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Re:A US-born NASA scientist was detained at the border until... by incompatible on Sunday February 12, 2017 @05:46PM (#13631529)
Europe varies. In the Netherlands you are supposed to carry ID at all times, and you can be fined if you don't supply it when the police ask.
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Re:A US-born NASA scientist was detained at the border until... by ghostDancer on Monday February 13, 2017 @03:19AM (#13633867)
Spain is the same at least for Spanish people , we have a national id card which you are supposed to take always with you
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Re:A US-born NASA scientist was detained at the border until... by nothrabannosir on Sunday February 12, 2017 @06:24PM (#13631806)
Yes. Ironically, though, the police are not allowed to ask you without due cause. "Toonplicht, geen draagplicht." A hollow comfort.
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