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Most of us have experienced it. You’ve booked your adventure, you're excited, and you're gearing up to go. You've even started sporting your new hiking shoes to wear them in. Then along comes the words you didn’t want or expect to hear: a travel warning or travel alert has been placed on the destination you’re about to head to.

Is this instantly bad news for you? No, only if the FCO advice is ‘against travel’.

But what exactly do the different types of travel advice mean? We explain the three advisory levels as specified by the UK's Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO).

Search foreign travel advice for a specific country or territory .

The FCO has issued a special travel advice following the outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19).

Understanding the different levels of FCO Travel Advice

The FCO bases its travel advice on information from a number of sources (such as local knowledge from the UK embassies abroad). The level of detail may vary from place to place according to the amount of information available. When you visit a country page on the FCO website, there is a map of the country which can be green, yellow or red (although different parts of a country can have different colours). This is what the different colours mean:

Green: There are no warnings However, as the purpose of the FCO travel advice is to provide objective information, it is still recommended to read the travel advice.

Yellow: The FCO advises against “all but essential travel” According to the FCO: “Whether travel is essential or not is your own decision. You may have urgent family or business commitments to attend to. Circumstances differ from person to person. Only you can make an informed decision based on the risks.”

Red: The FCO advises against “all travel”.

Although it is uncommon for an entire country to have a warning, some countries have red areas close to international borders or in regions where there may be cases of terrorist threats, coups, civil unrest or natural disasters.

Please remember that, as per the FCO guidance , each individual trip is different and each person has their own very different view of what an acceptable level of safety means for them. The FCO always tries to make objective judgements and will advise against all or all but essential travel only when the level of risk is judged to be unacceptably high.

...you are in safe hands!

World Expeditions has been operating adventures across the globe for 45 years and, during that time, we have experienced and overcome many natural and man-made adversities.  We have well-developed and tested risk strategies for these very occurrences, utilising information from reliable sources and local knowledge on the ground.

Your safety and that of all our travellers has always been at the core of everything we do. The rise of misinformation has made making informed decisions tougher than ever before, so we encourage you to get in touch if you want to learn more about how safe it is to travel to a destination you are considering and to do your own research with credible sources.

Published on 17 March 2020.

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Covid: Foreign Office still advising against travel to countries set to turn green

• Published 15 July 2021
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One of the UK's biggest travel companies has said it is currently unable to plan holidays to Croatia and Bulgaria because of government advice.

Both countries will be added to the UK's green list from 04:00 BST on Monday, meaning people can travel there without isolating on return.

However the government's travel advice pages for both countries advises against "all but essential travel'.

Industry body Airlines UK said it was causing huge confusion for carriers.

Government travel advice affects operators' and passengers' insurance and so many are unable to offer holidays there unless this advice changes.

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The travel advice issued by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is independent from the government's traffic light system.

Tim Alderslade, chief executive of Airlines UK, said the "refusal" to align FCDO advice with international travel policies was causing huge problems.

"Carriers... have no idea if they are able to operate, despite the fact that in this case both Bulgaria and Croatia are now on the green list and the change comes into effect in four days.

"We still have little idea if the advice will change or not, which just isn't tenable when you're trying to provide clarity and transparency to passengers," Mr Alderslade added.

The FCDO says travel advice pages remain under constant review to ensure they reflect the most up-to-date information and advice, and the travel advice for a number of countries has changed over the last week.

FCDO added this is an ongoing process and further changes to other amber and green list countries may take place before 19th of July.

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As of 23 March, the FCO has been advising UK nationals who are travelling abroad to return home immediately if commercial flights are still available.

This article was first published 28 February. It was last updated on 13 April at 1pm (GMT). The Guardian has published a new article on the countries easing restrictions around Europe, which is being updating regularly.

UK nationals who are usually based in the UKare urged to return home if possible:

“International travel is becoming very limited as air routes close, land borders close and new restrictions are put in place that prevent flights from leaving,” the FCO website says. “We are working with airlines to keep routes open, and calling for international action to keep routes open to enable British people [to] return home on commercial flights. We are also working around the clock to support those British travellers who are already finding difficulties in coming back to the UK. If you are a permanent resident overseas, you should stay and follow the advice of the local authorities in the country you live in.”

UK nationals who are unable to return home should follow the advice of local authorities, including local measures to help minimise exposure. This may include remaining in a hotel room or other accommodation for 14 days; being moved to quarantine facilities; being tested for coronavirus and, if positive, in some cases being admitted to hospital. Travellers with visa enquiries or visas that may soon be expiring should contact local immigration authorities in the country or the UK-based embassy .

On 30 March, the government announced it was partnering with airlines to charter flights to help bring stranded UK nationals home . Details will be published on the FCO travel advice pages and here when available. In some cases, the government may be able to offer an emergency loan to pay for flights back to the UK .

The Foreign Office (FCO) is advising UK nationals against all but essential international travel. This advice took effect on 17 March, for an initial period of 30 days, but was extended on 4 April for an indefinite period. Border closures and other travel restrictions are increasing globally.

Within the UK, the government is calling on people to avoid travelling at all unless essential.

“Essential travel does not include visits to second homes, campsites, caravan parks or similar, whether for isolation purposes or holidays. People should remain in their primary residence. Not taking these steps puts additional pressure on communities and services that are already at risk.”

The following countries have travel restrictions in place that may affect UK nationals (who do not have residenc es in other countries). These include quarantine measures, border closures, flight suspensions, health screenings and other measures. Countries permitting entry are likely to ask travellers to present a health certificate stating that they do not have coronavirus.

* EU proposes suspension of non-essential travel

The EU has proposed that all non-essential travel be suspended to the European Union for 30 days. This would affect travel from outside the EU, but the UK would be exempt.

Albania Ban on entry to UK travellers, flights suspended, and borders closed. Suspension of cultural and sporting activities; ban on large gatherings; closure of restaurants and bars; shops open for limited hours; public transport limited.

Andorra, Monaco and the Netherlands Cultural and sporting activities prohibited; large gatherings restricted; restaurants and bars closed; shops open for limited hours; public transport limited. Some flights suspended.

Austria No direct flights between Austria and the UK, or direct air or rail connections from Austria to Italy, France, Spain or Switzerland. Transit permitted. Travellers coming from Italy by road will be stopped at the border and must present a health certificate stating that they are not affected by coronavirus. Ski resorts in Tirol, Salzburg and Vorarlberg were closed on 15 March.

Azerbaijan Flights suspended until 20 April. Mandatory quarantine for 14 days. E-visas suspended. For assistance phone +994 12 437 7878. Email [email protected] to extend visas.

Belarus UK travellers are strongly advised to return to the UK while flights are still operating – Belavia continues to operate direct flights four times a week. Self quarantine for 14 days for anyone travelling from a country with confirmed cases.

Belgium Measures in place until 19 April are likely to be extended until 3 May. These include: suspension of flights from outside the EU; self quarantine for all arrivals for 14 days; proof of residence and onward travel required for transit through Belgium; restrictions on non-essential movement (except food shopping, medical care and exercise), suspension of cultural and sporting activities; a ban on large gatherings; closure of restaurants and bars; shops open for limited hours; limited public transport.

Bosnia-Herzegovina Ban on entry to UK travellers, flights suspended and borders closed. Suspension of cultural and sporting activities; ban on large gatherings; closure of restaurants and bars; shops open for limited hours; public transport limited. Curfew in the Federation and Republika Srpska from 8pm to 5am (the latter also has a curfew from midday on Saturdays until 6pm Sundays). Sign up for email alerts on repatriation.

