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Jan 8Thu
  1. FCDO Travel Advice

    UK FCDO Updates Equatorial Guinea Travel Advice

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office updated its travel advice for Equatorial Guinea, with the latest update covering information on commercial disputes on the Safety and Security page. The advice remains current as of September 8, 2026, and was updated on January 8, 2026. The FCDO notes that no travel can be guaranteed safe and advises researching destinations and obtaining appropriate travel insurance covering itinerary, planned activities, and emergency expenses.

  2. US Travel Advisories

    US State Department Issues Level 1 Travel Advisory for Czechia

    The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 1 "Exercise Normal Precautions" travel advisory for Czechia. Czechia is generally considered a safe destination for travelers, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty crime such as pickpocketing, especially in tourist areas and on public transportation. The advisory advises following local laws and guidance from Czech authorities.

Jan 7Wed
  1. US Travel Advisories

    US State Department Issues Level 2 Travel Advisory for Benin

    The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 "Exercise Increased Caution" travel advisory for Benin due to unrest, crime, terrorism, and kidnapping. Areas bordering Burkina Faso, Niger, and the Nigerian states of Kebbi, Niger, and Kwara are Level 4 "Do Not Travel." U.S. government employees may not travel to Alibori, Atacora, and areas around Parakou without Ambassador approval. Safety risks prevent emergency consular services in the identified border areas.

  2. US Travel Advisories

    US State Department Updates Benin Advisory, Adds Unrest Risk Indicator

    The U.S. Department of State updated its Benin travel advisory, keeping the Level 2 "Exercise Increased Caution" rating unchanged while adding an "unrest" risk indicator and updating the advisory summary. Reasons remain unrest, crime, terrorism, and kidnapping. Areas bordering Burkina Faso, Niger, and the Nigerian states of Kebbi, Niger, and Kwara are Level 4 "Do Not Travel." Military activity and civil unrest may lead to road and land border closures and impact operations at Cotonou International Airport.

Jan 5Mon
  1. US Travel Advisories

    US State Department Raises Grenada Advisory to Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

    The U.S. Department of State raised the travel advisory for Grenada to Level 2 and added a 'crime' risk indicator, removed previously listed areas of increased risk, and updated the advisory summary. It advises exercising increased caution in Grenada due to risk of crime. Violent crime can occur anywhere in Grenada; American citizens have been victims of armed robbery, assault, burglary and rape, and in some cases have been killed. Police response times may not be as fast as one might expect in the United States. The advisory also includes specific guidance such as not physically resisting a robbery, using caution when walking or driving at night, keeping a low profile, staying aware of sur…

Dec 30Tue
  1. FCDO Travel Advice

    UK FCDO Updates Guyana Travel Advice: Health Risks and Healthcare Information

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) updated its travel advice for Guyana, with the latest update on 30 December 2025 and still current as of 8 September 2026. The update concerns information on health risks and healthcare in Guyana, on the 'Health' page. The FCDO also notes that no travel can be guaranteed safe, advises reading all advice in the guide, and advises travellers to research destinations and obtain appropriate travel insurance covering itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses.

Dec 29Mon
  1. US Travel Advisories

    US State Department: Russia Level 4 'Do Not Travel'

    The U.S. State Department maintains a Level 4 'Do Not Travel' advisory for Russia due to terrorism, unrest, wrongful detention and other risks, and says U.S. citizens in Russia should leave immediately. The U.S. government has limited ability to help U.S. citizens in Russia, especially outside Moscow; the U.S. Embassy in Moscow has reduced staff, the Russian government has restricted travel for embassy personnel, and all U.S. consulates in Russia have suspended operations, including consular services. The advisory cites a high risk of wrongful detention, dual-nationality issues, demonstrations, monitoring of electronic devices, U.S. credit and debit cards no longer working in Russia due to…

  2. US Travel Advisories

    US State Department Updates Russia Advisory Summary: Level 4 'Do Not Travel' Maintained

