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French Foreign Ministry warns citizens to avoid Israel and Palestinian Territories as Iran conflict escalates
On 27 February France upgraded its travel advisory, urging citizens to avoid Israel, Jerusalem and the West Bank amid escalating Israel-Iran hostilities and suspended flights at Tel Aviv airport. Employers must trace and, if necessary, evacuate staff, reroute travel and prepare for higher insurance and freight costs across the eastern Mediterranean.
From parcel taxes to RoissyBus closure: ten regulatory changes landing in France on 1 March
A government bulletin dated 27 February details multiple rule changes kicking in on 1 March: a €2 tax on all non-EU parcels under €150, higher hospital fees and vehicle taxes, stricter moped tests, and the official end of RoissyBus. Mobility and supply-chain managers should update cost models, shipping procedures and employee allowances.
Draft UK-EU Gibraltar Treaty Published: Schengen-Style Mobility Without Land-Border Checks
The UK and EU released a draft treaty for Gibraltar that replaces land-border checks with Schengen-compliant controls at the territory’s airport. Visa-free travel and standardised residence permits will benefit French tourists and cross-border staff, while businesses gain clarity on customs and employment rules.
UK Switches to Digital eVisas; Moroccan and French Travellers Urged to Prepare
From 26 February 2026 the UK issues only digital eVisas, eliminating passport stickers. Carriers must verify permission to travel electronically, and advocacy groups want France and the wider EU to follow suit. French business travellers need to align passport data with the UK system and factor in the upcoming Schengen EES roll-out.
EU Schedules Justice & Home Affairs Council: Borders, EES and Migration Top Agenda
An EU press advisory dated 26 February 2026 sets the stage for a 5–6 March Justice & Home Affairs Council focused on the Schengen EES, ETIAS fees and migration reform. France will push for funding and flexibility as it races to install biometric kiosks before the Olympic-year tourist influx.
EU Expands Terrorist List and Imposes Travel Bans, Tightening Schengen Security
The EU on 26 February 2026 broadened its terrorist-listing rules and introduced an EU-wide travel ban for sanctioned persons, prompting France to enhance watch-list screening at borders. Employers must integrate the expanded list into mobility compliance to avoid hefty fines.
Aer Lingus Adds Nice–Cork Route, Expanding France–Ireland Connectivity
Aer Lingus will run a May-to-September Nice–Cork flight twice weekly, improving direct links between southern France and Ireland’s Munster region. The service cuts travel time for business and leisure passengers but comes ahead of Ireland’s forthcoming ETA requirement for French nationals.