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FCDO Updates

Due to travel soon but concerned about the destination? The Government offers foreign travel advice via their office website, please use the below to find the latest updates (you can click a country to filter results).

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05-Mar-2025 14:29
 

Updated information about armed conflict ('Safety and security' page).

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05-Mar-2025 12:47
 

Updated information about tropical cyclone Alfred ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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05-Mar-2025 10:30
 

Updated information about new visa on arrival scheme for UK nationals (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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04-Mar-2025 14:33
 

Updated information about unexploded weapons, money, air travel and healthcare ('Safety and security' and 'Health' pages).



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03-Mar-2025 16:22
 

Updated information on tropical cyclone Alfred ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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03-Mar-2025 15:30
 

Updated information following a stabbing attack in Haifa ('Safety and security' page).

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03-Mar-2025 15:27
 

Updated information following a stabbing attack in Haifa ('Safety and security' page).

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03-Mar-2025 13:40
 

New information following an incident in Mannheim (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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03-Mar-2025 09:48
 

Removal of information about Maha Kumbh Mela (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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01-Mar-2025 01:14
 

Removal of information about demonstrations across Greece on 28 February(‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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28-Feb-2025 16:22
 

Information added to the safety and security page about remaining aware of your surroundings in crowded places.

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28-Feb-2025 15:55
 

Refreshed advice about counterfeit alcohol in Turkey (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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28-Feb-2025 10:59
 

Removal of information about severe tropical Storm Garance ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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28-Feb-2025 10:35
 

Removal of information about weather conditions in Botswana ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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27-Feb-2025 17:01
 

Updated information following suspected ramming and stabbing attack south of Haifa ('Safety and security' page).

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27-Feb-2025 17:01
 

Updated information following suspected ramming and stabbing attack south of Haifa ('Safety and security' page).

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27-Feb-2025 14:11
 

Addition of information about severe tropical Storm Garance ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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27-Feb-2025 14:05
 

New information about new visa on arrival scheme for UK nationals (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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27-Feb-2025 13:41
 

Updated information on movement and access restrictions across the West Bank ('Entry requirements' page).

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27-Feb-2025 13:39
 

Updated information on movement and access restrictions across the West Bank ('Entry requirements' page).

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26-Feb-2025 20:20
 

"FCDO advises against all but essential travel to Norte de Santander Department following declaration of a state of emergency on 24 January and attacks by illegal armed groups in Cúcuta on 19 February (see ‘Warnings and insurance’ page)."

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26-Feb-2025 16:47
 

Updated information about entry restrictions, visa requirements and journalists travelling to Syria ('Entry requirements' page).

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26-Feb-2025 15:37
 

Addition of information about severe tropical Storm Garance ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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26-Feb-2025 14:18
 

Removal of information about the State of Exception and a curfew following widespread electric grid outages ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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25-Feb-2025 16:56
 

Updated information relating to the security situation in Goma, Bukavu, and north and south Kivu provinces ('Warnings and insurance', 'Safety and security' and 'Regional risks' pages).

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25-Feb-2025 16:53
 

Committee of Emergency Operations (COE) declares a regional state of emergency in seven provinces due to heavy rainfall('Warnings and insurance' page).

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25-Feb-2025 10:36
 

Updated information about the earthquake in Port Villa and new information about getting assistance from the UK government ('Safety and security' and 'Getting help' pages).

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25-Feb-2025 09:45
 

Updated information about dengue (‘Health’ page).

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24-Feb-2025 16:22
 

Removal of details of plane crash at Toronto Pearson Airport('Warnings and insurance' page).

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24-Feb-2025 15:55
 

Updated information to make advice clearer (See 'Areas where the FCDO advises against travel' and 'Limited UK government support' on the 'Warnings and insurance' page. See 'Road safety' on the 'Safety and security' page. See 'Regional risks' page).

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24-Feb-2025 15:49
 

New information about demonstrations across Greece on 28 February(‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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24-Feb-2025 15:02
 

Updated information about the limitations of medical facilities and support in Cape Verde ('Safety and security' and 'Health' pages).

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21-Feb-2025 15:28
 

Removal of information that all land borders with Ecuador will be closed from 8 – 10 February ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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21-Feb-2025 14:14
 

Updated information about tropical cyclones ('Safety and security' page).

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21-Feb-2025 14:01
 

New information about funeral arrangements and new visa on arrival scheme for UK nationals (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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21-Feb-2025 10:27
 

Removal of information about transport risks since Bishwa Ijtema has concluded('Safety and security' page).

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19-Feb-2025 16:46
 

New information about weather conditions in Botswana ('Warnings and insurance' page)

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19-Feb-2025 16:39
 

New information on risks associated with the ongoing conflict in eastern DRC ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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19-Feb-2025 16:01
 

New information about flights to St Helena ('Safety and security' page).

