Does the Eurostar stamp your passport?


Does the Eurostar stamp your passport? Check that you have a clear page in your passport, as it will need to be stamped with your travel date when you're travelling to and from the EU. If you don't have a passport yet or your passport needs renewing, please allow plenty of time to apply before your trip.


Do you get your passport stamped in Paris?

You will have it stamped at CDG if Paris is your entry to Schengen area. There are no stamping on crossing between Schengen countries and there is no one to ask for a stamp, unless you fly. Hi, as a non EU passport holder, I have always had my passport stamped on entry to France at an immigration point.


Do you get food on Eurostar?

Yes. Train journeys are thirsty work, so we have all your food and drink needs covered. Eurostar Café offers a wide range of meals, snacks and drinks. If you are travelling in Premium, a catering service at your seat is included with your booking.


What happens if you miss the Eurostar?

What if I miss my Eurostar / National Rail journey as a result of delay? If you miss your Eurostar service as a result of delays or cancellations to your National Rail service on your outbound journey you will be placed on the next available service to your Continental destination at no extra charge.


How strict is security on Eurostar?

The security check is similar to what happens at an airport with all luggage going through the x-ray machine (so you have to be able to lift it!), and passengers walking through a metal detector.


Can you still ask for your passport to be stamped?

If everything is running like clockwork, however, you have absolutely nothing to lose by asking politely for an official stamp. More often than not, the officer will be happy to give you one and you'll have an extra memory to take away from your travels. It can even work in places where there isn't immigration.


Is there Border Control on 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. This can particularly happen on peak days or when checks take a bit longer.


Why didn t France stamp my passport?

The European Union will be implementing a new digital system that will replace stamping passports upon arrival. Getting your passport stamped when traveling to Europe may become a thing of the past as a new screening system upon arrival is expected to launch next year.


Do they check passports on train from Paris to London?

Travel by train between London and Paris does not typically involve a passport check at the border. Passport checks are generally conducted when crossing international borders, but there is no border check between the United Kingdom and France as they are both part of the European Union's (EU) Schengen Area.


Can I travel on the Eurostar with a US passport?

To travel on Eurostar you need either a valid passport or a national identity card (EEA citizens and Swiss nationals). Babies and children must have their own valid travel documents.


Do you really need to be 90 minutes early for Eurostar?

The check-in procedure for Eurostar train journeys takes roughly 20 minutes from start to finish, and depending on the class you're travelling in, it's recommended that you arrive at least 90 minutes before your Eurostar train leaves.


How strict are Eurostar with luggage?

On Eurostar there's no weight limit for your luggage, but you must be able to carry and lift your bags safely on your own, as there is no porter service at the station and our teams are unfortunately unable to help with luggage. Each bag can be up to 85cm long at its widest point and should be clearly labelled.


Do you go through passport control on Eurostar?

How does Eurostar check-in work? Once you've scanned your ticket at the gates, you'll join the baggage check, identical to what you have at an airport. After that, you'll enter a line for passport inspections. For EU passengers, there are also electronic gates which you can use if you have an e-passport.