Bulgaria Ban on entry to UK travellers. Some flights continue to operate from Sofia to the UK. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible and . Restrictions on non-essential movement (except food shopping, medical care and exercise).

Croatia Ban on entry to UK travellers. Borders were closed from 19 March for 30 days. Dubrovnik airport is closed until further notice; other airports are open but travellers should contact airlines for flight status, which can change at short notice. As of 27 March, travellers still in the country will not face sanctions for overstaying conditions, but are advised to contact the nearest police station to register their continued stay to prevent complications upon departure.

Cyprus Ban on entry to UK travellers. Flights suspended. Anyone going outdoors must carry a form explaining the reasons for going outdoors and present it to the police if stopped. For repatriation updates follow the embassy’s Facebook and Twitter .

Czech Republic Ban on entry to UK travellers. Transit permitted – call +420 257 40 2111 (choose option 1 for English, then option 4 for consular assistance) 24 hours before travelling. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible, as onward travel could become more difficult. Prague Airport remains open, but most flights suspended, including direct flights to the UK (indirect flights are likely to be limited, expensive, and subject to last-minute cancellation). A limited number of coaches running from Prague to London until 15 April. Contact the embassy for more information on +420 257 402 111.

Denmark Ban on entry to UK travellers. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible, as onward travel could become more difficult. No direct flights operating from Denmark to the UK after 8 April. Flights Copenhagen and Billund airports remain open until then, with flights operating with BA from Copenhagen to London. Flights from Greenland suspended until at least 8 April. Flights to Faroe Islands severely reduced. Borders closed until at least 13 April. Restrictions on non-essential movement (except food shopping, medical care and exercise); ban on large gatherings; closure of restaurants and bars; shops open for limited hours.

Estonia, Georgia, Latvia, North Macedonia, Norway, Serbia and Ukraine Ban on entry to UK travellers. Check with airlines and transport providers whether transit is permitted before setting off. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving these countries as soon as possible, as onward travel could become more difficult. Flight schedules are reduced, some land/sea borders closed and some non-essential movement restricted.

Finland Borders closed. Non-resident UK nationals are permitted entry for limited essential or compassionate reasons: they must provide evidence for their travel and should visit the Finnish Border Guard website for more information. Transit via Helsinki airport and sea ports is permitted with proof of onward travel out of the country.

France From 6 April, an “attestation” (certifying the reason for travel) is required to enter mainland France. Some flights suspended. P&O and DFDS operating with reduced ferry services for cross-Channel routes. Eurostar is operating limited services between Paris and London. Eurotunnel Le Shuttle is operating a limited service through the Channel Tunnel for vehicles. UK nationals can still drive through France to return to the UK. Restrictions on non-essential movement until 15 April (food shopping, medical care, exercise of up to 20 minutes running or walking). Cultural and sporting activities are suspended, large gatherings banned, restaurants and bars closed, shops open for limited hours, public transport limited.

Germany Ban on entry to UK travellers. Some flights suspended and borders closed except for transit, which is permitted with proof of onward journey (confirmed ferry or Eurotunnel booking). Flights to London are available from Berlin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt am Main and Munich, including with British Airways, Eurowings, Lufthansa and Ryanair. Restrictions to non-essential movement (food shopping, medical care and exercise) and public gatherings of more than two people are prohibited.

Greece Direct flights from UK, Italy, Spain and Turkey suspended until 15 April initially, some indirect flights still possible. Self-quarantine for 14 days for all travellers. Cultural and sporting activities suspended, large gatherings banned, restaurants and bars closed, shops open at limited hours and public transport limited. Health screenings on arrival are likely.

Hungary Ban on entry to UK travellers. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible, as onward travel could become more difficult. Flight schedules are reduced, and there are restrictions on non-essential movement (except food shopping, medical care and exercise, with 1.5m distancing), with fines possible. Budapest airport remains open until further notice, with WizzAir and British Airways running two and one flight(s) respectively per day in both directions; and Ryanair continues to fly four times a week to London.

Iceland Ban on entry to UK travellers until 17 April. Some flights suspended. Large gatherings prohibited.

Ireland Flights and ferry services continue to operate between Ireland and Great Britain. Large gatherings prohibited; restrictions on non-essential movement (except food shopping, medical care and exercise).

Isle of Man Ban on entry to all passengers. Large gatherings prohibited; restrictions on non-essential movement (except food shopping, medical care and exercise).

Italy Travel to Italy is possible for emergency reasons only. Only one airport per region will remain open (Rome Ciampino and Terminal 1 of Rome Fiumicino airport closed). Alitalia currently operates the only daily flight to the UK, from Rome Fiumicino to Heathrow. Alitalia currently operates the only daily flights from Italy to the UK.

Liechtenstein Border closed at Schellenberg and Mauren, and open at Ruggell and Schaanwald for commuters, goods and transit. Flights operating to London from Zurich and Geneva, with British Airways, KLM and Swiss.

Lithuania Ban on entry and transit to UK travellers. Countrywide quarantine until 14 April. All commercial flights suspended until further notice. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible. For urgent consular assistance call +370 5 246 2900. For repatriation updates follow the embassy on Twitter and Facebook .

Luxembourg All passenger flights were suspended on 23 March. Restrictions on non-essential movement (except food shopping and health reasons). Cultural and sporting activities are prohibited, large gatherings banned, restaurants and bars closed, shops likely to be open for limited hours, public transport limited.

Malta Travellers are advised by the Maltese government to leave as soon as possible. Air Malta is running flights to Heathrow, currently five times a week but for a limited period, subject to demand. All passenger ferries are suspended.

Moldova Ban on entry to UK travellers. Flights suspended. Most border crossings with Ukraine and Romania closed.

Montenegro Ban on entry to UK travellers. Flights suspended and restrictions to non-essential movement, large gatherings and intercity travel. For urgent assistance, contact the embassy on +382 20 420 100.

Poland Ban on entry to UK travellers. Flights suspended, borders closed to entry and non-essential movement restricted. Hotels and short-term accommodation will be closed to new guests. To register for repatriation and assistance, email [email protected].

Portugal Land border restrictions with Spain until 15 April (cross-border commuters and deliveries only). However, UK nationals can still drive through Spain and France to return to the UK. Flights from outside the EU suspended (and some other routes limited); all airports closed to passenger traffic until 13 April initially. British Airways and Ryanair are currently operating daily flights from Lisbon to Heathrow and Stansted. All campsites closed. Restrictions to non-essential movement. For assistance phone (+351) 808 24 24 24 (press 5 for English).

Romania Ban on entry to UK travellers. Flights and bus and rail routes from Italy suspended, and most other flights suspended. Large gatherings banned and some public transport suspended. For repatriation updates follow the embassy on Facebook .

Russia Ban on entry to UK travellers. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible, as onward travel could become more difficult. Flight schedules are reduced, some borders closed and some non-essential movement restricted. For repatriation updates follow the embassy on Twitter and Facebook .

Slovakia Ban on entry to UK travellers. Exit via road to Austria is currently permitted but there are restrictions at borders with Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic and Ukraine. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible, as onward travel could become more difficult. Flight schedules reduced, land borders closed (excluding residents and those with temporary residency permits). Wearing of face masks mandatory outdoors.

Slovenia Flights suspended until at least 13 April. Passenger trains between Slovenia and Austria suspended. Land borders closed to non-residents, unless they have a health certificate stating they do not have coronavirus. Email [email protected] for assistance. Suspension of cultural and sporting activities; ban on large gatherings; closure of restaurants and bars; shops open for limited hours; public transport suspended.