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17-Feb-2025 21:22
 

Details of plane crash at Toronto Pearson Airport ('Warnings and insurance' page)

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17-Feb-2025 15:53
 

New information regarding curfew covering Walewale and its surrounding areas ( 'Regional risks' page).

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Update Date:
17-Feb-2025 14:39
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and reissued without any significant updates.

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17-Feb-2025 11:34
 

Updated information about taking money into or out of Iraq (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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14-Feb-2025 18:06
 

Stay away from areas when protests are planned, particularly in Kinshasa, Goma and other large cities (See 'Safety and security' and 'Regional risks' pages)

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14-Feb-2025 17:47
 

Information about planned strike action

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14-Feb-2025 15:40
 

Removal of information about an incident in Munich on 13 February ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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14-Feb-2025 15:30
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and reissued without any significant updates.

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14-Feb-2025 14:47
 

Updated information about applying for a visa and the current security situation in Syria ('Entry requirements' and 'Safety and security' pages).

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14-Feb-2025 13:21
 

Updated information on same-sex marriage ('Safety and security' page).

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14-Feb-2025 13:13
 

Addition of information about Zones of Special Operation and updated information on crime ('Safety and security' page).

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13-Feb-2025 16:50
 

Updated guidance on taking dollars into Turkmenistan for exchange ('Entry requirements' page).

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13-Feb-2025 12:48
 

Information following an incident in Munich on 13 February ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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12-Feb-2025 16:57
 

Information about planned strike action on 13 February affecting travel nationally ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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12-Feb-2025 14:53
 

Removal of information on land border closures with Ecuador from 8 to 10 February 2025 ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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12-Feb-2025 14:47
 

Update regarding personal safety for the upcoming ICC (Cricket) tournament ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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12-Feb-2025 13:44
 

Updated information for foreign nationals who have overstayed their visa ('Entry requirements’ page).

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11-Feb-2025 16:52
 

Removal of information that all land borders in Ecuador will be closed from 8 – 10 February ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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11-Feb-2025 16:39
 

Information following wildfires in La Araucanía, Ñuble, Biobío, O’Higgins and Maule regions (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
11-Feb-2025 12:14
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and reissued without any significant updates.

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Update Date:
10-Feb-2025 15:18
 

Addition of information that you must complete an immigration and customs declaration form when entering Panama. Panamanian authorities recommend completing their digital form ('Entry requirements' page).

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07-Feb-2025 15:12
 

Information updated on the risks from counterfeit alcohol (‘Safety and security’ page).

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07-Feb-2025 15:04
 

Information added for tourists booking liveaboard vessels ('Safety and security' page).

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07-Feb-2025 14:57
 

Addition of information on land border closures with Ecuador from 8 to 10 February 2025 due to presidential elections ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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07-Feb-2025 13:11
 

Updated advice issued for Santorini, Anafi, Ios and Amorgos following increased seismic activity (‘Warnings and insurance' page).

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06-Feb-2025 17:02
 

Addition of information on land border closures with Ecuador from 8 to 10 February 2025 due to presidential elections ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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06-Feb-2025 16:24
 

Updated reference to Ebola ('Health' page).

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06-Feb-2025 11:46
 

Updated information on terrorism in Sri Lanka ('Safety and security' page).

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06-Feb-2025 11:38
 

Removal of information about Marburg Virus Disease screening measures on departure (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
06-Feb-2025 10:37
 

All land borders in Ecuador will be closed from 8 – 10 February due to general elections ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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05-Feb-2025 16:58
 

Updated information about protests and shortages of food and fuel (‘Safety and security’ page).

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05-Feb-2025 14:42
 

Update to general security risks from terrorism ('Safety and security' page).

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05-Feb-2025 11:30
 

New information added about Ramadan in Turkey in 2025 (See 'Laws and cultural differences' on the 'Safety and security' page).

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05-Feb-2025 10:28
 

Updated information about the risks of terrorism in North Macedonia ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
04-Feb-2025 15:32
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and reissued without any significant updates.

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03-Feb-2025 16:49
 

Updated information on the Zimbabwe-Mozambique border ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
03-Feb-2025 16:36
 

Updated information on the South Africa-Mozambique border ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Safety and security' pages).

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Update Date:
03-Feb-2025 15:44
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and reissued without any significant updates.

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Update Date:
03-Feb-2025 15:21
 

Updated information on possible disruption to travel, including delays or closures at the border at short notice (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
03-Feb-2025 14:39
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and reissued without any significant updates.

