It is official, curfew from 6 p.m. is implemented in mainnland France. A measure set up to overcome the coronavirus epidemic. But what are the rules of this early curfew? Here is what is allowed and what is not.
When?
The measure is implemented from January 16, 2021. Between 6 p.m. and 6 p.m. any outing is banned. A derogatory trip certificate is required if you have to go out.
Where?
This early curfew is implemented in mainland France. This measure does not apply to overseas departments.
What are the derogatory trip reasons?
Reasons remain the same as the previous ones: work, teaching, health consultation, family compelling reason, disability, administrative summon, general interest tasks, train, plane or bus trip for long-distance trips, trips for pets' needs. Public facilities must close from 6 p.m.
Covid: the derogatory trip certificate for curfew available from December 15 again
In his November 24, 2020's televised address, Emmanuel Macron announced the implementation of a curfew from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. and toughened up then by Jean Castex this December 10, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. Starting this December 15 at midnight in France, derogatory trip certificates will yet be available. Nighttime trips will have to be justified in the concerned areas with the return of the derogatory trip certificates to print out or download. Here is where you can find curfew certificates.
Covid: curfew from 8 p.m. starting December 15 and no exemption on New Year's Eve
As the deadline of December 15 is just around the corner, France will not meet the 5,000 new Covid cases per day goal enabling to exit lockdown, as Jean Castex explained this Thursday December 10 during a press brief. The situation forced the government to toughen up measures planned, like curfew starting from 8 p.m. from December 15 and no exemption on New Year's Eve.
Covid: curfew from 8 p.m. starting December 15 and no exemption on New Year's Eve
As the deadline of December 15 is just around the corner, France will not meet the 5,000 new Covid cases per day goal enabling to exit lockdown, as Jean Castex explained this Thursday December 10 during a press brief. The situation forced the government to toughen up measures planned, like curfew starting from 8 p.m. from December 15 and no exemption on New Year's Eve.
Covid: Castex announces curfew on December 31 starting from 8 p.m.
This December 10, Jean Castex addressed the coronavirus epidemic evolution in France and announced the next step of the progressive lockdown exit strategy. Even though curfew will be exceptionally lifted on December 24 in the evening for Christmas Eve, there will be no exemption for New Year's Eve. The French will have to comply with curfew on December 31 from 8 p.m.
Coronavirus: is it possible to take the train or a plane in the evening during curfew?
Starting Saturday January 16, 2021 curfew from 6 p.m. will be implemented in mainland France. Many people then are wondering if they can take transport. As the Holidays are just around the corner, is it possible to take the train or a plane in the evening during curfew? Here is the answer.
Covid-19: the lockdown "unchanged for the next two weeks" Castex confirms
After two weeks of lockdown, the health situation remains as preoccupying. France's Health Minister spoke about "a slight tremor" from the Covid-19 epidemic and noticed a few encouraging signs. Prime Minister Jean Castex held a press conference this Thursday November 12 at 6 p.m. He confirmed lockdown measures will remain the same "for the next two weeks" with a possible softening from December 1. Aid schemes are extended.
Coronavirus: curfew, facemask-wearing, fine in the event of an offence
In France, as the coronavirus epidemic is escalating, new restrictions are implemented, including a curfew from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., and facemask wearing depending on areas. What sanctions are to be expected in the event of an offence?
