Eurostar check-in processEurostar passengers require a valid passport or identity card. You will pass through UK, French, Dutch or Belgian customs depending on the journey you are undertaking.
Do you need a passport for London train to Paris?
You need your passport when going from London to Paris, whether it's by train, plane, or any other method. Even if you're an EU citizen.
Do you need passport from London to Amsterdam on train?
If you're taking the Eurostar from London, you'll need a passport or national identity card. For journeys from within the Schengen Area into Amsterdam, there won't be passport checks as such – and you won't need your passport to purchase tickets – but you'd be mad not to carry some form of valid ID with you!
Do you need passport for train in France?
Rule #3: When boarding a train (or bus or plane) in Europe, always have your passport with you, not just a regular ID.
Can you get the train to Paris without a passport?
Citizens of EU and/or Schengen countries entering France on the Eurostar need only their EU/Schengen passport. Travellers of other citizenships going from the UK to France via the Eurostar must also have a valid passport and meet the visa requirements for their nationalities.
Can I go to Paris without passport?
A valid passport for at least six months after the date of return from France; the passport must be issued less than ten years from the date you enter France. Make sure you check your passport before traveling to France. An accommodation proof document; this document must prove that you have a place to stay in France.
Is there passport control at Eurostar London?
Passport controlYour passport will be checked twice – first for UK exit checks and then by the French authorities.
Do you need a passport to go to Paris via Eurostar?
You need a valid passport to travel between the UK and the EU.
Is there passport control at Amsterdam Eurostar?
Check-in at Amsterdam CentraalIn the westbound direction from Amsterdam Centraal to London you must check in at the Eurostar terminal at least 30 minutes before departure for a security check and passport control, ideally 60-90 minutes.
Do I need my passport for Eurostar?
Do they check passports on European trains?
Passport checks used to be carried on the international Eurostar train, but all formalities are now carried out before boarding. At some border crossings, the train stops twice. First on one side of the border for checks and then on the other side for a second set of checks.
Can a US citizen travel to France without a passport?
Documents and entry requirements for US citizens to FranceAmericans need the following document to travel to France: Valid US passport. ETIAS authorisation (from 2025) COVID-19 health documents.
Can an American travel to France without a passport?
Yes! All U.S. citizens traveling to France must have a valid passport that should meet the following requirements: It should be valid 3 months past the date of intended departure from France or the general Schengen area, It should be in good condition, i.e., unaltered and undamaged, and.
Do you go through border control on the Eurostar?
The United Kingdom operates juxtaposed immigration controls on the Eurostar routes. Therefore, our immigration checks are carried out prior to departure from the stations in France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Passengers disembarking on arrival at St Pancras are not routinely subject to any further checks.
Is there Border Control when you get off the Eurostar?
All of our border and luggage checks take place before you depart, which means you can simply hop off the train when you arrive. There may be times when you experience queues at the station.
Can I travel to Paris from London with US passport?
U.S. citizens must have a passport which is valid for at least six months after your entry date, and at least 90 days after your return date. U.S. passport holders do not need a visa to enter France for stays up to 90 days.
Is there immigration control on Eurostar?
Only Immigration Control takes place at the station where you depart. When travelling from Paris or Brussels to London on the Eurostar, you pass through UK Customs on arrival at St Pancras. You walk through the Customs Inspection area.
What documents do you need for Eurostar?
Here's the lowdown. You'll need a valid passport. Depending on your nationality and the purpose of your stay, you may need additional travel documents, like a visa. And if you don't need a visa to visit the UK, you may need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) instead.
Do you need a passport for train to Paris?
Citizens of EU and/or Schengen countries entering France on the Eurostar need only their EU/Schengen passport. Travellers of other citizenships going from the UK to France via the Eurostar must also have a valid passport and meet the visa requirements for their nationalities.
How early should I arrive for Eurostar 2023?
Check-in for Eurostar journeys opens an hour and 15 minutes before departure. We recommend that you arrive at least 90 minutes prior to your train leaving so you can have a stress-free check-in.