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The entry procedure at Orly Airport involves two steps: first, passengers interact with an EES (Entry/Exit System) kiosk, scanning their passport and answering yes/no questions regarding accommodation and sufficient funds. Second, they proceed to a border control officer who checks the passport without further interrogation. This process was observed 3 weeks ago at Orly.

At Orly Airport, passport control may no longer involve physical stamps for Schengen entry. Automated systems capture fingerprints, photos, and scan visas/passports. This is a normal procedure.

At Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) airport, Russian citizens with biometric passports may use automatic passport control gates for departure, even if the gates are not explicitly marked for Russian passports. Border staff sometimes direct Russian citizens to these gates. This process is confirmed for exiting France, not for entry. Traveling with an EU citizen spouse may also facilitate using these automatic systems.

When entering the Schengen area, border officers may occasionally request proof of funds. Common methods include showing cash directly or demonstrating bank balances via mobile banking applications. Some travelers report rarely being asked for this proof. If requested, displaying available funds in a digital banking app is an acceptable method.

When entering France (Schengen area), border control officers (notably at Lyon LYS and Nice NCE) frequently verify financial sufficiency. Travelers must prove they have at least 60 EUR per day with pre-booked accommodation, or 120 EUR per day without it. Apple Pay is insufficient proof; travelers must be prepared to show cash, physical cards, or open their banking application to demonstrate an active balance.

Children under 14 years old traveling to France are permitted to use a non-biometric passport, provided it has a valid visa and is not expired. This is generally accepted at border control.

Holders of a French 'attestation de prolongation d'instruction' (proving their application for renewal is being processed) can travel within the Schengen area. However, it is highly recommended to enter and exit the Schengen zone directly through France. Border control authorities in other EU countries may not recognize the validity of temporary French residency extensions, which can lead to denied boarding or entry issues.

Border checks between Italy and France (both Schengen Area countries) are not systematic but can occur. While routine passport or document checks are rare due to the open borders of the Schengen Area, authorities may conduct random checks or checks at specific locations or times, especially if there are security concerns or during increased border surveillance periods.

The EES (Entry/Exit System) is replacing physical passport stamping at many Schengen borders. It is now common for travelers not to receive stamps upon entry or exit. This is standard procedure, and the lack of a stamp does not indicate a problem with the visa or entry status.