Passport expiration policy inside EU for EU residents

1. Can I travel in EU with less than 6 months on passport?
2. Can you travel with an expired passport within Europe?
3. Can I travel to France if my passport expires in 3 months?
4. What happens if your passport expires in a foreign country?
5. How strict is the 6 month passport rule?
6. Can I travel to Spain if my passport expires in 3 months?
7. Can I enter UK with expired EU passport?
8. Can you travel back to your country with an expired passport?
9. Do they check passports on trains in Europe?
10. How many months do I need on my passport to travel to France?
11. Can I travel to Europe with a passport that expires in 3 months?
12. Can I still use my EU passport?

Can I travel in EU with less than 6 months on passport?

You need to have at least 6 months left on an adult or child passport to travel to most countries in Europe (not including Ireland). ... Any extra months on your passport over 10 years may not count towards the 6 months needed.

Can you travel with an expired passport within Europe?

Normally, yes. There are of course no routine inspections of travel documents (passports / ID cards) at national borders within the Schengen Area. It is possible (I don't know) that some countries may accept a (recently) expired passport.

Can I travel to France if my passport expires in 3 months?

Passport validity

You must have at least 6 months left on an adult or child passport to travel to most countries in Europe (not including Ireland). ... Any extra months on your passport over 10 years may not count towards the 6 months needed.

What happens if your passport expires in a foreign country?

The short answer is “no,” at least not if you're traveling out of the country. An expired passport is simply not acceptable for international travel. If your passport is expired or is expiring within the next 6 months, you need to renew your passport. ... By definition, an expired passport isn't valid.

How strict is the 6 month passport rule?

As a general rule, passports must be valid for six months beyond the date the traveler will exit the U.S., however, the U.S. has signed agreements with a number of countries to waive this requirement.

Can I travel to Spain if my passport expires in 3 months?

When traveling to Spain for short-term stays, third-country nationals must hold a passport valid for three months beyond the length of stay. ... European Union citizens do not need a visa to travel to Spain, and in fact, it is also possible for these citizens to travel within the region with a valid ID card.

Can I enter UK with expired EU passport?

You should be fine. If it's not long expired the most they'll probably do is just remind you that you need to renew it. You should be fine. If it's not long expired the most they'll probably do is just remind you that you need to renew it.

Can you travel back to your country with an expired passport?

No, you can't travel back to your country on an expired passport if your passport expires while you're away. In fact, if your passport is due to expire before the return flight to your country, you won't be allowed to enter the country that you're visiting in the first place.

Do they check passports on trains in Europe?

Although in most European countries there are no passport border checks, companies can refuse to board you if you do not have a travelling passport (or some other ID proving that you are in Europe legally).

How many months do I need on my passport to travel to France?

We recommend that your passport have at least six months' validity remaining. The Government of France does not recognize the 12-page U.S. emergency passport, issued by U.S. embassies and consulates overseas, as a valid travel document for visa-free entry into France.

Can I travel to Europe with a passport that expires in 3 months?

Most countries let you stay for up to 3 months without a visa. That's why they require at least 3 months validity on your passport past your departure date. But a few countries, including in Europe, have expanded the passport validity requirement to 6 months.

Can I still use my EU passport?

Is my EU/UK passport still valid after Brexit? Will I have to get a new blue passport to go to the EU? UK passport holders will be able to travel to the EU/EFTA on their passport as long as it is less than 10 years old and has at least six months left on its expiry date.