Spain Ban on entry to UK travellers. UK nationals can still drive through Spain to return to the UK. All borders were closed for entry from 23 March for 30 days. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible. Hotels and short-stay accommodation now closed (measures do not apply to long-term accommodation, such as long-stay campsites, provided travellers can cater for themselves and do not rely on communal facilities, which will be closed). Some flights suspended. Land borders open to cross-border commuters and deliveries only. Tight restrictions on non-essential movement including exercise (food shopping and medical care only).

Sweden Ban on entry to UK travellers. There are no direct flights from Sweden, Denmark or Norway to the UK, but some indirect routes remain open but limited. For urgent assistance call +46 77 33 113 13.

Switzerland Ban on entry to UK travellers. Land borders closed to non-residents (cross-border commuters and deliveries only) and some flights restricted (residents only). Restrictions on non-essential movement (food shopping, medical care, exercise and those who can’t work from home). Cultural and sporting activities suspended, ski resorts closed, large gatherings banned, restaurants and bars closed, food shops open for limited hours and public transport limited.

Turkey Ban on entry to UK travellers. Direct flights to the UK suspended. For repatriation and assistance email [email protected] (including full name, passport number, date of birth, contact details, exact location, country of residence, health issues, dependants travelling with you and the airline you travelled with.) Land borders closed. Travellers who test positive on arrival will be quarantined in a government facility for 14 days; those who test negative must self-quarantine for 14 days. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible.

Armenia, Bhutan, Israel, Kuwait and Kyrgyzstan Ban on entry to UK travellers. Some flights and visa-on-arrival schemes suspended. Check with travel providers if transit is permitted before travelling.

Bahrain Ban on entry to UK travellers. Suspension of visa-on-arrival scheme. Self-quarantine for 14 days. No gatherings of five or more, shops closed except for food. National hotline: 444. For those unable to leave due to flight restrictions, apply for a visa extension online .

Bangladesh Ban on entry to travellers who have recently been in Europe. Suspension of visa-on-arrival scheme. National carrier Biman Airlines has suspended flights from Dhaka to the UK until 30 April. For urgent assistance phone +88 02 55668700 or contact the embassy via a web form .

Brunei Ban on entry to UK travellers. Royal Brunei Airlines has suspended direct flights from Brunei to London – currently it is the only airline flying from Brunei, with twice-weekly flights to Hong Kong, Manila, Melbourne, and Singapore.

Cambodia Visa exemptions and visa on arrival scheme suspended until 30 April. Any travellers on a tourist visa valid from 1 January 2020 onwards, will have it automatically extended and overstay charges waived. Ban on entry to travellers who have recently been in France, Germany, Iran, Italy, Spain or the US. Land border restrictions. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible.

China Ban on entry and transit to UK travellers. The FCO advises against all travel to the Hubei Province. For urgent consular assistance phone +86 (0)10 8529 6600 or the FCO in London on +44 (0) 207 008 1500. Many airlines, including British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, have suspended flights to and from mainland China, other international airlines may only maintain one route to China, operating one flight per week.

Hong Kong Ban on entry and transit to UK travellers. Some flights suspended. Gatherings of more than four people in public are prohibited; those who do not comply risk imprisonment. Limited direct flights to the UK, and some airlines have a total suspension in place (including British Airways from 8-24 April; from 8 April, Cathay Pacific will only operate two flights a week (Wednesday and Sunday) to London. Indirect flights are also increasingly limited, and travellers should check layover destinations permit transit before travelling.

India Ban on entry to UK travellers. Flights suspended until 14 April initially. Non-essential movement severely restricted. All visas and e-visas suspended until 15 April. Current repatriation flights include Goa to London on 14 and 16 April ( register details ); Goa to London (via Mumbai) on 18 April (from Goa register details ; or from Mumbai register details ); Amritsar to London on 13, 17, and 19 April ( register details ); Ahmedabad to London on 13 and 15 April ( register details ); Hyderabad (via Ahmedabad) to London on 17 April (from Hyderabad register details ; or from Ahmedabad register details ); Chennai (via Bengaluru) to London on 20 April (from Chennai register details ; or from Bengaluru register details ); Kolkata (via Delhi) to London on 19 April (from Kolkata register details ; or from Delhi register details ); Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) (via Kochi (Cochin)) to London on 15 April (from Trivandrum register details or from Cochin register details ); Amritsar to London on 16 and 18 April ( register details ). For urgent assistance use the following numbers: New Delhi +91 (11) 2419 2100; Chennai + 91 (44) 42192151; Mumbai/Goa +91 (22) 6650 2222. For future repatriation flights, contact [email protected] with full names, dates of birth, passport numbers, visa status, contact details, exact location in India, date of arrival, details of planned return flight and any medical conditions.

Indonesia Ban on entry to travellers who have been in the UK, Iran, Italy, Spain, France, Germany or Switzerland in the 14 days before entry. All visas suspended until 20 April initially. Flights severely disrupted and transit options limited.

Japan Visa-on-arrival system suspended until the end of April initially. Some direct flights still scheduled with Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways; and a limited number of indirect flights including with Qatar Airways and Air France. From 3 April, ban on entry to travellers who have been in the UK (and any of these countries ) 14 days before arrival. Restrictions on non-essential movement in Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, Chiba, Osaka, Hyogo and Fukuoka, until 6 May. The Japanese embassy in London can be contacted 9.30am-4.30pm Mon-Fri on 020 7465 6565. Japan’s Immigration Services Agency can be contacted on +81 570 013 904 or +81 357 967 112.

Jordan No commercial flights in or out of the country, and all land and sea borders closed. Restrictions on large gatherings and non-essential movement (except food shopping, medical care and exercise).

Laos Borders closed with Thailand. Thai Airlines and Thai Smile have suspended flights between Vientiane and Bangkok. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible, as onward travel could become more difficult. Land border restrictions. The embassy will be posting updates via Facebook.

Lebanon All borders closed and flights suspended. Restrictions on non-essential movement (except food shopping, medical care); violators could face imprisonment; public and private gatherings banned; two people per car only; public transport suspended, until at least 26 April. For urgent assistance phone +961 (0)1 960800. For repatriation updates, follow the embassy on on Twitter and Facebook .

Macao Ban on entry to UK travellers. Limited indirect flights available, and travellers should check layover destinations permit transit before travelling. Ferry crossings with Hong Kong suspended. Only vehicles with specific licenses permitted to use the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao bridge (open 6am-10pm).

Malaysia Ban on entry to UK travellers until 28 April initially, but those in the country are permitted to stay. Transit permitted through Kuala Lumpur airport, but not between terminals, so travellers should confirm before travelling. Some flights suspended. Qatar Airways currently operating some flights from Kuala Lumpur to the UK and British Airways plans to resume daily flights from Kuala Lumpur on 2 May.

Maldives Ban on entry to UK travellers. Most flights suspended. Qatar Airways intends to operate a flight from Male’ to Doha on 21 April. Please contact the Qatar Airways airline office on 3334777 for further information.

Mongolia Ban on entry to UK travellers. Flights suspended. To extend visas contact the immigration office (telephone +976 1800 1882 or +976 9314 1009).

Myanmar All commercial flights suspended from 30 March. Transit permitted through Thailand with a health certificate stating that the traveller does not have coronavirus. Travellers wishing to leave should email [email protected] with full name, phone number, email and number of people wishing to travel.

Nepal Flights and visa-on-arrival scheme suspended until 15 April. UK travellers aiming to return to the UK, should contact [email protected], with names, passport numbers, dates of birth, exact location in Nepal and contact details. All mountaineering expeditions for spring 2020 have been suspended.

