The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel guidance for France, issuing a new warning about the upcoming G7 Summit and related disruptions. The advisory, released on Tuesday, June 16, highlights significant restrictions in the Evian area from June 11 to 17, 2026.
Key Restrictions and Pass Requirements
According to the Foreign Office, the G7 Summit will take place in Evian between June 15 and 17, 2026. From midnight on Thursday, June 11, to 8pm on Wednesday, June 17, movement around some areas of Evian will be restricted. Travelers will need a digital pass to enter certain zones, whether on foot, by car, or using public transport. Passes can be registered on the G7 Pass website, which is available in French.
The Foreign Office advises checking the regional government website for up-to-date information about these restrictions.
Border Closures and Delays
French and Swiss authorities plan to close several border crossings in the area between June 12 and 18. While some crossings will remain open, severe delays are expected. The Foreign Office recommends planning journeys carefully and considering avoiding travel between France and Switzerland on these dates. Travelers should consult the Republic and Canton of Geneva website for the latest information.
Summit Details and Political Context
Leaders from Canada, the European Union, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States are meeting in Évian-les-Bains for talks on Ukraine and the Middle East. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will also join the discussions, aiming to keep US President Donald Trump engaged and prevent him from re-engaging with Russia without European involvement.
Zelenskyy stated that Ukrainian forces struck a Moscow oil refinery as a response to recent attacks on Kyiv, emphasizing that "Russia must be forced to end the war against our people."
On Tuesday, pictures showed French President Emmanuel Macron welcoming leaders from Egypt, the UAE, and Qatar ahead of a meeting with Gulf states.
