EU Citizens - Passport / Visa:
On our Dover Calais route, to cross the UK border, EU Citizens need a passport which should be valid for the whole time you are in the UK. EU, EEA and Swiss citizens can travel to the UK for holidays or short trips without needing a visa. You may need a visa for trips for other purposes - check the website for UK government visa advice.
You cannot use an EU, EEA or Swiss national ID card to enter the UK, except in a very limited number of cases which are detailed on the UK government website.
British Citizens - Passport / Visa:
For entry to France, British citizens who are holders of UK passports must ensure:
- Passports are issued less than 10 years before the date you enter France (check the 'date of issue')
- Passports are valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave France (check the 'expiry date')
British citizens do not need a visa for a leisure stay in France of up to 90 days in a 180-day period. You may need a visa or permit to stay longer, to work or study, or for business travel. We recommend that you check the travel advice on the UK government website or the French Embassy website.
Non-EU nationals:
Non-EU nationals should check requirements with the relevant embassy before travelling, as they may need a visa as well as a passport. A visa can take several weeks to obtain, so please make the necessary arrangements well ahead of your travel date.
For further information on visas for travel to France, check the advice on the French government website. For information on visas for travel to England, check the advice on the UK government website.