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Update Date:
03-Feb-2025 14:33
 

Updated guidance for LGBT+ travellers ('Safety and security’ page).

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03-Feb-2025 14:31
 

Removal of information about disruption to air travel in Washington DC ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
02-Feb-2025 20:28
 

Further advice issued for Santorini, Anafi, Ios and Amorgos following increased seismic activity (‘Safety and security' page)

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Update Date:
01-Feb-2025 20:52
 

Advice issued for Santorini and Amorgos following increased seismic activity (‘Safety and security' page)

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31-Jan-2025 17:02
 

FCDO now advises against all but essential travel to the parts of Rusizi district which are within 10km of the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Regional risks’ page).

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31-Jan-2025 15:10
 

FCDO no longer advises against all but essential travel to areas of Mozambique. FCDO continues to advise against all travel to some areas of Cabo Delgado province and against all but essential travel to some areas of Cabo Delgado and Nampula provinces ('Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Safety and security' page).

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31-Jan-2025 10:20
 

Addition of information on the second and third phases of Bishwa Ijtema on 3 to 5 and 14 to 16 February (‘Safety and security’ page).

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31-Jan-2025 09:53
 

Updated information regarding accommodation requirements (see 'Registering with the authorities' on the 'Entry requirements' page)

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30-Jan-2025 16:27
 

information about the possible disruption to flights due to recovery efforts following a fatal air accident in Washington DC ('Warning and insurance' page)

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30-Jan-2025 14:38
 

Addition of information following a declaration of an Ebola outbreak on 30 January (‘Health’ page).

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30-Jan-2025 12:03
 

Removal of information on possible temporary disruption to travel at border posts ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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29-Jan-2025 22:57
 

Change in advice for travel to Kinshasa city and province ('Warnings and insurance', 'Safety and security' and 'Regional risks' pages)

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29-Jan-2025 17:19
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and reissued without any significant updates.

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Update Date:
29-Jan-2025 15:38
 

Information on Israel directing Cyprus-bound flights to Larnaca Airport for security reasons ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
29-Jan-2025 14:39
 

Clarification on requirements for entering Lithuania from Belarus and Russia (‘Entry requirements’).

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28-Jan-2025 19:33
 

Latest update: Information added on protests in Kinshasa ('Warnings and Insurance' page)

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28-Jan-2025 12:09
 

Information added on protests in Kinshasa ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
28-Jan-2025 11:18
 

Information about the risks from terrorism ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
27-Jan-2025 19:53
 

Latest update: FCDO now advises against all travel to Rubavu District. This includes the town of Gisenyi and the border crossing point at Gisenyi-Goma (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Regional risks’ page).

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27-Jan-2025 16:50
 

Addition of information regarding air pollution ('Health' page).

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27-Jan-2025 16:28
 

New information on the criminalisation of the promotion or participation in consensual same-sex relationships (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
27-Jan-2025 14:29
 

Updated information on satellite phones and other devices('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
27-Jan-2025 12:50
 

Removal of information about incident outside the Great Synagogue of Tunis ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
27-Jan-2025 12:38
 

New information on Bishwa Ijtema (‘Safety and security’ page).

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26-Jan-2025 17:36
 

The FCDO advise against all travel to Bukavu. M23 have taken control of Sake and have expressed their intent to occupy Goma ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Regional risks' pages)

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25-Jan-2025 11:13
 

On 24 January there was an incident outside the Great Synagogue of Tunis. We advise caution until the period of emergency response clears.

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Update Date:
24-Jan-2025 16:07
 

Updated information on visa requirements ('Entry requirements' page).

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Update Date:
24-Jan-2025 15:41
 

Information added on fighting near the Rwanda/DRC border (‘Regional risks’ page).

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Update Date:
24-Jan-2025 14:57
 

Additional information about the introduction of e-visas to enter Mauritania (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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24-Jan-2025 13:09
 

Updated information on recent terrorist attacks and kidnappings in Burkina Faso ('Safety and security’ page).

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23-Jan-2025 21:49
 

Updated information following additional health measures announced by the Government of Tanzania following Marburg virus disease (MVD) outbreak (‘Entry requirements’ and ‘Health’ pages).

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23-Jan-2025 19:46
 

Updated advice: The FCDO advise against all travel to Goma.New information on the security situation in North Kivu. M23 have taken control of Sake and have expressed their intent to occupy Goma.

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23-Jan-2025 12:11
 

Information about Storm Éowyn ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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22-Jan-2025 16:57
 

FCDO now advises against all but essential travel to the townships of Kyangin, Myanaung, Ingapu, Lemyethna, Yegyi Thabaung and Pathein in Ayeyarwady region which lie along the border with Rakhine State.