Oman Ban on entry to UK travellers. Flights suspended. UK travellers wishing to return home are advised to contact airlines to make sure demand for flights is logged. For urgent assistance phone +968 2460 9000, including to register interest for a possible flight from Muscat to UK on 10 April.

Pakistan All flights suspended. Some borders closed. Large gatherings prohibited. Travellers must present a health certificate stating that they are not affected by coronavirus, issued in the 24 hours prior to arrival. For urgent assistance contact +92 (0) 51 201 2000.

Philippines Ban on entry to all UK travellers. Public transport suspended and limited flights. For assistance email name, location, passport number and contact details to [email protected]. For repatriation assistance phone +44(0)7537 416 127 or email [email protected].

Qatar Ban on entry to UK travellers. Some flights suspended. Transit currently permitted.

Saudi Arabia Flights suspended and borders closed. Curfew 7pm to 6am for 21 days from 23 March. Suspension of domestic flights, buses, some taxi services and trains from 21 March. For repatriation email [email protected] with “URGENT RETURN” in the subject line, and call +966 (0) 11 481 9100 for further assistance.

Singapore Ban on entry and transit. Currently there are direct flights scheduled with Singapore Airlines three times per week (Monday/Thursday/Saturday); and indirect flights with Qatar Airways continue to fly between Singapore and the UK via Doha. UK travellers who wish to leave are advised to consider doing so as soon as possible.

South Korea The FCO advise against all travel to the cities of Daegu, Cheongdo and Gyeongsan, which are designated as “special care zones” following a high number of cases. Self quarantine for 14 days for all arrivals. Transit permitted. Korean Air continues to operate direct flights to the UK; British Airways will suspend its direct service from 12th April; and indirect flights to the UK transiting via a third country are also available.

Sri Lanka No new visas being issued, but those currently in the country can extend visas until 12 May. National curfew in place. Sri Lankan Airlines are running flights until 18 April, and Qatar Airways are operating reduced service. National helpline for tourists: 1912.

Taiwan Ban on entry to UK travellers. Flights suspended until 30 April. Face masks mandatory on all public transport. The embassy is posting updates on its Twitter and Facebook .

Tajikistan All flights suspended from 20 March. Somon Air is due to organise a flight from Dushanbe to Frankfurt – to register interest, contact airline rep Firuz Davlatov on +992 908 085 666 and the British Embassy at [email protected].

Thailand Ban on entry to UK travellers from 26 March. Contact the British Embassy for letters to support visa extension applications for use at the immigration office (usually not required for the first extension). Fights suspended until 19 April. For flight information email [email protected] with full names, dates of birth, passport numbers contact details, exact location, nearest airport and arrival date. National curfew from 10pm-4am from 3 April; some land border restrictions.

Turkmenistan Ban on entry to UK travellers. Borders closed and flights suspended until 20 April.

UAE Ban on entry to UK travellers. Flights suspended. For repatriation assistance contact [email protected] or 04 309 4444/02 610 1100, with full names, passport numbers, visa status (resident or tourist), contact details and current circumstances. Travellers who could not leave the country owing to the closure of borders will receive support, including permission to stay (further details to be announced).

Uzbekistan Ban on entry to UK travellers. Air and sea borders closed. Self-quarantine for 14 days. Face masks mandatory when outside.

Vietnam Ban on entry to UK travellers. Email [email protected] for a flight on 14 April (Phnom Penh to Hanoi to London). Most other flights suspended, with new flights announced on the embassy’s Twitter – currently some flights operating from Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi via Qatar, Japan and South Korea. Limited taxis but some private hire cars available, with an airport transfer facilitation letter (available from @UKinVietnam or email [email protected] ). No new visas being issued for 15-30 days, and 14-day quarantine for all travellers entering Vietnam. Restrictions on non-essential movement (except food shopping, medical care and exercise) until 15 April. Face masks mandatory.

Anguilla Sea and airports closed for 14 days from 20 March. Self-quarantine for travellers who have been outside the Caribbean region within the 14 days prior to arrival.

Antigua & Barbuda Ban on entry to UK travellers. VC Bird airport closed to international arrivals on commercial flights, but departures will be permitted to repatriate tourists. All seaports closed from 27 March for 14 days. Argentina Ban on entry to UK travellers. Borders closed and nationwide quarantine until 26 April initially. Flights suspended.Travellers still in Argentina are advised to find secure accommodation and email [email protected] to register for repatriation, including full name, passport number, date of birth, current location in Argentina and contact details. For urgent consular assistance call +54 11 4808-220.

Aruba, El Salvador, Montserrat, Saint Helena and Saint Maarten Ban on entry to UK travellers. All borders closed. UK travellers who wish to leave are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible, to ensure travel plans can be met.

Bahamas Ban on entry to UK travellers. Airports and seaports closed until 30 April. Email [email protected] to register for assistance, including name, contact details and exact location. Curfew until 8 April, which may be extended.

Barbados Mandatory quarantine for 14 days. National 24-hour curfew from 3 April. Flights suspended. Supermarkets closed until further notice; village shops remain open, but are subject to limited hours. For urgent assistance phone +1 246 430 7800.

Belize Ban on entry to UK travellers. Borders closed and flights suspended for 30 days from 21 March. Curfew from 8pm to 5am. For updates on repatriation email contact details to [email protected] . For urgent assistance phone +501 822 2146 and select option 2. United Airlines’ flight from Belize City to Houston originally scheduled for 14 April now postponed until 16 April – email [email protected] or WhatsApp message to +501 614-2613 for more information.

Bermuda Ban on entry to UK travellers from 20 March. No incoming passenger flights from LF Wade airport for two weeks.

Bolivia Ban on entry to UK travellers. Email [email protected] for assistance and repatriation enquiries. All flights suspended until 15 April initially. Land borders closed. Non-essential movement severely restricted.

Brazil Ban on entry to all travellers from 23 March for 30 days. Direct flights suspended (likely to be for the first three weeks of April) and land borders closed. Some indirect routes to the UK are still operating with Air France, KLM and Lufthansa.UK travellers who wish to leave are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible, to ensure travel plans can be met.

British Virgin Islands All airports and seaports closed until 24 April initially.

Canada Ban on entry to UK travellers. Only Toronto Pearson, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau, Calgary International Airport and Vancouver International airports are operating international flights. US border closed to non-essential travel from 20 March. UK travellers who wish to leave are advised to consider doing so as soon as possible, to ensure travel plans can be met.

Cayman Islands Ban on entry to UK travellers. International passenger flights suspended for three weeks from 22 March. UK travellers who wish to leave are advised to consider doing so as soon as possible. Chile Land and sea borders closed and flights suspended. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible. Overstaying a visa could affect your departure. For repatriation news follow the embassy on Twitter and Facebook .

Colombia Ban on entry to UK travellers. Airports closed and international flights suspended from 23 March. Restrictions on non-essential movement until 13 April initially. Land and sea borders closed. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible.

Costa Rica Ban on entry to UK travellers. Flights suspended. Email [email protected] to register for repatriation and assistance. For urgent assistance contact the embassy on (+506) 2258 2025 or the tourism institute for issues including accommodation, on +506-2299-5827 or by WhatsApp message at +506-8628-3247. British Airways are not scheduled to resume flights to/from Costa Rica until 27 June 2020. There is a French repatriation flight on Wednesday 15 April with some available seats for UK nationals – email [email protected] asap for more information.

Cuba Ban on entry to UK travellers. Flights suspended. Travellers staying in casas particulares may be moved to hotels; those in hotels will be confined to the hotel. Restricted services and hours in restaurants and bars; public transport between regions suspended and other urban routes likely to be affected; restrictions to non-essential movement, particularly in Havana. For urgent assistance phone +53 7 214 2200.

