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The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has updated its travel advice for Hungary, focusing on the European Entry-Exit System (EES) information on the entry requirements page. The advice remains current, reminding travellers to check the latest entry rules and obtain appropriate travel insurance.
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has updated its travel advice for Liechtenstein, focusing on the European Entry-Exit System (EES) information on the entry requirements page. The advice remains current, reminding travellers to check the latest entry rules and obtain appropriate travel insurance.
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has updated its travel advice for Iceland, adding information on the European Entry-Exit System (EES) and noting a series of recent volcanic eruptions on the Reykjanes peninsula. Travellers are advised to check the latest entry rules and obtain appropriate travel insurance.
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has updated its travel advice for Latvia, focusing on the European Entry-Exit System (EES) information on the entry requirements page. The advice remains current, reminding travellers to check the latest entry rules and obtain appropriate travel insurance.
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has updated its travel advice for France, adding information on the European Entry-Exit System (EES) and warning of a high risk of wildfires during the summer season from April to October. Travellers are advised to check the latest entry rules and obtain appropriate travel insurance.
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for Lebanon, adjusting areas where it advises against all travel or all but essential travel. FCDO continues to advise against travel to parts of Lebanon, including Beirut's southern suburbs, South Lebanon, and Nabatieh governorates. Beirut airport is open, but the regional situation is unstable, advising British nationals to monitor local security and have an emergency plan.
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for Fiji, removing information about Tropical Cyclone Vaianu. It also reminds that escalation in the Middle East has caused global travel disruption, including airspace closures and flight delays, which may affect travelers even if their destination is not in the Middle East. Travelers are advised to check advice for transit countries, monitor airline updates, and review travel insurance.
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for Papua New Guinea, warning against all but essential travel to parts including Hela, Southern Highlands, and Enga Province (except Wabag District). New information: water rationing in Port Moresby from August 14 for 2-3 days due to pipeline repair.
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for China, mainly updating visa requirements. It reminds that typhoon season (May to November) affects southern and eastern coastal regions, potentially disrupting air and other transport. Travelers are advised to monitor Japan Meteorological Agency and China Meteorological Administration.
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for the Falkland Islands, adding information about unauthorized photography at Mount Pleasant and updating money, air travel, and healthcare. The Falklands are a British Overseas Territory with no British Embassy; local government provides support.
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for Ukraine, advising against all travel to most regions due to the ongoing Russian invasion, with only essential travel allowed to some western regions. Missile and drone attacks are frequent, energy infrastructure is damaged, and power outages may occur.
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for the Dominican Republic, focusing on safety information for outdoor activities and adventure tourism. Travelers are advised to get appropriate travel insurance and read all advice.
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for Taiwan, mentioning Typhoon Dolphin affecting the northern coast and August urban resilience drills causing traffic controls and mobile data disruptions. Travelers are advised to follow local instructions and allow extra time.
The UK FCDO updated its travel advice for Mongolia, reporting fuel shortages including aviation fuel. Supply disruptions may affect domestic and international flights, road travel, and access to remote areas. Travelers are advised to check with airlines or transport providers before traveling, allow extra time, and follow local authority advice.
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for Pakistan, advising against all travel to parts including within 10 miles of the Afghanistan border, most of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and all of Balochistan. Demonstrations in Pakistan-administered Kashmir have caused road closures and network disruptions. Regional tensions may affect flights and fuel supply.
The UK FCDO updated its travel advice for Guatemala, noting that Fuego volcano is no longer showing increased activity, but there remains a risk of lahars in affected areas. Access to the Astillero Municipal Regional Park, including the Acatenango volcano viewpoint, remains closed. Those in affected areas should monitor official updates, follow local authorities' advice, and be prepared to leave if advised.
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for Chad, advising against all travel to northern provinces (Borkou, Ennedi Ouest, Ennedi Est, Tibesti), western Kanem (including Nokou), the Lake Chad region, and within 30km of all other borders. The rest of Chad, including the capital N'Djamena, is advised against all but essential travel. UK government support is severely limited and evacuation may not be possible.
The UK FCDO updated Nepal travel advice, noting that escalation in the Middle East has caused widespread travel disruption, including airspace closures and flight delays/cancellations. Travelers are advised to check advice for transit countries, monitor airline updates, review insurance, and follow media. Foreign nationals with expired visas due to disruption can get free extensions at the airport.
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for Japan, noting a large earthquake in Kumamoto prefecture on July 28, with aftershocks potentially causing travel disruption. Additionally, escalation in the Middle East has caused global travel disruption, including airspace closures and flight delays, advising travelers to monitor updates.
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for Myanmar, advising against all travel to several regions including Chin, Kachin, and Rakhine states, and against all but essential travel to others. The conflict is increasingly volatile, and the security situation may deteriorate at short notice.
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for Egypt, advising against travel to areas near the Egypt-Libya border and North Sinai, and warning of regional tensions. On July 29, an apparent drone strike damaged ships off Damietta, with risk of further escalation.
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for Qatar, noting the Middle East situation remains unpredictable, with strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran since 8 July against US military and civilian infrastructure, including in Qatar. There is a risk of further attacks and escalation. British nationals are advised to prepare for flight cancellations, airspace closures, and travel disruptions, stay away from security or military facilities, and follow local advice. The latest update includes new information on drone use, including permit requirements and penalties for non-compliance.
The UK FCDO advises against all travel to Yemen due to unpredictable security. British nationals in Yemen should leave immediately. UK government support is severely limited with no evacuation procedures. Regional tensions have escalated with Houthi strikes on Saudi territory, risking further escalation.
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for Trinidad and Tobago, noting a State of Emergency declared on 3 March due to persistent violent crime, granting authorities additional powers of search, arrest, and detention. No curfew or movement restrictions have been imposed. Travelers are advised to follow police instructions. The latest update adds information on outdoor activities and adventure tourism.
The UK FCDO advises against all travel to Afghanistan due to volatile security, border clashes, and high risk of detention or kidnapping of British nationals. FCDO's ability to assist is extremely limited, with no in-person consular support.