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22-Jan-2025 16:14
 

Update on flight disruptions at Cape Town International Airport (‘Safety and security’ page)

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21-Jan-2025 16:23
 

Updated information following confirmation of Marburg virus disease in Kagera region (‘Health’ page).

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Update Date:
21-Jan-2025 16:20
 

Removal of outdated information on presidential inauguration period, land border reopening and resumption of flights with Colombia (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).

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Update Date:
21-Jan-2025 09:57
 

Removal of information about reported explosions in ‘Lince’ and ‘San Juan de Miraflores’ districts of Lima (‘Safety and security’ page).

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20-Jan-2025 15:52
 

FCDO now advises against all but essential travel to all of North Shewa zone including the section of the A3 road ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Regional risks' pages)

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Update Date:
20-Jan-2025 15:29
 

Updated information on risks from terrorism (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
20-Jan-2025 12:54
 

FCDO no longer advises against all but essential travel to some districts in Pool Region and Mouyondzi District in the Bouenza Region ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
20-Jan-2025 06:52
 

Latest update: Updated information on elevated political tensions in Seoul (‘Warnings and insurance’ page)

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Update Date:
17-Jan-2025 17:31
 

Updated information about the ongoing security situation in Russia and additional information about travelling between Russia and Belarus ('Safety and security' and 'Entry requirements' pages).

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Update Date:
17-Jan-2025 16:49
 

Updated information about armed conflict ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
17-Jan-2025 14:13
 

Updated information on risks from terrorism (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
17-Jan-2025 12:06
 

Addition of information on possible disruption to travel, including delays or closures at the border at short notice ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
17-Jan-2025 11:14
 

Information on suspected outbreak of Marburg Virus disease in Kagera region (‘Health’ page).

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Update Date:
16-Jan-2025 16:43
 

Updated information on Naxalism ('Regional risks' page).

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Update Date:
16-Jan-2025 15:58
 

Updated information about reported explosions in ‘Lince’ and ‘San Juan de Miraflores’ districts of Lima (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
16-Jan-2025 15:58
 

Updated information on risks from terrorism (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
16-Jan-2025 14:13
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and reissued without any significant updates.

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Update Date:
16-Jan-2025 10:15
 

Information added about reports of explosions in Lima ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
16-Jan-2025 10:05
 

Information added about mutual visa recognition between Belarus and Russia and extended visa free entry for British nationals until 31 December 2025 (‘Entry requirements’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).

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Update Date:
16-Jan-2025 02:35
 

Removal of information about the closure of Holyhead Port ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
15-Jan-2025 16:54
 

Updated information on the specific limitations to in-country assistance to British nationals fighting in Ukraine and the extension of visa free entry for British nationals until 30 January 2026 ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Entry requirements' pages).

Update Date:
14-Jan-2025 18:42
 

Updated information on State of Emergency being extended for 3 months (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
14-Jan-2025 11:41
 

Updated information on risks from terrorism (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
14-Jan-2025 10:31
 

Updated information on health screening requirements when arriving in country (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
13-Jan-2025 17:32
 

Reopening of the land border with Colombia on 13 January 2025 (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
13-Jan-2025 16:56
 

Addition of information on possible disruption to travel, including delays or closures at the border with Mozambique, at short notice (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
13-Jan-2025 16:08
 

FCDO now advises against all but essential travel to some areas of Federal Iraq. FCDO continues to advise against all travel to some areas of Federal Iraq, and to advise against all but essential travel to KRI ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
13-Jan-2025 15:52
 

New information about Maha Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
12-Jan-2025 16:14
 

Latest update: Resumption of flights with Colombia (‘Safety and security’ pages).

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Update Date:
11-Jan-2025 18:52
 

Removal of outdated language on presidential elections and inauguration dates (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages)

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Update Date:
10-Jan-2025 16:24
 

Additional information about some British nationals having been held in detention facilities at Maiquetia airport in Caracas and at land border crossings for a period of hours or days whilst the authorities perform checks and addition of information on the land border closure with Colombia and suspension of flights between Venezuela and Colombia until 13 January 2025 ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
10-Jan-2025 12:48
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and reissued without any significant updates.

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Update Date:
10-Jan-2025 11:54
 

Updated information on risks from terrorism (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
09-Jan-2025 15:56
 

Updated information on travel within the C4 region relevant to Honduras and updated information on flying drones (‘Entry requirements’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).

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Update Date:
09-Jan-2025 14:31
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and reissued without significant updates.

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Update Date:
09-Jan-2025 10:04
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and reissued without significant updates.

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Update Date:
08-Jan-2025 14:44
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and reissued with information on the continued affects from Hurricane Beryl from July 2024 (‘Safety and security’ page).