    The U.S. State Department updated the advisory summary for Russia with no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators; it remains Level 4 'Do Not Travel'. The advisory says do not travel to Russia due to the danger associated with the continuing war between Russia and Ukraine, the risk of harassment or wrongful detention by Russian security officials, the arbitrary enforcement of local laws, and the possibility of terrorism, and that U.S. citizens in Russia should leave immediately. The U.S. government has limited ability to help U.S. citizens in Russia, especially outside Moscow; the U.S. Embassy in Moscow has reduced staff, the Russian government has restricted travel for embassy per…

  3. US Travel Advisories

    US State Department: Belarus Level 4 'Do Not Travel'

    The U.S. State Department maintains a Level 4 'Do Not Travel' advisory for Belarus due to unrest and other risks. The U.S. government has extremely limited ability to help detained U.S. citizens; consular access may not be granted, and arbitrary detention with no contact with the outside world is possible. On 28 February 2022 the department ordered the departure of U.S. government employees and suspended operations at U.S. Embassy Minsk, with no consular services, routine or emergency, until further notice. Belarus does not recognise dual nationality, has blocked U.S. consular officers from visiting detained dual nationals, prevented dual nationals from departing, and in some cases forced t…

Dec 22Mon
  1. US Travel Advisories

    US State Department Updates Belarus Advisory Summary: Level 4 'Do Not Travel' Maintained

    The U.S. State Department updated the Belarus advisory summary with no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators; it remains Level 4 'Do Not Travel'. The advisory says do not travel to Belarus due to the risk of harassment by Belarusian security officials, the arbitrary enforcement of local laws, the potential for civil unrest, and danger associated with its continued support of Russia's war against Ukraine. The U.S. government has extremely limited ability to help detained U.S. citizens; consular access may not be granted, and arbitrary detention with no contact with the outside world is possible. On 28 February 2022 the department ordered the departure of U.S. government employees…

Dec 19Fri
  1. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department Renews Yemen Level 4 Travel Advisory, Risk Indicators Unchanged

    The U.S. Department of State renewed its travel advisory for Yemen on December 19, 2025, maintaining Level 4: Do Not Travel, with no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators and only the advisory summary updated. The advisory cites terrorism, unrest, crime, health risks, kidnapping and landmines as the main threats, and states that U.S. citizens should not travel to Yemen for any reason. The U.S. Embassy in Sana'a suspended operations in February 2015, and the U.S. government is unable to provide emergency or routine consular services.

  2. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department Keeps Yemen at Level 4: Do Not Travel

    The U.S. Department of State issued a travel advisory for Yemen, maintaining the highest Level 4: Do Not Travel. The advisory cites terrorism, unrest, crime, health risks, kidnapping and landmines as the main threats, and states that U.S. citizens should not travel to Yemen for any reason. The U.S. Embassy in Sana'a suspended operations in February 2015, and the U.S. government is unable to provide emergency or routine consular services to U.S. citizens in Yemen.

Dec 16Tue
  1. FCDO Travel Advice

    FCDO Updates Benin Travel Advice: Expands High-Risk Area Warnings

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advice for Benin, now advising against all but essential travel to the remaining areas of the Alibori and Atacora departments. The FCDO continues to advise against all travel to other parts of Benin, including Parc du W National Park, Pendjari National Park, and areas within 5km of the Burkina Faso border. The advice notes that travel insurance may be invalidated if travel goes against FCDO guidance.

  2. FCDO Travel Advice

    FCDO Updates Togo Travel Advice: Expands Savanes Region Warning

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advice for Togo, now advising against all travel to within 30km of the border with Burkina Faso, except for the city of Dapaong and the N1 highway leading to it from the south. The FCDO also advises against all but essential travel to the rest of the Savanes Region. The advice notes that travel insurance may be invalidated if travel goes against FCDO guidance.

Dec 15Mon
  1. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department Updates Cabo Verde Travel Advisory: Increased Crime Risk in Praia

    The U.S. Department of State has updated its travel advisory for Cabo Verde, maintaining Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions, but designating Praia as Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution due to increased crime risk, including petty crime such as pickpocketing and purse snatching, as well as violent crime like mugging, armed robbery, and assault. The advisory summary was updated, advising travelers to exercise caution at night, avoid displaying wealth, and recommending travel insurance.

