Americans must pay higher fee for a ticket to the world's most visited museum

In an effort to leverage the costs, the Louvre is raising prices by targeting a specific group of visitors.

Beginning on Jan. 14, foreigners from outside the European Union will have to pay $12 more than a typical ticket, The Associated Press reported.

Tickets will rise from $25 to $37 for non-EU citizens.

Nearly 9 million people visited the Louvre in 2024, with 77% of the 8.7 million tourists being of foreign nationality. About 13% of the visitors were American, according to AP.

The thieves stole eight jewels valued collectively at 88 million euros ($102 million).

The new measures are part of more than 20 emergency measures the museum is taking, including the establishment of the role of "security coordinator."

The pass offers $80 annual access for U.S. residents, while nonresidents will pay $250 for the same thing.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.