Update Date:
08-Jan-2025 14:38
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and reissued with information on the continued effects from Hurricane Beryl from July 2024 (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
08-Jan-2025 14:09
 

New information on air travel (‘Air Travel’ on the ‘Safety and Security’ page).

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Update Date:
08-Jan-2025 10:43
 

Updated information on risks from terrorism (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
08-Jan-2025 05:12
 

Updated information on wildfires in California ('Warnings and insurance')

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Update Date:
07-Jan-2025 17:03
 

Updated information about Poland’s border with Belarus (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
07-Jan-2025 16:29
 

Information added that terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks in Brazil ( ‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
07-Jan-2025 14:48
 

Information on Laos visas reverting to 30 days ('Entry requirements' page).

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Update Date:
07-Jan-2025 11:33
 

Updated information on overstaying your visa (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
04-Jan-2025 15:02
 

Updated information on earthquakes and volcanic activity affecting the Afar and Amhara regions in particular. ('Warning and Insurance ' page).

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Update Date:
03-Jan-2025 19:15
 

Information that a 60-day state of emergency (SOE) was renewed on 2 January 2025 ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
03-Jan-2025 11:35
 

New information about the introduction of e-visas to enter Mauritania from 5 January 2025 (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
02-Jan-2025 14:19
 

Updated information about the end of the Marburg virus disease outbreak in Rwanda (‘Health’ page).

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Update Date:
02-Jan-2025 13:03
 

Information on the new digitalised immigration and customs declaration form ('Entry requirements' page).

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Update Date:
02-Jan-2025 12:59
 

Updated information on incident in Las Vegas ('Warnings and Insurance' page).

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Update Date:
02-Jan-2025 11:46
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and reissued with additional information on travelling to remote areas ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
02-Jan-2025 06:37
 

Updated information on likely locations of political protests (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
31-Dec-2024 14:14
 

New information about energy shortages starting on 1 January 2025 (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Update Date:
31-Dec-2024 13:19
 

New information about a nationwide state of emergency in Trinidad and Tobago (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
31-Dec-2024 09:27
 

Addition of information on possible disruption to travel, including delays or closures at the border at short notice (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
30-Dec-2024 15:35
 

Addition of information on possible disruption to travel, including delays or closures at the border at short notice (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).

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Update Date:
30-Dec-2024 15:04
 

New information on Israeli missile strikes in Yemen (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
30-Dec-2024 11:47
 

New information added on satellite phones and other devices (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
27-Dec-2024 16:42
 

FCDO now advises against all but essential travel to Mozambique and continues to advise against all travel to parts of Mozambique ('Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Safety and security' page).

Update Date:
27-Dec-2024 15:38
 

New information about mandatory online disembarkation card for all travellers to the BVI(‘Entry requirements’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
27-Dec-2024 13:54
 

New information on new Thai Police service for tourists to access support via an app ('Getting help' page).

Location:
Update Date:
26-Dec-2024 15:33
 

Updated information on expected disruption and political situation ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
24-Dec-2024 16:00
 

New information about the risks around diving and snorkelling (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
24-Dec-2024 14:21
 

Updated information on expected disruption and political situation ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Safety and security' pages).

Location:
Update Date:
24-Dec-2024 13:43
 

Information about drink spiking and methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
24-Dec-2024 11:26
 

Updated information on the risk of bushfires ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Safety and security' pages)

Location:
Update Date:
23-Dec-2024 16:08
 

Updated information about visiting Cayambe Coca National Reserve (‘Safety and security’ page)

Location:
Update Date:
21-Dec-2024 11:29
 

Updated helpline information following attack in Magdeburg on 20 December (' Warnings and insurance' page)

Location:
Update Date:
20-Dec-2024 15:35
 

Updated information on expected disruption and political situation ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Safety and security' pages).

Location:
Update Date:
20-Dec-2024 13:50
 

Updated information following an earthquake in Port Vila, Vanuatu (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
20-Dec-2024 13:45
 

Updated information on the risk of counterfeit alcohol (‘Safety and security’ page)

Location:
Update Date:
20-Dec-2024 09:46
 

Information added about the risks around commercial disputes (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
19-Dec-2024 16:21
 

Updated information on the lifting of the nightly curfew (See ‘Political situation’ on the ‘Safety and Security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
19-Dec-2024 14:50
 

FCDO now advises against all but essential travel to Mayotte and updated information on Cyclone Chido (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).