Curaçao Ban on entry to travellers. Curfew all day for two weeks from 29 March.

Dominica Flights suspended and borders closed. For urgent assistance phone 1 246 430 7800. Curfew 6pm to 6am Monday to Thursday, and all weekend.

Dominican Republic Air, land and sea borders closed from 19 March. Travel over municipal borders prohibited. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible. Restrictions on non-essential movement ( except food shopping, medical care and exercise). Cultural and sporting activities prohibited; large gatherings banned; restaurants and bars closed; shops likely to be open at limited hours and public transport limited. For assistance and repatriation enquiries email [email protected].

Ecuador Borders closed. All flights suspended until at least 30 April. All travel to Galapagos suspended and all national parks closed until further notice. For anyone wishing to leave the Galapagos, register online . Restrictions on non-essential movement (except food shopping, medical care and exercise). Curfew in place from 2pm to 5am.

Guatemala Ban on entry to UK travellers. All land, air and maritime borders are closed. Public transport suspended. Curfew 4pm-4am. Email [email protected] to register for repatriation and assistance. For urgent assistance phone (502) 2380 7300.

Grenada Ban on entry to traveller who have been in the UK 14 days before arrival (and on also on travellers who have been to Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, China, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Iran, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland or US)

Guyana All international flights suspended from Cheddi Jagan airport at Timehri and Eugene Correia airport at Ogle. Land borders closed. For information on upcoming flights email [email protected], with names, passport details, dates of birth, exact location in Guyana, and contact details. For urgent consular assistance phone 00592 226 5881.

Haiti Ban on entry to UK travellers. All borders closed. Curfew 8pm to 5am. For repatriation and assistance email details to [email protected], or for urgent matters phone +1 809 472 7111.

Honduras Ban on entry to UK travellers. Curfew 24 hours a day until 12 April. All borders closed and flights suspended. Email [email protected] for repatriation enquiries and assistance.

Jamaica Ban on entry to UK travellers. All borders closed. UK travellers who wish to leave are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible, to ensure travel plans can be met. Email [email protected] for assistance. Kingston to London Gatwick flights likely to resume on 1 May with British Airways.

Mexico Some flights suspended. Large gatherings restricted. Land border with US closed from 21 March to all non-essential traffic for 30 days.

Nicaragua Some flights suspended. Aeromexico flights currently operating to Mexico City, with connections to London on 19 and 26 April. Domestic airline La Costeña appears to be operating as usual. Border restrictions with Costa Rica and Honduras. National helpline: 123.

Panama Ban on entry to UK travellers. Flights suspended until 22 April. National curfew between 9pm and 5am – travellers should not leave their accommodation outside of these hours. Closure of commercial and leisure establishments, restrictions on entry to supermarkets and public transport limited. For repatriation assistance [email protected].

Paraguay Ban on entry to UK travellers. Flights suspended. To register for repatriation and assistance, send your contact details, by email to [email protected]. Restrictions on non-essential movement (ie food shopping and medical care only). Closure of commercial and leisure establishments, restrictions on entry to supermarkets; and public transport suspended.

Peru Ban on entry to UK travellers. Land and sea borders closed and air travel limited. There is one flight due on 15 April (£250pp), book here for Lima to London, and here for Cusco to London via Lima, or call CTM on +44 20 7429 9725. For repatriation assistance email [email protected] for alerts and follow @UKinPeru on Twitter. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible. Restrictions on non-essential movement (except food shopping, exercise and medical care).

Saint Kitts & Nevis Ban on entry to UK travellers. All borders closed. Flights suspended. For urgent assistance phone +1 246 430 7800.

Saint Lucia Ban on entry to UK travellers. Flights suspended and borders closed. National helpline: 311, or for urgent help contact +1 758 452 2482 (option 2). For repatriation enquiries and assistance follow the embassy on Facebook and Twitter .

Saint Vincent & the Grenadines Self-quarantine for 14 days. Ban on entry to travellers who have been in China, Italy or Iran in the 14 days before arrival. For urgent assistance, phone (+1 784) 534 4325 or e-mail [email protected] . Flights suspended other than a once daily flight on LIAT between St Vincent and Barbados. Seaports of Bequia, Mustique, Canouan and Union Island closed to yachts and pleasure craft.

Trinidad & Tobago Ban on entry to UK travellers. Some flights suspended. Restrictions on non-essential movement until 15 April (except food shopping, medical care and exercise). Visa extensions granted until 22 June (for stamps given 1 March-30 April) – email [email protected]. For urgent consular assistance phone +1 868 350 0444 (option 2, then option 1).

Turks & Caicos Ban on entry to travellers who have been in affected countries in the 21 days before arrival – a list of countries that is subject to change frequently. All airports closed.

Uruguay All flights to US and Europe suspended. Border closed with Argentina including ferries. Large commercial premises closed until further notice. For repatriation updates follow the embassy on Twitter and Facebook .

USA Ban on entry to UK travellers. Border with Canada closed to non-essential travel from 20 March (midnight EST). Some flights suspended. UK travellers who wish to leave are advised to consider doing so as soon as possible, to ensure travel plans can be met. Some transatlantic flights operating from JFK (New York), LAX (Los Angeles), BOS (Boston), IAD (Washington DC), SFO (San Francisco), ORD (Chicago), SEA (Seattle), MIA (Miami), EWR (Newark), and ATL (Atlanta), with flights likely to be scheduled with American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, United and Virgin Atlantic.

Australia Ban on entry to UK travellers. All borders closed and could remain so for at least six months (to non-citizens and non-residents). Self-quarantine for 14 days. Large gatherings banned. UK travellers looking to return to the UK are advised to register on the British High Commission’s registration site . Travellers with a compassionate or compelling reason to enter or transit can apply to the authorities for an exemption via an online form . Travel between most states and territories within is now restricted to essential travel only. Airlines still operating include Qatar Airways (via Doha), with one flight a day from each of Sydney, Melbourne and Perth until further notice and one flight per day from Brisbane until 15 April; and Qantas is running one flight a week from Melbourne to London from 19 April for four weeks.

Cook Islands and French Polynesia Ban on entry to UK travellers. Some flights suspended.

Fiji Nadi Airport will close to all scheduled flights. No connections through Australia or New Zealand. National curfew from 30 March from 10pm-5am. Flights suspended. Email [email protected] to register for repatriation and assistance, including name, contact details, passport number and exact location.

Kiribati Ban on entry to UK travellers. Tarawa airport closed until 30 April. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible, as onward travel could become more difficult.

Micronesia Entry restricted to those who have spent 14 days in a country without any cases prior to arrival. UK travellers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible, as onward travel could become more difficult.

Nauru Ban on entry to travellers who have been in or transited through China, Hong Kong, Iran, Italy, Macao or South Korea in the 21 days before arrival.

New Zealand Ban on entry to all UK travellers. Domestic travel permitted for people connecting with international flights to home countries, including public or private transport. Large gatherings banned. Flights severely disrupted and transit options limited. Register for assistance with the British High Commission . Airlines currently flying to the UK include Malaysia Airlines (via Kuala Lumpur), Qatar Airways (via Doha) and Air New Zealand/Virgin Atlantic (via Los Angeles) – but check with airlines and countries if transit is permitted before boarding. Transit via New Zealand is permitted for UK travellers returning home, with a layover of no more than 10 hours.

Palau Ban on entry to travellers who have been in China, Hong Kong or Macao in the 14 days before arrival.

