Visa requirements for exiting CDG and AMS as layover spots

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In general, leaving the secure transit zone of CDG or AMS or any other airport in the Schengen Area means you are entering the Schengen Area. The same regulations apply whether your stay is 90 minutes or 90 days.

For your specific questions.

  • You are a citizen of USA. You don't need a visa for Paris and Amsterdam. You can get outside and roam around if you want (Which means entering Schengen Area, which requires that you haven't stayed more than 90 days in past 180 days in the Schengen Area.) You may need to show proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to enter the Schengen Area.
  • The fees involved is already collected as part of your ticket. You don't need to pay anything extra for Paris and Amsterdam.
  • The new rule, aka ETIAS doesn't apply to you yet. The system is expected only in late 2023.
  • Have a travel insurance to cover the entire trip. (Optional, but highly recommended)
  • Make sure you arrive back in the airport with enough time to checkin.

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