Location:
Update Date:
19-Dec-2024 10:28
 

Removal of information relating to the now cancelled industrial action and demonstrations (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
19-Dec-2024 09:41
 

Updated assessment that although there’s no recent history of terrorism in South Sudan, attacks cannot be ruled out ( ‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
18-Dec-2024 15:43
 

Updated information about disruption caused by protests (‘Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
18-Dec-2024 14:27
 

Updated information about the cancellation of ferry services from Holyhead to Dublin ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
18-Dec-2024 14:18
 

New information on visa requirements (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
18-Dec-2024 13:06
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and reissued without any significant updates

Location:
Update Date:
18-Dec-2024 10:30
 

New information on visa requirements and updated information that terrorist attacks in Kuwait cannot be ruled out (‘Entry Requirements’ and ‘Safety and Security’ pages).

Location:
Update Date:
17-Dec-2024 15:44
 

Updated information on temporary exemption from K-ETA requirement to enter country (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
17-Dec-2024 11:57
 

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy. There were no significant updates.

Location:
Update Date:
17-Dec-2024 11:57
 

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy. There were no significant updates.

Update Date:
17-Dec-2024 11:57
 

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy. There were no significant updates.

Location:
Update Date:
17-Dec-2024 11:57
 

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy. There were no significant updates.

Location:
Update Date:
17-Dec-2024 11:38
 

New information about an earthquake in Port Villa, Vanuatu ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
17-Dec-2024 09:42
 

Updated information on protecting yourself and your belongings ('Safety and security' page)

Location:
Update Date:
16-Dec-2024 15:59
 

New information about the closure of Holyhead Port which has affected ferry services ('Warnings and insurance' page)

Location:
Update Date:
16-Dec-2024 15:34
 

Updated information on expected disruption and political situation ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Safety and security' pages).

Location:
Update Date:
16-Dec-2024 15:01
 

Updated information on elevated political tensions ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
16-Dec-2024 09:51
 

Updated information about the Jubilee 2025 - Holy Year ('Warnings and insurance' page)

Location:
Update Date:
15-Dec-2024 11:17
 

Updated information on disruption caused by Cyclone Chido ('Warnings and insurance' page)

Location:
Update Date:
14-Dec-2024 17:57
 

Addition of information about cyclone Chido and potential floods (Safety and Security page)

Location:
Update Date:
13-Dec-2024 16:31
 

New information on the limited reopening of the Jaber border crossing from Jordan into Syria ('Regional risks' page)

Location:
Update Date:
13-Dec-2024 16:24
 

Information on expected disruption ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
13-Dec-2024 16:21
 

Updated assessment that terrorist attacks in Madagascar cannot be ruled out (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
13-Dec-2024 16:10
 

Updated information on visa requirements and flooding (‘Entry requirements’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).

Location:
Update Date:
13-Dec-2024 14:44
 

Removal of information on Typhoon Usagi ('Safety and security' page)

Location:
Update Date:
13-Dec-2024 13:01
 

FCDO no longer advises against all travel or all but essential travel to some areas of Israel and the West Bank but continues to advise against all travel or all but essential travel to other areas of Israel and the OPTs ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Regional risks' pages).

Update Date:
13-Dec-2024 13:01
 

FCDO no longer advises against all travel or all but essential travel to some areas of Israel and the West Bank but continues to advise against all travel or all but essential travel to other areas of Israel and the OPTs ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Regional risks' pages).

Location:
Update Date:
13-Dec-2024 12:41
 

Updated assessment that terrorist attacks in Tanzania cannot be ruled out (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
12-Dec-2024 18:52
 

Addition of information regarding industrial action and demonstrations (‘Safety and security’ page)

Location:
Update Date:
12-Dec-2024 12:57
 

Addition of information on the presidential inauguration date, and of immigration officers taking photos of passports and identity documents of foreign nationals as part of their checks ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Safety and security' pages).

Location:
Update Date:
12-Dec-2024 10:24
 

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy. There were no significant updates.

Location:
Update Date:
11-Dec-2024 16:20
 

Information on Tropical Cyclone Chido ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
11-Dec-2024 15:07
 

Removal of information of temporary closure of all land borders (‘Safety and security’ and ‘Regional risks’ pages).

Location:
Update Date:
11-Dec-2024 12:39
 

Updated information on the political situation and new information on solo and women travellers (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
11-Dec-2024 12:29
 

Updated information on political situation ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
11-Dec-2024 12:15
 

New information on border controls at Netherlands' land and air borders ('Entry requirements' page).

Location:
Update Date:
11-Dec-2024 12:12
 

Updated information on temporary border controls and removal of information about extra policing and security measures in Amsterdam ('Entry requirements' and 'Safety and security' pages).

