Question 17163 — identity papers

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Mr. Lionel Tivoli draws the attention of the Minister of Transport to the difficulties likely to result from the use of the national digital identity card contained in the France identity application during air travel. The decree of June 8, 2026 amending the decree of September 11, 2013 relating to civil aviation security measures integrated the digital identity card of the France identity application among the documents allowing the identity of passengers to be verified when boarding as well as when dropping off baggage in the hold. Since June 24, 2026, the information published by the administration specifies that this digital identity card can be presented from a smartphone in all French airports, regardless of the destination of the flight, subject to the physical documents which remain necessary during a check at the airport. borders or at a foreign airport. However, some airlines continue to indicate in their information intended for travelers that a physical identity document is mandatory and that documents presented in the France identity application are not accepted. This contradiction between national regulations, information disseminated by the administration and instructions posted by carriers creates significant insecurity for passengers, particularly on flights within France. It exposes travelers to the risk of being refused check-in or boarding even though they present an identity document provided for by the regulations applicable to civil aviation security. He therefore asks it to clarify whether air transport companies operating from a French airport are required to accept the France digital identity card for identity verification when boarding and dropping off baggage in the hold. He also asks what instructions have been transmitted by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation to airlines, airport operators and ground handling companies in order to ensure the uniform application of these regulations. Finally, he wants to know what measures the The Government intends to take steps to enable airlines to update their internal procedures, their websites and the instructions communicated to their staff without delay, so as to avoid any unjustified refusal of boarding and to guarantee clear and reliable information to travelers.

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1. 21 July 2026

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