Whether you can enter Paris with just a National ID card depends entirely on your nationality and where you are traveling from. If you are a citizen of a Schengen Area country (such as Germany, Italy, or Spain), you can enter France using only your valid National ID card; a passport is not required for these EU internal borders. However, as of early 2026, France and several other nations have extended "temporary" border controls, so while your ID is legally sufficient, you should expect more frequent checks at airports and train stations. For French citizens, a new "France Identité" digital ID is being rolled out in 2026 for domestic and select Schengen flights. Conversely, if you are from a non-EU country like the UK, USA, or Canada, you must have a physical passport to enter France. It is also important to note that by late 2026, the ETIAS system will be mandatory for visa-exempt non-EU citizens, adding an extra layer of digital authorization required alongside your passport for any trip to the French capital.