Samoa No connections through Australia or New Zealand. Travellers must present a health certificate stating that they are not affected by coronavirus. Ban on entry to travellers who have recently been in Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Canada, China, Czechia, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong (SAR China), Iceland, Italy, Iran, Japan, Kuwait, Luxembourg, Macao, Malaysia, Netherlands, Norway, Qatar, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates or USA.

Solomon Islands Ban on entry to UK travellers and flights suspended.

Tonga Ban on entry to UK travellers. All borders closed and flights suspended until 18 April initially. For repatriation updates follow the Fiji embassy on Facebook and their Twitter (there are no consular services in Tonga itself). National curfew 8pm-6am until 17 April initially.

Vanuatu All borders and airports closed until further notice. No commercial services are expected to operate while state of emergency is in place (from 26 March for 14 days).

Algeria Borders closed and flights suspended. Email for further assistance: [email protected]. Large events banned and many public spaces and amenities closed. Curfew in place 7am to 7pm.

Angola Flights suspended. Ban on entry to travellers who have visited China, South Korea, Iran, France, Spain, Portugal or Italy since December. There is a flight from Luanda to Lisbon on 14 April, contact: [email protected] as soon as possible to book.

Benin Quarantine in allocated hotels for all travellers arriving by air. Entry and exit at border crossings will be limited to “extreme necessity”. Commercial flights continue to operate.

Botswana Temporary ban on visas for nationals from affected countries affected. Some land border restrictions.

Burundi and Guinea-Bissau Borders closed and flights suspended.

Cameroon Borders closed and flights suspended. Email to register for repatriation including name, contact details, passport number and exact location to [email protected], or for urgent assistance call the embassy on 00442070081500 / +237 222220545.

Cape Verde All sea borders closed and flights restricted.

Comoros All airports closed. Entry restricted to those who have spent 14 days in a country without any cases prior to arrival..

Congo Borders closed and flights suspended.Email [email protected] for repatriation and assistance.

Democratic Republic of Congo, , Malawi and Mozambique, Togo and Zambia Self-quarantine for 14 days for travellers who have recently been in affected countries. Some flights suspended.

Gambia Most flights suspended. Email [email protected] for repatriation and assistance. National helpline: 1025.

Egypt Ban on entry to UK travellers. Flights suspended with updates on new flights being published on Facebook and on Twitter .

Eritrea Asmara International Airport is closed for a minimum of two weeks from 25 March, and visa entry scheme suspended. For repatriation enquiries and assistance email [email protected] or call 07 660 207 (including name, contact details, passport number, date of birth, airline and ticket number, exact location, UK address, health conditions).

Eswatini Land borders closed. Non-essential travel between towns and large gatherings restricted. UK travellers can transit through Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg.

Ethiopia Land borders closed, but some flights continue to operate from Addis Ababa Bole airport. Large gatherings and non-essential movement restricted. Self-quarantine for 14 days for travellers who have recently been in affected countries. Travellers with an onward ticket are exempt from quarantine. For repatriation assistance email [email protected] , including name, contact details and current location. For urgent assistance contact +251 (0)11 617 0100, or from the UK 0207 008 1500.

Ghana Borders closed and restrictions on non essential movement until 27 April. Most flights suspended. UK travellers wishing to leave should travel to Accra as soon as possible, as movement within the country will become more restricted. For repatriation updates follow the embassy on Twitter and Facebook , or for urgent assistance call call + 233 302 213 250.

Guinea Conakry Airport and all borders closed until further notice. Curfew 9pm-5am. For repatriation assistance email [email protected], including name, passport number, date of birth, current location and contact details.

Kenya Ban on entry to UK travellers. All flights suspended. UK travellers needing to leave should register online for the next repatriation flight, and email details to [email protected] (including name, passport number, contact details, exact location, address in the UK, details of who you are travelling with and any health issues). Face masks mandatory in public places and on public and private transport.

Namibia Ban on entry to UK travellers. Restrictions on domestic travel and non-essential movement. All flights suspended and borders closed. Lockdown of Khomas and Erongo regions until 17 April initially. For repatriation assistance email [email protected] , including name, passport number, date of birth, current location and contact details. For urgent assistance, including issues getting to airports, contact the British High Commission on 061274800.

Mauritius Ban on entry to UK travellers. Flights suspended. UK nationals in Mauritius on a tourist visa do not need to extend their “leave to stay” period (as stamped in your passport on arrival) even if it is due to expire.

Liberia All flights suspended. Restrictions on movement and social distancing enforced. Quarantine of 14 days likely for travellers who have recently been in affected countries.

Madagascar All flights suspended and ports closed until further notice. There are no viable departure options at present.

Morocco Flights to and from UK suspended. Restaurants, bars and other public spaces closed, restrictions on non-essential movement (except food shopping, medical care and exercise) – all movement around the country and within towns is restricted to essential shopping or medical assistance, and requires an “exceptional movement certificate” from the Moroccan authorities. Face masks mandatory in public places, and those who do not wear one could face prosecution. Passenger ferry links between Morocco and Spain and Gibraltar suspended. Flight updates on Facebook and Twitter . Email [email protected] to register for repatriation and assistance, including name, contact details, passport number, exact location.

Rwanda All flights suspended from 20 March for initial period of 30 days. Borders closed and and restrictions on non-essential movement outside of residences, including travel between cities and districts from 21 March for two weeks.

Senegal All commercial flights suspended until further notice.Curfew 8pm-6am, including movement restricted between regions, but excluding travel to airports with relevant travel documents. Gloves and masks mandatory while outside. Email [email protected] for repatriation enquiries and assistance. For urgent help contact +221 33 823 7392.

Seychelles Ban on entry to UK travellers. Some flights suspended and airports closed other than for repatriation flights. For assistance phone +248 260 0451.

South Africa Ban on entry to UK travellers. All commercial flights suspended until at least 30 April. Travellers in the country who received a stamp on arrival allowing them to stay for 90 days do not need to apply for a visa. UK travellers only permitted entry if transiting home, but there is a ban on both entry and transit to travellers who have been in China, France, Germany, Iran, Italy, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, USA or United Kingdom, since 15 March. Restrictions on non-essential movement (except food shopping and medical care). for repatriation flights visit the CTM website (£855.43pp from Cape Town and £655.50 from Johannesburg).

Tanzania All flights suspended until further notice. Self-quarantine for 14 days for travellers who have recently been in affected [email protected], including name, date of birth, UK address, current location, contact details and any health issues. For urgent help, phone +255 22 229 0000 or UK +44 207 008 1500.

Tunisia Ban on entry to UK travellers. Most flights suspended and sea borders closed. For information on repatriation, contact [email protected].

Uganda Borders closed and flights suspended until 24 April. There are no viable departure options at present, so UK travellers are advised to find secure accommodation and follow the advice of local authorities. For repatriation and assistance, email details to [email protected] (including name, passport number, contact details, exact location, UK address, health conditions).

Zimbabwe Countrywide lockdown from 30 March for 21 days.

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United Kingdom Travel Advisory

Travel advisory july 26, 2023, united kingdom - level 2: exercise increased caution.

Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed.

Exercise increased caution in the United Kingdom due to terrorism.

Country Summary:  Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in the United Kingdom. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, local government facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, parks, major sporting and cultural events, educational institutions, airports, and other public areas.

There is also a risk of isolated violence by dissident groups in Northern Ireland, focused primarily on police and military targets.

Read the  country information page  for additional information on travel to the United Kingdom.

