It looks like hubby and I can qualify for reduced/free fares on Prague public transportation. We'd probably get the 24/72 hour pass for each of use. It says we must be able to prove our ages upon request with either a passport or EU ID card. Obviously we would need to use a passport, but I'm wondering if a printed color copy is sufficient. Anyone know for sure?
Posted by
Virginia, USA
6936 posts
A photocopy is useless. You are required to carry your passport on you by law so just show that.
Per the U.S. State Dept website https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/czechia.html#local
U.S. citizens must follow local laws. If you break local laws, even by mistake, you could be deported, arrested, or imprisoned.
Ensure the security of your passport and other valuables to prevent incidents of pickpocketing or theft.
Always carry your passport. Czech Police, customs, or immigration officials can request to see your passport at any time. You may be fined if you fail to produce your original passport.
Posted by
Chattanooga, TN USA
712 posts
Carry your passport—we were checked three times in 5 days in Prague. I am 70 and rode free.
Posted by
OP
Frisco, Texas
23 posts
Thanks so much for your prompt replies. We'll be prepared to show our passports when requested.
Posted by
Lynnwood, Washington
10722 posts
I am a bit confused. Do you need a pass or is showing your passport if asked enough? Most systems, simply showing ID is enough.
Posted by
Republic of Texas / U.S.A. / Magyarország / Budapest
27946 posts
Prague is difficult. For over 70 its free, no ticket, but you have to show a passport. Nothing less than a real passport for a US citizen. I just looked at the 65 to 70 ticket. Its half price and again, you need a real, authentic, offiical, red white and blue passport.
Where I live, showing age on your face is generally adequate and if they do ask (rare), anything with a photo and an age works.
But in the Czech repulblic like where I live the law stipulates that an American carry their passport at all times. I know, that cant possibly apply to "certain Americans" or Rick Steves "Travelers", but oddly it does.
Posted by
Edinburgh
2824 posts
unless things have changed in the last few months then the free transport applies to 65 or over in Prague and discount tickets apply for 60-65year olds. Passport or European ID card required to confirm age.
In other cities like Brno, Plzen and Cesky Budejovice then you need to be 70 to get free transport.
Posted by
Republic of Texas / U.S.A. / Magyarország / Budapest
27946 posts
By golly you are correct.
Posted by
Edinburgh
2824 posts
I am in the country a lot and actually today just booked a trip to visit friends for a pre Christmas get together in Plzen/
BTW additional info in using trains in the country ,discounts upto 50% can be got for over 65's but if you want to go first class you pay the full price inless you have a special discount card (I don't have one)