Paris Court Approves Eviction of Migrants Living in Seine Tent Camps

Over 250 migrants face imminent removal after the administrative court upheld concerns over safety and public health risks.

The Paris administrative court ruled on March 30, 2025, that the eviction of migrants living in tents along the Seine River can proceed.
The decision cited safety risks for both the migrants and passersby, as well as public health concerns stemming from the illegal camp setup.
The migrants, previously evicted from the Gaîté Lyrique theater on March 18, 2025, had relocated to the Seine's banks near Île Saint-Louis.
Claims by the migrants to be unaccompanied minors seeking housing and legal recognition remain disputed by authorities, complicating their access to support.
The Paris police prefecture has stated that a support system was planned during the initial theater eviction, but no sustainable housing solutions have been provided.