Dec 11Thu
  1. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department Updates Guinea-Bissau Travel Advisory: Adjusts Risk Indicators

    The U.S. Department of State has updated its travel advisory for Guinea-Bissau, maintaining Level 3: Reconsider Travel, but removing the 'Crime' indicator and adding the 'Other' indicator. The advisory summary was updated. Risks include unrest, inadequate health infrastructure, and landmines. There is no U.S. embassy or consulate in Guinea-Bissau; consular services are provided by the U.S. embassy in Dakar, Senegal. The country has experienced decades of political instability, including political unrest in November 2025. Landmines and unexploded ordnance exist throughout the country, with the greatest risk in Bafata, Oio, Biombo, Quinara, and Tombali.

  2. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department Issues Guinea-Bissau Travel Advisory: Level 3 Reconsider Travel

    The U.S. Department of State has issued a travel advisory for Guinea-Bissau, maintaining Level 3: Reconsider Travel due to unrest, inadequate health infrastructure, and landmines. There is no U.S. embassy or consulate in Guinea-Bissau, and the U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services; consular services are provided by the U.S. embassy in Dakar, Senegal. The country has experienced decades of political instability, including political unrest in November 2025. Health infrastructure is inadequate, and landmines and unexploded ordnance exist throughout the country, with the greatest risk in Bafata, Oio, Biombo, Quinara, and Tombali.

  3. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department Issues Liberia Travel Advisory: Level 2 Exercise Increased Caution

    The U.S. Department of State has issued a travel advisory for Liberia, maintaining Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution due to crime, unrest, and health risks. Violent crime such as armed robbery is common in urban areas, crowded markets, and public beaches, and local police lack resources to respond effectively. Demonstrations occur regularly and may result in violence or tear gas, disrupting transportation and essential services. Liberia's health infrastructure is inadequate, with limited medical services. U.S. government employees are prohibited from traveling outside the capital or between counties after dark, except for travel to and from Roberts International Airport.

  4. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department Updates Liberia Travel Advisory: Adds Health Risk Indicator

    The U.S. Department of State has updated its travel advisory for Liberia, maintaining Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution, but adding a 'health' risk indicator. The advisory summary was updated. Risks include crime, unrest, and health. Violent crime such as armed robbery is common in urban areas, crowded markets, and public beaches, and local police lack resources to respond effectively. Demonstrations occur regularly and may result in violence or tear gas. Liberia's health infrastructure is inadequate, with limited medical services. U.S. government employees are prohibited from traveling outside the capital or between counties after dark, except for travel to and from Roberts International…

  5. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department Issues Syria Travel Advisory: Level 4 Do Not Travel

    The U.S. Department of State has issued a travel advisory for Syria, maintaining Level 4: Do Not Travel due to risks of terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, hostage taking, crime, and armed conflict. The U.S. suspended embassy operations in Syria in 2012, with the Czech Republic serving as protecting power. The U.S. government cannot offer emergency or routine consular services. Syria has experienced active armed conflict since 2011, with no part of the country safe from violence. Terrorism, kidnapping, unexploded ordnance, and aerial bombardment pose significant risks. The FAA has issued a NOTAM and SFAR, and the U.S. Coast Guard determined Syrian ports lack effective anti-terrorism measur…

Dec 10Wed
  1. FCDO Travel Advice

    FCDO advises against all travel to Haiti

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advises against all travel to Haiti due to the volatile security situation. There are currently no British consular officials in Haiti, and consular assistance is severely limited and cannot be delivered in person there. British nationals may access consular services at the UK diplomatic mission in the Dominican Republic. Those who travel or stay against FCDO advice should avoid crowds and public events and take appropriate security precautions.

  2. FCDO Travel Advice

    FCDO updates Guinea-Bissau travel advice

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its Guinea-Bissau travel advice, with the latest change covering entry requirements for dual nationals returning to the UK. The advice states that no travel can be guaranteed safe and directs travellers to read the full guide, with additional guidance for women travellers, disability and travel abroad, LGBT+ travellers, solo and independent travel, and volunteering and adventure travel. Those who choose to travel should research destinations and obtain appropriate travel insurance covering itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses.

