Is my passport valid for Germany?
Check if your UK passport is valid for Germany — and for getting back into the UK.
Is my UK passport valid for Germany?
To enter Germany, your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after you leave Germany.
Your passport must have an expiry date at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave the Schengen area, and a date of issue less than 10 years before the date you arrive.
🛂 Visa: No visa needed for short stays (up to 90 days in any 180).
✈️ EU travel: the EU is introducing the EES (biometric entry/exit checks) and ETIAS (a paid visa-waiver authorisation — not a visa). Start dates have shifted — see our EES & ETIAS guide and gov.uk before you go.
Official Germany entry requirements on gov.uk →
Rule last verified 2026-06-22 against gov.uk. How we verify →
Enter your passport and travel dates above for an instant yes/no for your exact trip, including your return to the UK.
Common questions
Is my UK passport valid for Germany?
To enter Germany, a British citizen's passport must be valid for at least 3 months after you leave Germany, and it must still be valid when you return to the UK. Enter your passport and travel dates above for an exact yes/no.
How long does my passport need to be valid for Germany?
Your passport must be at least 3 months after the day you leave Germany. It must also have been issued less than 10 years before you arrive.
Does Germany require six months' passport validity?
No. Germany does not need a full six months — it requires your passport to be at least 3 months after the day you leave Germany. Don't assume the six-month rule; check the exact requirement above.
Do I need a visa for Germany?
No visa needed for short stays (up to 90 days in any 180).
My passport expires soon — can I still travel to Germany?
Only if it still meets the rule above on your travel dates. If it doesn't, your airline can refuse to board you. Renew before you travel — use the checker above to see exactly when your passport stops qualifying.
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