standing, at one point claiming a past relationship was a major source of his income.
For now, Price has indicated she will continue to travel to Dubai to be with her husband, stating that he will come to England "when he needs to." She has defended him publicly, but her recent podcast comments are the most direct acknowledgement of his travel limitations. The future of their marriage appears to hinge on resolving Andrews' status in Dubai, as Price has made it clear she has no plans to relocate her family. The couple remains physically separated by thousands of miles, with no clear timeline on when they might be able to reside in the same country.
Source: dailystar