German · Travel & Getting Around
"Passport" in German: Reisepass
der Reisepass
Note: also: der Pass
Passport in German is der Reisepass. People also say der Pass for short. You show it at Passkontrolle when you travel.
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How to pronounce Reisepass
Say it
RYE-zuh-pass
/ˈʁaɪzəˌpas/
RYE-zuh-pass. Stress RYE. The ei is like English eye; final pass as in English pass.
"Passport" in German: quick reference
| German | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| der Reisepass | the passport Full official word. | Full official word. |
| der Pass | the passport / pass Short everyday form. | Short everyday form. |
| Passkontrolle | passport control Border check. | Border check. |
| den Reisepass zeigen | to show one's passport At the counter. | At the counter. |
How to use Reisepass in real life
- 1Packing
Hast du den Reisepass eingesteckt?
Did you put the passport in?
Den Reisepass is masculine accusative.
- 2At the airport
Bitte den Reisepass bereithalten.
Please have your passport ready.
Staff instruction style.
- 3Renewal talk
Mein Reisepass ist bald abgelaufen.
My passport expires soon.
Abgelaufen for expired.
Mistakes English speakers make with Reisepass
Incorrect: die Reisepass
Correct: der Reisepass
Reisepass is masculine.
Incorrect: Ich brauche mein Passport.
Correct: Ich brauche meinen Reisepass.
Use the German word Reisepass (or Pass), not English passport.
Good to know
Within the Schengen Area you may not show a Reisepass often, but flying or leaving the zone you will. Keep digital copies separate from the physical Pass. German passports are dark red and officially called Reisepass.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Leaving for the airport
ChatPal
Wo ist dein Reisepass?
Where is your passport?
You
Hier, der Reisepass steckt in der vorderen Tasche.
Here, the passport is in the front pocket.
ChatPal
Gut. Ohne Reisepass kommen wir nicht weiter.
Good. Without a passport we won't get far.
You
Ich checke nochmal. Reisepass, Ticket, Handy.
I'll check again. Passport, ticket, phone.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Passport" in German
Is Reisepass or Pass better?
Both work. Reisepass is clearer; Pass is the short form.
What gender is Reisepass?
Masculine: der Reisepass, den Reisepass.
How do you say passport control?
Passkontrolle.
How do you say my passport expired?
Mein Reisepass ist abgelaufen.
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