US State Department Keeps France at Level 2 Travel Advisory
The U.S. Department of State reissued its France travel advisory after a periodic review, keeping it at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) due to terrorism and civil unrest. Pickpocketing and phone thefts are common in crowded places such as airports, subways and train cars, tourist attractions, and train stations. Terrorist groups may plan attacks with little or no warning, with possible targets including 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, and parks. Peaceful demonstrations and strikes occur often in Par…
Impact and considerations
France remains at Level 2, with continued terrorism and civil unrest risks. Business travel requires attention to how demonstrations and strikes disrupt transportation. Pickpocketing and phone theft are common in transport hubs and tourist areas, affecting employee property security and itineraries.
Key points
- The U.S. Department of State reissued the France advisory after a periodic review, keeping it at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution).
- The advisory cites terrorism and civil unrest.
- Pickpocketing and phone thefts are common in crowded places such as airports, subways and train cars, tourist attractions, and train stations.
- Terrorist groups may plan attacks with little or no warning, targeting 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, and parks.
- Peaceful demonstrations and strikes occur often in Paris and other French cities and can disrupt transportation.
- On rare occasions protests have turned violent or caused property damage, and police may respond with water cannons and tear gas.
Sources and time
- Primary source
- U.S. Department of State
- Other sources
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- First source publication
- 28 May 2025, 08:00
- Page published
- 11 Sept 2026, 00:32
- Last updated
- 28 May 2025, 08:00
- Original links
- US Travel Advisories：France - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (opens in a new tab)Primary source · en · Published 28 May 2025, 08:00