If you decide to travel to the United Kingdom:

• Be aware of your surroundings when traveling to tourist locations and crowded public venues.
• Follow the instructions of local authorities.
• Monitor local media for breaking events and adjust your plans based on new information.
• Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program  ( STEP ) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Follow the Department of State on  Facebook  and Twitter.com/Travelgov
• Review the  Country Security Report  for the United Kingdom.
• Visit the CDC page for the latest  Travel Health Information  related to your travel and return to the United States.
• Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the  Traveler’s Checklist .

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Travel advice explained.

When travelling overseas, it's your responsibility to take care of your safety and wellbeing. Our travel advice will help you understand the risks and what you can do to avoid or handle difficulties.

This page explains:

• our travel advisories for destinations and our general advice
• how we develop and update our travel advisories
• what each advice level means in travel advisories .

Don't expect the Australian Government to be able to get you out of trouble during your travels. Read the Consular Services Charter for what we can and can't do to help you overseas.

Smartraveller travel advice

Australians love to travel internationally, and many of us live abroad. To help Australians avoid difficulties overseas, we offer advice on a variety of travel-related topics.

This includes publishing official travel advisories and advice to help you avoid problems while overseas. Our travel advice helps Australian travellers make informed decisions.

Travel advisories

We maintain travel advisories for 178 destinations, assigning an overall advice level to each. The advice levels reflect the risks for Australian travellers in each destination.

We continually review and update our travel advice based on credible information. Each travel advisory provides destination-specific information about:

• local contacts.

It's your responsibility to be informed about all the destinations you're visiting, including those you’re transiting through. This includes understanding risks and planning for your safety . It's also your responsibility to stay informed throughout your travels in case circumstances change.

Travel advice for other destinations

We don't publish travel advisories for countries and territories with very few Australian travellers and/or where the risks are low.

We regularly review whether travel advisories are needed for these destinations. Our consular partners in Canada , the United Kingdom or the United States also publish destination travel advice that you may wish to read.

General travel advice

We prepare and publish general advice on a range of travel topics. Our advice helps Australians to be informed and prepared before they go. It also helps Australians to stay safe while overseas.

See our general advice for before you go and while you're away . Also see our advice on what to do if you're overseas and things go wrong .

How we develop travel advisories

We frequently review our travel advisories. However, we don't change them for all issues and incidents.

We update travel advisories if there are new or increased risks to Australians. This can be in response to new developments, such as credible intelligence reporting, major protests or unrest , new entry requirements or a natural disaster .

Our advisories are an objective assessment of the risks Australians face overseas. They're not influenced by diplomatic, political or commercial considerations. In our travel advice, we adhere to the principle that there is no difference in information about security and other risks provided to Australian travellers and Australian government employees.

Sometimes advisories are updated with new information without changing the level of advice. If we judge that the risk for Australians hasn't changed, we won't change the advice level.

If we change the advice level, it's usually because of a specific event or changes to local circumstances. When we change it, we'll state this in the 'Latest update' section at the top of the travel advisory page.

We use a range of information sources in our travel advisories. These include:

• Australian diplomatic missions overseas
• threat assessments produced by ASIO's National Threat Assessment Centre
• analysis of common problems Australians experience overseas
• intelligence from our consular partners in the US, UK, NZ and Canada
• information from other government agencies, such as the Department of Health
• media and open-source reporting
• feedback from travellers.

If a travel advisory hasn't been updated for several months, it's not out of date. There's just been no need to update it.

What does 'advice level' mean?

We assign each destination an official advice level of 1, 2, 3 or 4. These levels reflect the risk for average Australian travellers to this country. For each level, we provide advice to help Australians avoid or reduce the risks.

A higher advice level means higher risk. The levels are:

• Level 1 - Exercise normal safety precautions
• Level 2 - Exercise a high degree of caution
• Level 3 - Reconsider your need to travel
• Level 4 - Do not travel .

It's important to read and understand the advice level for each country you're travelling to or through. The advice level can affect your safety and your travel insurance .

Where to find the advice level for your destination

Every travel advisory displays an overall advice level for the country. The advice level is shown on the bar at the top of the travel advisory . The advice level is also shown by the colour on the country map.

Sometimes regions or cities within the country have different levels. This can be because of specific risks or safety concerns. We publish this in the travel advisory on the page and on the map.

Changes to advice levels

It's your responsibility to keep informed about any changes to the advice level. If it increases, take extra precautions and consider the advice carefully.

• Subscribe to get an email when we update the travel advice for your destinations. You can also subscribe for news updates.
• Follow Smartraveller on Facebook , X and Instagram to get updates on social media. You can also follow the social media accounts of your nearest Australian mission for local information and advice.

Read our information for each advice level to understand the risks. Take the right precautions before you go and while you're away .

Travel insurance and advice levels

Before booking travel and purchasing travel insurance , ensure you're aware of and comfortable with the advice level for your destination . Some policies will only allow you to cancel for safety reasons if the advice level increases after you've bought your policy.

If the advice level hasn't changed, most travel insurers won't cover your cancellation costs if you decide not to go for safety reasons.

If the travel advice level is raised to ' Level 3: Reconsider your need to travel ' or ' Level 4: Do not travel ' and you want to cancel your trip, contact your insurer. Find out if you can make a claim to cover cancellation costs or changes to your itineraries.

Each travel insurance company will be different. Check with yours directly.

Many insurance policies still won't cover any COVID-related claims. Check the inclusions carefully before you purchase.

Level 1: Exercise normal safety precautions

Use common sense and look out for suspicious behaviour, as you would in Australia.

At level 1, the security environment is similar to that of a large Australian city.

This doesn't mean the local situation will be the same as in Australia. Laws and social customs could differ significantly. You could face terrorist attacks , civil unrest , violent crime or unique health threats. But overall, the risks are not greater than those you'd face in an Australian city.

If you travel to a location with an advice level of 1, it's your responsibility to:

• monitor the media and other sources for changes to local travelling conditions, safety, health situation and security concerns
• be aware of local differences and, as appropriate, take similar precautions to those you would take in Australia
• check entry, testing and vaccination requirements before you travel and check you have appropriate records.

Keep in mind that being in an unfamiliar location without your support mechanisms always creates additional challenges, even if the local environment is similar to Australia.

Level 2: Exercise a high degree of caution

Pay close attention to your personal security and the current health situation. Monitor the media for new and existing risks.

At level 2, there are more or higher risks than what you would typically find in a large Australian city. We're not saying 'don't go' to this location. But you should do your research and take extra precautions.

The level may reflect a weak law-and-order system, where violent crime is common. The destination may lack some key public services, such as a responsive police force.

In some cases, there may be a risk that the security environment could change with little warning. This level may also reflect a passing event, such as political unrest or a short-term increase in a location's domestic terrorism level.

If you travel to a location with an advice level of 2, it's your responsibility to follow all the advice for level 1, as well as the following.

Before you go

• Research the health situation and services available for your destination’s entry requirements and any local restrictions on movement, events and gatherings.
• Understand the basics of the political and security situation.
• any dangerous areas of a city
• types of crimes
• risky modes of transport
• specific precautions for women or LGBTI travellers
• any behaviour that may offend or break the law.
• Check your travel insurance policy and coverage, particularly if there is a travel disruption or a change in travel advice.

