Iran travel advice: FCDO advises against all travel
The UK FCDO advises against all travel to Iran. Due to the security situation, UK staff have been temporarily withdrawn, and the embassy operates remotely. There is a risk of arrest and detention for British nationals, and ports and borders may close at short notice, with communications disrupted. British nationals in Iran should consider leaving and prepare for flight cancellations and airspace closures.
Impact and considerations
Iran poses extreme security risks, making business travel inadvisable. Companies should avoid sending employees and focus on safety and evacuation plans for any staff in Iran.
Key points
- FCDO advises against all travel to Iran.
- UK staff temporarily withdrawn; embassy operates remotely.
- British nationals at risk of arrest and detention.
- Ports and borders may close at short notice; communications disrupted.
- Prepare for flight cancellations and airspace closures.
Sources and time
- Primary source
- UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
- Other sources
- 0
- First source publication
- 23 Jul 2026, 02:36
- Page published
- 12 Aug 2026, 14:17
- Last updated
- 23 Jul 2026, 02:36
- Original links
- FCDO Travel Advice：Iran travel advice (opens in a new tab)Primary source · en · Published 23 Jul 2026, 02:36