Olympics Paris 2024: Games Pass and QR Code, how to get it, for whom and for what? We tell you all

Published by My de Sortiraparis · Photos by My de Sortiraparis · Published on June 29th, 2024 at 10:55 a.m.
With the Olympic Games just around the corner, you're wondering whether you'll need a Games Pass, and in particular its QR code, to get out and about in certain places, or to visit certain places. If a QR Code won't be compulsory for pedestrians in the red zone, what about the gray zone? Who is entitled to one, when and why?

It's a real headache for all Parisians, Ile-de-France residents and tourists who want to get around Paris in the run-up to and during the Olympic Games. The Pass Jeux, issued in the form of a QR code, is essential for getting around in certain areas and at certain times. Who is entitled to a Games Pass? What are the reasons? At what times? For which outings? We try to answer all your questions.

How do I get a QR Code?

To obtain a Games Pass, visit the dedicated platform at www.pass-jeux.gouv.fr. You'll need to fill in an online form, provide a photo ID and a supporting document. Applications may take several days to process.

Who should request a QR Code?

All visitors to the grey perimeter during the Opening Ceremony and the week preceding it (July 18 to 26) must apply for a Games Pass. This includes workers, local residents and visitors, whatever their mobility.

At what age is the QR Code required?

Children over 13 must also obtain a digital pass. The application must be made by a parent or legal guardian on the online platform, providing the same supporting documents as for an adult.

Do I need a QR code to use the metro?

No, metro users are not affected by the Games Pass. However, some stations within the grey perimeter will be closed during the Opening Ceremony and the week preceding it.

How do you get through the red and gray zones?

To cross the red and gray zones, you'll need a Games Pass. The red zone requires a pass only for motorized vehicles, while the grey zone requires a Games Pass for all types of movement (pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles). The zones and their rules will change on the day of the opening ceremony, July 26, from 1pm.

Will it be possible to relocate during the Olympic Games?

Removals will be possible in the red zone only if the move cannot be postponed. For the gray zone, no moving authorization will be granted.

Willmy QR Code also be valid for competition sites?

No, each QR Code is specific to one application and one period. A Games Pass for the opening ceremony will not be valid for the competition venues. People with tickets for the competitions will not need a pass, they will have to present their ticket present via a QR code on the Paris 2024 tickets application, which is compulsory.

Are cab and VTC drivers eligible for the Games Pass?

Cab and VTC drivers must comply with the same rules as other vehicles. They do not need a Games Pass before the opening ceremony in the red zone, but must be able to justify their presence in the grey zone. Customers must show a Games Pass to justify their presence.

How can I prove a reservation for a hairdresser, an event or a restaurant?

Establishments located within the gray perimeter must provide proof of reservation in order to obtain a Pass Jeux. This document is required when applying on the dedicated platform. Please note that proof of reservation alone is not sufficient. You absolutely must apply for a Pass Jeux with this proof of reservation.

What are the safety zones and their rules?

Three main zones are defined: red, grey and blue. The red zone requires a receipt for vehicles, while the gray zone requires a Games Pass for all journeys. The blue zone does not require a QR Code, but drivers will be asked for proof of identity in the event of an inspection.

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How do I know which zone I'm in?

Consult the interactive online map. By entering your address, you'll see in which perimeter it's located and what rules apply.

Willthe markets be closed during the Olympic Games?

Parisian markets will remain open, except in the grey zone where they will not be able to be supplied. In the red zone, vendors and producers will need a Games Pass to obtain supplies during the Games.

The introduction of the Games Pass and QR Codes aims to secure and organize travel during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Whether you want to visit the Eiffel Tower, attend a festival on the banks of the Seine or go to a restaurant in a grey zone, the watchword is: anticipate! Make sure you get your reservation receipt, and then hurry off to apply online.



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