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For a U.S. visitor, a passport for a Schengen trip must expire at least how long after the planned departure?

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  1. 3 months
  2. 6 months
  3. 1 month

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References

  1. Travel documents for non-EU nationals, Your Europe europa.eu/youreurope/citizens/travel/entry-exit/non-eu-nationals/index_en.htm Checked 2026-10-12.
  2. France entry requirements, GOV.UK www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/france/entry-requirements Checked 2026-10-12.

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