Overview

The Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics are scheduled to take place across France from July 26 to August 11 (Olympic Games) and August 28 to September 8 (Paralympic Games).  Our top priority is to ensure U.S. citizens traveling to attend these events have a safe visit.  Visit the Paris 2024 website for information about venues, tickets, and more. Purchase tickets only from official providers. Visitors will be able to resell tickets starting mid-May on the official website. The U.S. Embassy does not sell tickets.

For the most up-to-date information, including information on entry and exit requirements, please visit the U.S. Embassy in France’s Special Events page.

Stay Informed

• We strongly encourage travelers to check the U.S. Embassy in France’s Special Events webpage regularly for consular and security updates before and during your stay in France.
• Sign up for the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier for the U.S. Embassy to contact you in an emergency.
• Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter: @USEmbassyFrance and @TravelGov.
• Read our Country Information Page and Travel Advisory for France, and for any other countries you will be visiting during your trip.
• Monitor the official Paris 2024 website for additional event information.

Emergency Contact Information  

• For emergency services in France:
  • Dial 17 for police
  • Dial 15 for ambulance
  • Dial 18 for fire department
  • 112 is the Europe-wide emergency number (with English speaking operators)
• The emergency contact line for the U.S. Embassy in France is +(33)(1) 43-12-22-22, enter zero "0" after the automated greeting.
• From outside of France, concerned family or friends can contact the U.S. Embassy in France at 1-202-501-4444 or 1-888-407-4747.