  3. FCDO Travel Advice

    FCDO updates Guadeloupe travel advice

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its Guadeloupe travel advice, with the latest change covering entry requirements for dual nationals returning to the UK. The advice states that no travel can be guaranteed safe and directs travellers to read the full guide, with additional guidance for women travellers, disability and travel abroad, LGBT+ travellers, solo and independent travel, and volunteering and adventure travel. Those who choose to travel should research destinations and obtain appropriate travel insurance covering itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses.

  4. FCDO Travel Advice

    FCDO updates Grenada travel advice

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its Grenada travel advice, with the latest change covering entry requirements for dual nationals returning to the UK. The advice states that no travel can be guaranteed safe and directs travellers to read the full guide, with additional guidance for women travellers, disability and travel abroad, LGBT+ travellers, solo and independent travel, and volunteering and adventure travel. Those who choose to travel should research destinations and obtain appropriate travel insurance covering itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses.

  5. FCDO Travel Advice

    FCDO updates Monaco travel advice

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its Monaco travel advice, with the latest change covering entry requirements for dual nationals returning to the UK. The advice states that no travel can be guaranteed safe and directs travellers to read the full guide, with additional guidance for women travellers, disability and travel abroad, LGBT+ travellers, solo and independent travel, and volunteering and adventure travel. Those who choose to travel should research destinations and obtain appropriate travel insurance covering itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses.

  6. FCDO Travel Advice

    FCDO advises against all travel to parts of Moldova

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advises against all travel to parts of Moldova, including Transnistria, which is outside the control of the Moldovan government. There is widespread military activity in Ukraine, including close to some Moldovan borders, and the FCDO's ability to offer support is extremely limited. The Government of Moldova announced an energy state of emergency on 16 December 2024 linked to the cut-off of gas supplies on 1 January 2025, and managed power blackouts may occur. Travelling against FCDO advice could invalidate travel insurance.

  7. FCDO Travel Advice

    FCDO updates Cook Islands, Tokelau and Niue travel advice

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advice for the Cook Islands, Tokelau and Niue, with the latest change covering entry requirements for dual nationals returning to the UK. The advice states that no travel can be guaranteed safe and directs travellers to read the full guide, with additional guidance for women travellers, disability and travel abroad, LGBT+ travellers, solo and independent travel, and volunteering and adventure travel. Those who choose to travel should research destinations and obtain appropriate travel insurance covering itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses.

  8. FCDO Travel Advice

    FCDO updates Comoros travel advice

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its Comoros travel advice, with the latest change covering entry requirements for dual nationals returning to the UK. The advice states that no travel can be guaranteed safe and directs travellers to read the full guide, with additional guidance for women travellers, disability and travel abroad, LGBT+ travellers, solo and independent travel, and volunteering and adventure travel. Those who choose to travel should research destinations and obtain appropriate travel insurance covering itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses.

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    FCDO updates Mayotte travel advice

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its Mayotte travel advice, with the latest change covering entry requirements for dual nationals returning to the UK. The advice states that no travel can be guaranteed safe and directs travellers to read the full guide, with additional guidance for women travellers, disability and travel abroad, LGBT+ travellers, solo and independent travel, and volunteering and adventure travel. Those who choose to travel should research destinations and obtain appropriate travel insurance covering itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses.

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    UK FCDO Updates Palau Travel Advice

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) published travel advice for Palau, still current as of 8 September 2026 and last updated on 10 December 2025, adding new information about dual nationals returning to the UK (see the 'Entry requirements' page). The FCDO states that no travel can be guaranteed safe and advises reading the full guide and obtaining appropriate travel insurance covering the itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses.

