Do Czech hotels need your passport?

Yes, hotels in the Czech Republic legally require your passport or a valid, official ID (for EU citizens) upon check-in to register you with the local authorities. They must verify your identity, and refusing to present it can lead to a denial of accommodation.

Do you need to carry your passport in Czech?

It is a legal requirement to carry ID. Always carry your passport. The police may fine or arrest you if you do not. They will normally accept a scan of your passport if you have not committed a crime.

Do you have to give your passport details to a hotel?

Yes, common practice, even for guests within the EU. If you feel uncomfortable doing this, email the hotel directly and tell them you will happily present your passport when you check in for a photocopy. This was scary at first but it's actually the law… you have to give your passport to the hotel desk clerk.

Does the hotel ask for a passport?

Accommodations are required to ask for your passport information as they have to “register” your stay. You are likely booked at a very small hotel, possibly self checkin? We had todo this at a couple of our smaller hotel stays in Italy last year. Yes it is common .

Can I check in a hotel without a passport?

A valid ID is required at time of check-in. Per UAE law, the following documents are acceptable forms of ID: Valid & original passport.

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Is it normal for hotels to ask for passports?

If in doubt, ask. In some circumstances it would be problematic to resist handing over your passport details. Hotels in Europe and Asia will routinely ask for your passport when you check in and make a photocopy of the photo page before returning it.

Do European hotels take your passport?

Being that it's a law for tourists to provide their passports to hotel staff, if one refuses to do so, they will likely not be allowed to check in and stay at the hotel, hostel, or Airbnb. In most cases, your passport will be immediately returned.

What ID do hotels accept?

International guests must present a valid passport. EU/Schengen guests may use a national ID card (e.g., Maltese ID, German Personalausweis). A driver's licence may also be accepted in some countries. UK/EU guests checking in within the UK or EU can present a passport, national ID card, or EU driver's licence.

What documents do I need to check into a hotel?

What should I know for hotel check-in? You'll need a government-issued ID to check in. You may need a credit card on file for incidental charges.

Is it normal for a hotel to ask for a passport photo?

Yep, they need to register you with the police. If you're in a hotel they take a photo of, or retain your passport, when you check in.

Is it normal for a hotel to scan a passport?

All hotels I've stayed in throughout the world ask for the passport. No a photocopy won't do, they need to scan it and enter it into their database. They won't keep it, you'll get it back in less than 5 minutes. They all ask for your passport and they usually scan or copy it.

Is it safe to give your passport number?

Never give a photocopy of or information from your travel document unless you're sure it's going to a trusted organization or individual. If you do share information from your travel document with someone, you are responsible for anything they do with that information.

What do I need to enter the Czech Republic from the UK?

Tourist Travel Requirements for an Czech Republic Visa for UK Citizens

1. Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with two blank pages and issued in the previous 10 years.
2. Hold proof of sufficient funds.
3. Hold proof of onward/return airline tickets.
4. Hold documents showing proof of purpose of trip.

How strong is a Czech passport?

The Czech passport ranks among the world's strongest, placing joint-seventh in the 2025 Henley Passport Index, according to data released this week by travel-based legal firm Henley & Partners. The index ranks 199 countries based on data from the International Air Transport Association.

What do I need to visit Czechia?

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Is it normal for hotels to ask for your passport?

They ask for security reasons, administrative reasons, and they are often bound by law to do so.

Do they ask for ID at hotels?

Yes, the requirement to be able to show identification applies to all resident guests. Children under 18 do not need ID as they must be accompanied by an adult.

What IDs are accepted at hotels?

According to government regulations, a valid Photo ID has to be carried by every person above the age of 18 staying at the hotel. The identification proofs accepted are Aadhar Card, Driving License, Voter ID Card, and Passport. Without Original copy of valid ID the guest will not be allowed to check-in.

Do hotels need to see your passport?

Yes, for us we have been asked in all the different European countries we've been to over the last couple of years. Most places some form if ID is required. Many will want a passport for none residents of the country.

What are the new passport rules for the EU?

New European passport rules involve the EU Entry/Exit System (EES) starting in late 2025/early 2026 for automated border checks (fingerprints/face scans) for non-EU visitors, replacing manual stamping, plus the upcoming ETIAS authorization for visa-exempt travelers (like UK citizens) from late 2026. Key existing rules for UK passport holders remain: passport must be less than 10 years old on entry and valid for 3 months beyond your departure date, with stricter interpretations (like Denmark's) adding complexity, so check your specific passport details carefully.
 

Do they check passports in the Schengen area?

Schengen states

If you are travelling from a country that is a member of the Schengen Agreement or arriving from there, you will enter the country without a passport check. Tip: We still recommend that you have an identity card or passport to hand.

Can two men share a bed in Dubai?

Two same-sex people sharing a bed is not a crime in UAE, but the act of homosexuality is a serious offense. It is advisable to avoid all kinds of public displays of affection and dress appropriately.

Can I bring my girlfriend to my hotel room?

As long as both individuals are above 18 years of age and are carrying a valid government-issued ID, booking and staying in a hotel is lawful. The Indian Constitution upholds every adult's right to privacy, which includes the freedom to choose where and with whom they wish to stay.

Can you sleep in the same room in Dubai if you're not married?

Yes, they can. The authorities of the United Arab Emirates allow unmarried people to live together, which is a great convenience for couples planning a longer stay in this city.