Do I need to carry my passport on me in Paris?

All foreign visitors, including European Union (EU) nationals, must carry identification in the form of a passport or national identity card.



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So, should you carry your passport with you in France? Yes, and no. French laws require that citizens and foreigners have valid identification documents when moving around. Moreover, they may also require evidence of legal status, which law officers can request at any time.

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In general, across Europe, you should carry either your passport or a copy of it. You are required by law to have a valid form of identification.

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Many European hotels check your passport in addition to asking for a credit card for incidentals. In most cases, you only need to show your passport at check in, or, rarely, leave it overnight.

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Copies of All Identification Documents
Keep a hard copy of your documents in your carry-on and each checked bag of luggage with which you are traveling, in case any of them go missing during the trip. These copies can help you in multiple situations.

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Documents for Driving in France
  • A valid full (not provisional) driving licence.
  • A vehicle registration document (V5c) - the original not a copy, called carte grise (grey card) in France.
  • A motor insurance certificate.
  • Passport(s)


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While overseas, carry copies of your passport ID page and foreign visa with you at all times. If your passport is lost or stolen, report it immediately to the nearest embassy or consulate, or at 1-877-487-2778. Learn about travel regulations, local laws, and customs for your destination at travel.state.gov.

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Valid for three months
  • Andorra.
  • Austria.
  • Belgium.
  • Bulgaria.
  • Croatia.
  • Republic of Cyprus.
  • Czech Republic.
  • Denmark.


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The French currency is the Euro (€). You cannot buy anything in France with another currency. We recommend to withdraw Euros in French ATMs with your credit cards. French people are not used to carry a lot of cash, please be careful if you have some.

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Live animals and animal products: Live animals, as well as animal products such as fur, ivory, and reptile skin, are strictly prohibited. Certain fish and seafood: Certain types of fish and seafood, such as tuna and swordfish, are prohibited due to high levels of mercury.

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Mobile Passport Control (MPC) allows eligible travelers to submit their travel document, photo, and customs declaration information through a free, secure app on their smartphone or other mobile device.

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You must always carry a photo ID, such as your passport or driver's licence. Police conduct random checks, particularly at borders.

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It is mostly true that you need to carry some form of official ID on you at all times while out and about in France - and this applies to residents and visitors.

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You can use your card in France for most things, but if you want to shop at the street markets, you'll need cash — ATMs are typically onsite. Places like Porte de Clignancourt and Les Puces de Montreuil in Paris have some amazing deals for things you never thought you'd find.

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Look for a place in your hotel room where people wouldn`t think that it would be there, like under the TV or at the edge of the carpet. When the edge of the carpet can be pulled up and it is covered by furniture, people will not notice it there. When you get back after a day out, make sure to check on it immediately.

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In any event, it'll certainly take some time, and it's not going to be a particularly pleasant process. The bottom line: always, always, always keep your passport on your person or in your personal item — one that will never be gate-checked.

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