Location:
Update Date:
11-Dec-2024 12:03
 

Updated information on the current situation and risks in Syria. FCDO continue to advise against all travel to Syria (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
10-Dec-2024 13:27
 

FCDO now advises against all travel to 25km from the Malian border and all but essential travel to 25km from the Western Sahara border and parts of Tiris Zemmour, Adrar, Tagant and Gorgol, and no longer advises against travel to parts of Tagant, Adrar, Gorgol and Dakhlet Nouadhibou ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Regional risks' pages).

Location:
Update Date:
09-Dec-2024 16:58
 

Updated information about political situation in Sierra Leone ('Safety and security' page)

Location:
Update Date:
09-Dec-2024 13:48
 

Updated information about the security situation in Lebanon following the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanese Hizballah (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
09-Dec-2024 10:07
 

Updated information on taxi safety and taxis ('Safety and security' page)

Location:
Update Date:
08-Dec-2024 08:39
 

Updated information for people affected by the escalation in Syria (see ‘Warnings and Insurance’)

Location:
Update Date:
07-Dec-2024 13:22
 

Updated information on elevated political tensions ('Warnings and insurance' page)

Location:
Update Date:
06-Dec-2024 19:20
 

Update to regional risks on temporary closure of all land borders (See 'Safety and Security' and 'Regional risks' pages)

Location:
Update Date:
06-Dec-2024 16:49
 

Updated information on leaving Gaza (See ‘Leaving Gaza’ on the ‘Warnings and insurance’ page)

Update Date:
06-Dec-2024 16:43
 

Updated information on leaving Gaza (See ‘Leaving Gaza’ on the ‘Warnings and insurance’ page)

Location:
Update Date:
06-Dec-2024 16:34
 

New information on the closure of the Jaber land border crossing between Jordan and Syria ('Regional risks' page)

Location:
Update Date:
06-Dec-2024 16:26
 

New information on surrogacy (See ‘Laws and cultural differences’ on the 'Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
06-Dec-2024 13:06
 

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy. There were no significant updates.

Location:
Update Date:
06-Dec-2024 11:54
 

Information added about the risk of Malaria ('Health' page)

Location:
Update Date:
06-Dec-2024 00:30
 

Information on road closures linked to The Ecuadorean Indigenous Nationalities Confederation (CONAIE) demonstrations (Warnings and Insurance pages).

Location:
Update Date:
05-Dec-2024 16:47
 

Updated information on the political situation ahead of presidential elections on 7 December and update on regional risks in Bawku ('Safety and security' and 'Regional risks' pages).

Location:
Update Date:
05-Dec-2024 16:43
 

Additional information on ESTA requirements (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
05-Dec-2024 15:50
 

Updated information on recent terrorist attacks and kidnappings in Niger ('Safety and Security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
05-Dec-2024 15:08
 

New information about counterfeit banknotes ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
05-Dec-2024 14:11
 

Updated information for people affected by the escalation in north-west Syria (see ‘Safety and Security’ and ‘Getting Help’ pages).

Location:
Update Date:
05-Dec-2024 12:06
 

Removal of information about Tropical Storm Sara ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
05-Dec-2024 12:04
 

Removal of information about Tropical Storm Sara ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
04-Dec-2024 10:14
 

New information on passport validity requirements (‘Entry requirements’ page)

Location:
Update Date:
04-Dec-2024 02:24
 

Updated information on a declaration of martial law in South Korea ('Warnings and insurance' page)

Location:
Update Date:
03-Dec-2024 20:51
 

Updated to reflect escalation in North West Syria ('Safety and security' page)

Location:
Update Date:
03-Dec-2024 15:47
 

Information about a renewal of the State of Emergency (‘Safety and security’ page)

Update Date:
03-Dec-2024 15:03
 

This travel advice has been reviewed and information on Tropical Storm Ernesto has been removed. There are no other significant updates.

Location:
Update Date:
03-Dec-2024 12:44
 

Updated assessment that terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks in Bangladesh('Safety and security' page)

Location:
Update Date:
02-Dec-2024 16:58
 

Updated information on intensifying political demonstrations (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
02-Dec-2024 15:02
 

Removal of information about exit requirements ('Entry requirements' page)

Location:
Update Date:
02-Dec-2024 12:22
 

Removal of information about national general strike in Italy on 29 November (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
29-Nov-2024 16:19
 

New information on medical screening on entry into China (‘Entry requirements’ page), updated assessment that terrorists attacks in China cannot be ruled out, and new advice on the increase of violent attacks in China (‘Safety and Security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
29-Nov-2024 12:40
 

Updated information on sporadic political demonstrations ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
29-Nov-2024 12:40
 

Removal of information about UEFA Nations League (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
29-Nov-2024 11:33
 

New information that Laos authorities have issued an order prohibiting the sale and consumption of Tiger Vodka and Tiger Whisky (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
29-Nov-2024 11:26
 

Information on new biometric entry requirements at Moscow airports (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
29-Nov-2024 11:21
 

Removal of information about political demonstrations ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
28-Nov-2024 16:44
 

Updated information about Togdheer, Sanaag and Sool ('Regional risks' page)

Location:
Update Date:
28-Nov-2024 16:03
 

Removal of information about severe weather and flooding ('Warnings and insurance' page)

Location:
Update Date:
28-Nov-2024 14:38
 

Updated information on mpox screening when arriving in country ('Entry requirements' page).

