The French passport is valid for 10 years.

The French passport is valid for a period of 10 years. The date of validity is written on the cover page of the passport. When the passport expires, it is no longer valid for travel. French adults can apply for a new passport at any time. Minors must apply for a new passport before the old one expires. The passports are valid for several journeys in the countries of the European Union and in the countries of the Schengen area.

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Can I use an expired passport?

Passport

In most countries you will need a valid passport to enter. Passports have a limited validity period. This means that you must ensure that your passport is valid before travelling.

Expiration date

The expiry date is indicated on the cover page of your passport. If you travel after the end of the day, you may not be able to enter the country.

The world

Laws vary by country. Some countries accept passports that expired several years ago. Some countries only accept newly issued passports.

Major

In some countries, children under 18 can travel with a valid passport from their parent. In some countries, children must have their own passport.

A passport is valid for 10 years.

A passport is a legal document that indicates a person’s identity and nationality. It is valid for a period of 10 years from its date of issue. When the passport expires, it must be renewed. In France, the passport is valid for all countries in the world. However, it is important to check the validity of the passport before leaving on a trip.

A passport is issued to all adults of French nationality. It is possible to apply for several passports, each valid for a period of 5 years. The passport application is made to the police or gendarmerie services.