  11. FCDO Travel Advice

    UK FCDO Advises Against All But Essential Travel to North Korea

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advises against all but essential travel to North Korea, citing continued high tension on the Korean Peninsula, a security situation that can change quickly without warning, and past detentions of foreign nationals denied access to their governments' support. North Korea's borders have been closed to general entry since COVID-19 restrictions in 2020; the government has recently begun relaxing them, with some embassies resuming operations and limited tourism restarting, but not all passenger routes have resumed and many embassies—including the British Embassy in Pyongyang—remain closed. Travelling against FCDO advice could invalidate t…

  12. FCDO Travel Advice

    UK FCDO Updates Nicaragua Travel Advice

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) published travel advice for Nicaragua, still current as of 8 September 2026 and last updated on 10 December 2025, adding new information about dual nationals returning to the UK (see the 'Entry requirements' page). There is no resident British diplomatic mission in Nicaragua and the FCDO cannot give in-person support; emergency help or passport issues must be directed to the British Embassy in San Jose, Costa Rica, and replacement travel documents may take up to 4 weeks longer than normal.

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    UK FCDO Updates New Caledonia Travel Advice

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) published travel advice for New Caledonia, still current as of 8 September 2026 and last updated on 10 December 2025, adding new information about dual nationals returning to the UK (see the 'Entry requirements' page). There is no British Embassy in New Caledonia; the British Embassy in Paris, France supports British nationals who need emergency help from the UK government.

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    UK FCDO Updates Curaçao Travel Advice

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) published travel advice for Curaçao, still current as of 8 September 2026 and last updated on 10 December 2025, adding new information about dual nationals returning to the UK (see the 'Entry requirements' page). The FCDO states that no travel can be guaranteed safe and advises reading the full guide and obtaining appropriate travel insurance covering the itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses.

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    UK FCDO Updates Namibia Travel Advice

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) published travel advice for Namibia, still current as of 8 September 2026 and last updated on 10 December 2025, adding new information about dual nationals returning to the UK (see the 'Entry requirements' page). The FCDO states that no travel can be guaranteed safe and advises reading the full guide and obtaining appropriate travel insurance covering the itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses.

  16. FCDO Travel Advice

    UK FCDO Advises Against All Travel to Burkina Faso

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advises against all travel to Burkina Faso due to the threat of terrorist attacks and kidnap and the unstable political situation. There is no British Embassy in Burkina Faso; all consular support is provided from the British Embassy in Accra, Ghana, and cannot be given in person. The FCDO warns that if there is serious violence, unrest or a deterioration in security, it could be difficult to leave safely, and travellers should not rely on the British government to evacuate them, instead making their own departure plans, keeping travel documentation up to date and monitoring the local situation. Travelling against the advice could inv…

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    UK FCDO Updates Lesotho Travel Advice

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) published travel advice for Lesotho, still current as of 8 September 2026 and last updated on 10 December 2025, adding new information about dual nationals returning to the UK (see the 'Entry requirements' page). The FCDO states that no travel can be guaranteed safe and advises reading the full guide and obtaining appropriate travel insurance covering the itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses.

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    UK FCDO Updates Bonaire, St Eustatius and Saba Travel Advice

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) published travel advice for Bonaire, St Eustatius and Saba, still current as of 8 September 2026 and last updated on 10 December 2025, adding new information about dual nationals returning to the UK (see the 'Entry requirements' page). The FCDO states that no travel can be guaranteed safe and advises reading the full guide and obtaining appropriate travel insurance covering the itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses.

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    UK FCDO Updates Bhutan Travel Advice

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) published travel advice for Bhutan, still current as of 8 September 2026 and last updated on 10 December 2025, adding new information about dual nationals returning to the UK (see the 'Entry requirements' page). The FCDO states that no travel can be guaranteed safe and advises reading the full guide and obtaining appropriate travel insurance covering the itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses.

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    UK FCDO updates travel advice for Wallis & Futuna Islands

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has published travel advice for the Wallis & Futuna Islands under its Warnings and insurance section, current as of 8 September 2026 and last updated on 10 December 2025. The latest update concerns new information about dual nationals returning to the UK under the Entry requirements page. The FCDO states that no travel can be guaranteed safe and directs travellers to read the full guide, which also signposts guidance for women travellers, disability and travel abroad, LGBT+ travellers, solo and independent travel, and volunteering and adventure travel.