France Travel Risk Level

Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise increased caution in France due to terrorism and civil unrest . Advisory Summary: 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. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more. 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. Tips for travel to France: Stay alert at tourist locations and crowded public places. Avoid demonstrations and areas with significant police activity. Follow the instructions of local authorities including movement restrictions related to any ongoing police action. Check local media for breaking events. Be prepared to adjust your plans. Find a safe place to stay and shelter in place if you are unable to leave the immediate area of a demonstration. If you decide to travel to France: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages and alerts from the U.S. Embassy and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for France. Prepare a contingency

Wildfires in south-west France Wildfires are affecting parts of Gironde and Landes in the south-west of France. French authorities have evacuated campsites, tourist accommodation and some residential areas. Access to affected areas may be restricted and roads may close at short notice. Further evacuations may take place. If you are in an affected area, or planning to travel there: follow instructions and updates from local authorities and emergency services at all times call 112 if you need emergency help Check with your accommodation or travel provider before travelling. For information on the wildfires in the south-west a public information line is open from 09:00 to 17:00, +33 (0)9 70 80 90 40 (select option 1 for Gironde, option 2 for Landes). You can also monitor active wildfires on the French wildfire map: Feux de Forêt . Wildfires in France There is a high risk of wildfires during the summer season from April to October. For advice, visit the wildfires section on the Safety and security page . 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

Auswärtiges Amt: Reise- und Sicherheitshinweise (general travel and security advice); no travel warning in effect.