France Travel Risk Level

Exercise increased caution in France due to terrorism and unrest . Pickpocketing and phone thefts are common, especially in crowded places. Terrorist groups continue to plan possible attacks in France and may attack with little to no warning. There are also regular, peaceful protests and strikes in Paris and other cities throughout France. Pickpocketing and phone thefts are frequent crimes. They can occur in crowded areas such as: Airports Subways and train cars Tourist attractions Train stations Terrorist groups continue to plan possible attacks in France. They may attack with little or no warning. Possible targets include: Tourist locations Transportation hubs and airports Markets and shopping malls Local government facilities Hotels, restaurants, and clubs Places of worship Major sporting and cultural events Educational institutions Parks Other public areas Peaceful demonstrations and strikes happen often in Paris and other cities in France. Protests can disrupt transportation services. On rare occasions, protests have turned violent or caused property damage. Police may respond with water cannons and tear gas.

G7 Summit The G7 Summit will take place in Evian between 15-17 June 2026. Access around the area From midnight on Thursday 11 June to 8pm on Wednesday 17 June, movement around some areas of Evian will be restricted. You will need a digital pass to enter certain areas of the town. This includes travel by foot, car, and public transport. You can register for a pass on the G7 Pass website (in French). Check the regional government website (in French) for up-to-date information about these restrictions. Border crossings French and Swiss authorities are also planning to close several border crossings in the area between 12-18 June. Some crossings will remain open but severe delays are likely. Plan your journey carefully and consider avoiding travel between France and Switzerland on these dates. Check the Republic and Canton of Geneva website (in French) for the latest information. Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to: see general advice for women travellers read our guide on disability and travel abroad see general advice for LGBT+ travellers read about safety for solo and independent travel see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad Travel insurance If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance . Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency. About FCDO travel advice The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office ( FCDO ) provides advice about the risks of travel, to help you make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice . Get travel advice updates Sign up to get email notifications when this advice is updated. Follow FCDO : travel advice on X travel advice on Facebook Travel Aware on Instagram