Location:
Update Date:
28-Nov-2024 10:09
 

New information about sexual assault (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
27-Nov-2024 17:54
 

Latest update: Information on continuing protests and risks of roads closing at short notice, including those to airports ('Warnings and insurance', 'Entry requirements' and 'Safety and security' pages).

Location:
Update Date:
27-Nov-2024 14:54
 

Information added about the risks of methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
27-Nov-2024 14:54
 

Information added about the risks of methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
27-Nov-2024 14:53
 

Information added about the risks of methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
27-Nov-2024 09:41
 

Updated information on drink spiking and new information about illegal drugs ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
26-Nov-2024 13:11
 

New information on taking photographs and filmmaking (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
26-Nov-2024 12:11
 

New information about mpox ('Health' page).

Location:
Update Date:
26-Nov-2024 11:10
 

Information about airport disruptions (‘Safety and security’ page)

Location:
Update Date:
25-Nov-2024 16:11
 

Removal of information on curfew in place 20-21 November ('Warnings and insurance' page)

Location:
Update Date:
25-Nov-2024 09:51
 

Updated information on flooding after Tropical Storm Sara ('Safety and security' page)

Location:
Update Date:
22-Nov-2024 15:10
 

New information about political demonstrations (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages)

Location:
Update Date:
22-Nov-2024 15:04
 

Removal of information on the Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting ('Warnings and insurance' page)

Location:
Update Date:
22-Nov-2024 12:44
 

Addition of information about gunfire in Juba city ('Safety and security' page)

Location:
Update Date:
21-Nov-2024 14:18
 

Updated information about what health risks you'll face in Cameroon ('Health' page)

Location:
Update Date:
21-Nov-2024 14:08
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy. There are no significant updates.

Location:
Update Date:
21-Nov-2024 12:39
 

Removal of information about national elections taking place on 30 October ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
21-Nov-2024 11:49
 

Updated information on driving conditions and extreme weather ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
20-Nov-2024 16:41
 

Information on Presidential and National Assembly elections ('Warnings and insurance' page)

Location:
Update Date:
20-Nov-2024 11:56
 

Information on ongoing risks from frequent missile and drone attacks across the country. Exercise heightened awareness and be prepared to immediately shelter in the event an air alert is announced (‘Warnings and insurance’ page)

Location:
Update Date:
20-Nov-2024 11:34
 

Updated information about traveller declaration form ('Entry requirements' page).

Location:
Update Date:
20-Nov-2024 10:12
 

Updated information on methanol poisoning risks (‘Safety and security’ page)

Location:
Update Date:
19-Nov-2024 13:58
 

Information about national general strike in Italy on 29 November (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
19-Nov-2024 12:24
 

Updated information on the political and economic situation in Sri Lanka (‘Safety and Security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
18-Nov-2024 10:51
 

Updated information on curfew in place 20-21 November('Warnings and insurance’ page)

Location:
Update Date:
18-Nov-2024 10:38
 

Updated information about illegally carrying cannabis when leaving Thailand (‘Safety and security’ page)

Location:
Update Date:
18-Nov-2024 02:43
 

Latest update: Tropical Storm Sara – all clear given but significant flooding. International airport re-opening Monday 18 November. ('Warnings and insurance' page)

Location:
Update Date:
16-Nov-2024 22:19
 

New information on Tropical Storm Sara – flooding and temporary closure of international airport ('Warnings and insurance' page)

Location:
Update Date:
15-Nov-2024 17:27
 

New information following incident in Brasilia ('Safety and security' page)

Location:
Update Date:
15-Nov-2024 17:19
 

Latest update on continuing flight disruptions due to volcanic activity ('Warnings and insurance' page)

Location:
Update Date:
15-Nov-2024 17:16
 

New information on terrorism risks, the criminalisation of same-sex relationships and activity, and crime risks (See ‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
15-Nov-2024 16:24
 

New information on Tropical Storm Sara ('Warnings and insurance' page)

Location:
Update Date:
15-Nov-2024 16:16
 

New information added about arrival report ('Entry requirements' page)

Location:
Update Date:
15-Nov-2024 15:52
 

Information about Tropical Storm Sara ('Warnings and insurance' page)