Travel guide to France (Paris) — Passport validity, power plugs, currency & emergency numbers
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- Capital: Paris
- Official language: French
- Currency: Euro (EUR · €)
- Passport validity & visa rule: Schengen Area: passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the EU. (Min. 3 months)
- Power plugs & electricity: Type C & E (2 round pins) · 230 V (50 Hz)
- Emergency numbers: Police: 112 / 17 | Ambulance: 112 / 15 (SAMU) | Fire: 112 / 18
- International calling code: +33
- Tap water safety: Safe tap water (ask for "une carafe d’eau" for free tap water at restaurants).
- Tipping custom: Service ("service compris" 15%) is included by law; leaving €1–€3 extra is a polite gesture.
- Driving side: Right