While you're away

• Monitor the health risks in your location and keep track of any changes to restrictions. 
• Maintain good hygiene and physical distancing when interacting with other people.
• Stay in contact with your airline operator or travel provider for changes and updates.
• Be aware of religious holidays or days of national significance. Terrorists have launched attacks on these occasions.
• Understand the safety of public transport options.
• Plan your daily movements and vary your routines and travel routes.
• Avoid known flashpoints, including protest areas.
• Don't wander into unknown areas.
• Avoid or minimise your time at places that terrorists may target.
• Leave an area at the first sign of unrest or if you feel uneasy.
• Be aware of building exits and always know the safe places you can access if you feel threatened.
• Take notice of the people around you and their behaviour. Be aware that you may misinterpret some behaviour in an unfamiliar cultural setting.
• When discussing your plans, avoid sharing details that others may overhear.
• Be cautious about the information you share on social media.
• Refuse unexpected packages or offers.

Level 3: Reconsider your need to travel

Avoid non-essential travel. Do your research and check that your insurer will cover you. If you do travel, take extra precautions to protect yourself from security and health risks.

At level 3, there are serious and potentially life-threatening risks. This can make the destination unsafe for tourism and unsuitable for most travellers. This could be due to:

• an ongoing threat of terrorism or kidnapping
• travel disruptions
• frequent incidents of violent crime
• ongoing civil unrest
• widespread infectious disease
• other safety risks.

Think seriously about your need to travel to these places. This may mean postponing non-essential travel or choosing a less risky destination.

If you decide to travel, it's your responsibility to reduce your risks and stay safe. The Australian Government is limited in how and when it can help if you get into trouble. Conditions may change at any time. Be prepared for an extended stay or significant disruptions to travel.

These countries often have an unpredictable security environment. We may temporarily assign this advice level when there's been a major incident. This could include a natural disaster , terrorist attack , civil unrest or global pandemic that has made the destination too risky for most travellers.

Our advice levels also apply to Australian officials travelling overseas. Officials must undertake a detailed security risk assessment before travelling to these areas. They may have to adopt specific protective security measures.

If travelling to a destination with an advice level of 3, follow all the advice for levels 1 and 2, as well as the following before you go and when you get there.

• Research the political and security situation from a variety of sources before booking. Understand the risks. Check the news and social media and understand what's going on.
• Check your travel insurance policy carefully. It may not cover travel to 'reconsider your need to travel' destinations.
• Understand the health situation and risks for your destination, entry requirements and any local restrictions on movement, events and gatherings due to health risks.
• Research the health services available. Services may be strained and not be the same as you would receive in Australia.
• Pre-book accommodation in safe areas with appropriate security.
• Get local advice on your itinerary. Follow advice on areas to avoid.
• Minimise time spent in airports by scheduling direct flights if possible. Avoid stopovers in high-risk airports.
• Stay as short a time as possible. Eliminate unnecessary activities .
• Think carefully about your security at your hotel and getting around. Organise tailored security arrangements and prepare contingency plans.
• Ask your tour operator about their safety record and security arrangements. This includes safety equipment, extra security, emergency plans and evacuation procedures.
• Regularly review your security arrangements. The threat environment could change at short notice.
• Have an up-to-date will and enduring power of attorney in case you die . Designate appropriate insurance and beneficiaries.
• Be aware of the health risks for your location. 
• Pre-plan your travel routes. Have contingency plans in place.
• Be prepared to change your plans in response to evolving threats.
• Avoid potential terrorism targets. Know what to do in the event of a terrorist attack .
• Stay alert and always be aware of your environment. Look out for suspicious activity or items, and report anything of concern to local authorities.
• Don't discuss travel plans with strangers. Never share personal information with people asking questions without good reason.
• Don't discuss your plans or risk management strategies where they might be overheard by others.
• Don't share information about your travel arrangements on social media.

How to minimise your exposure to risks

• Avoid travelling alone, especially after dark and on long trips.
• Minimise travelling by foot. Be vigilant in public areas.
• Before getting into a vehicle, check it for anything suspicious.
• Make sure any vehicles you use are in good working order and have enough fuel to get you out of unexpected trouble.
• When driving , keep your car doors locked and your windows up.
• Watch for people following you. Be ready to take evasive action.
• Avoid using public transport. Only use trusted private transport.
• Check the safety record of your travel service providers. Always use available safety equipment, even if others don't.
• Never take something across a border for someone else. You could be arrested or jailed if it contains something illegal, such as drugs .
• Don't meet strangers in your hotel room or unknown or remote places.

Make contingency arrangements

• Wherever you are, have a plan of action in case the environment becomes unsafe.
• Be prepared to change your plans at short notice. This could include changing meetings or activities to less prominent areas or less dangerous days.
• Always carry a charged phone. Save local emergency contact details in it.
• Tell a trusted person where you're going and when you plan to return. Discuss and agree on what action they should take if you don't return at the planned time.
• Maintain contingency kits. Include medical supplies, food, water and fuel. This can help sustain you through any period of heightened unrest.
• Carry provisions with you when getting around .

In the event of a crisis , departure options may be severely limited. You're responsible for ensuring you can depart independently and that your travel documentation is up to date. Don't expect the Australian Government to organise your departure. See the Consular Services Charter to understand how and when we can help.

Level 4: Do not travel

If you're already in this location, you should consider leaving if it's safe to do so. If you do travel, get professional security advice. Your travel insurance policy might be void. The Australian Government may not be able to help you.

At level 4, your health and safety are at extreme risk. This may be because of a high threat of terrorist attack , conflict, violent social unres t, widespread infectious disease or critical levels of violent crime. It could be a combination of risks.

If you travel to this location, you're at a high risk of death , imprisonment , kidnapping or serious injury.

If you get into trouble, the Australian Government may be unable to help. In most cases, our ability to provide consular assistance in these destinations is extremely limited.

Any travel by Australian officials to 'Do not travel' locations is subject to high-level approval and is based on a rigorous risk assessment.

You should not travel to this location. If you travel to this location despite our advice, you should note that you may be unable to leave the location quickly if your circumstances change. If you're already in a 'Do not travel' area, consider leaving if it's safe to do so. If, despite our advice, you decide to travel to a location with a travel advice level of 4, it's your responsibility to follow all the advice for levels 1, 2 and 3, as well as the following.

• Check your travel insurance . Most standard policies won't cover you for 'Do not travel' destinations.
• Consider your security. Get independent, professional security advice. You may need to hire personal protection.
• Have robust risk management measures in place. This includes a detailed emergency management plan.
• Understand that you could die . Make sure you have an up to date will and enduring power of attorney. Designate appropriate insurance beneficiaries.

It's your responsibility to take care of your security. The Australian Government can't provide security assistance or advice.

• Exercise extreme caution.
• Follow the advice of your personal protection service.

If you die overseas in a 'do not travel' destination, it's unlikely your travel insurance will cover you. Your family will be left to deal with your death. This includes organising your funeral and bringing back your remains. They may also have to resolve legal or financial issues in the destination and in Australia.

• Read the travel advice for all the destinations you're travelling to, and through.
• Read our general travel advice and tips before you go .
• Read the Consular Services Charter for what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.
• Contact the Consular Emergency Centre if you're overseas and need urgent help .
• Read the guides for travellers , including the travel insurance buying guide (CHOICE).

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade provides advice on security risks in a number of destinations. This advice is based on information from a variety of sources. It reflects risks, and our assessment of what these might mean for New Zealanders. Our assessment may also take account of the actions local authorities are taking to minimise the risk, and our ability to provide you with assistance.

On 17 August 2018 we altered the headline language attached to our travel advisory levels. We did not change the way in which advisories are prepared, the substance of the advisories, or the thresholds for the different levels. We simply changed our description of the four levels.

The new advice levels correspond to the previous system as follows:

Exercise normal safety and security precautions (previously “no significant security risk”)

Exercise increased caution (previously “some risk”)

Avoid non-essential travel (previously “high risk”)

Do not travel (previously “extreme risk”)

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