abgelaufener Reisepass
being expired passport
The German term 'abgelaufener Reisepass' is used to describe an expired passport. 'Abgelaufen' means 'expired' and 'Reisepass' is 'passport'. This term is important when discussing travel documents and their validity periods.
Example sentences using: abgelaufener Reisepass
Mein abgelaufener Reisepass muss erneuert werden.
My expired passport needs to be renewed.
This sentence might be used when someone realizes their passport has expired and needs to be renewed before they can travel internationally again.
Er konnte nicht reisen, weil er nur einen abgelaufenen Reisepass hatte.
He was unable to travel because he only had an expired passport.
This sentence could be used in a situation where an individual has attempted to travel, but was unable to do so because their passport was expired. In most contexts, an expired passport is not considered valid identification for international travel.
Einige Länder erlauben die Einreise mit einem abgelaufenen Reisepass.
Some countries allow entry with an expired passport.
This sentence could be used in a discussion about the travel regulations of specific countries. Some countries, often in exceptional situations or for their own citizens, may allow entry even if a person's passport is expired.