Do you need a passport to drive from Austria to Germany?


Do you need a passport to drive from Austria to Germany? You don't normally need to show your passport or ID when crossing the internal borders of the Schengen area.


Do I need to carry my passport in Austria?

Carry your passport when crossing borders, even within the Schengen area. Children aged under 18 years who travel alone or with one parent may need a letter of consent from the non-travelling parents. Check with an embassy or consulate of Austria for details.


Do you need a passport to go from Munich to Salzburg?

You would be better off keeping it in Munich. You have to take the passport with you. That there are no (regular) border controls does not mean that you can cross borders without passport. If you go without passport you're entering Austria illegally.


What documents do I need to drive in Austria?

When driving in Austria, you should always carry a full valid licence, car ownership documents, and insurance details. Driving licences from EU and EEA countries are generally valid for an unlimited time in Austria.


Do they check passports on trains in Europe?

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.


What countries can you enter without a passport?

Where Can I Travel Without a Passport?
  • Best Places to Travel Without a US Passport.
  • Puerto Rico.
  • US Virgin Islands.
  • Northern Mariana Islands.
  • American Samoa.
  • Guam.
  • Canada.
  • Mexico.