FCDO Updates Western Sahara Travel Warning: Expanded No-Go Zones
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for Western Sahara, adding a blanket ban on areas within 40km north and west of the Berm boundary line, including Es Semara, and territories south and east of the line. The region is disputed, with risk of cross-border rocket fire. Travelers are advised to avoid these areas and note that insurance may be invalidated.
Impact and considerations
Clear update on high-risk zones, impacting business travelers' itinerary planning and safety assessments.
Key points
- FCDO added a blanket ban on areas within 40km of the Berm and territories south and east.
- Areas including Es Semara are no-go zones.
- The region is disputed with risk of cross-border rocket fire.
- Travel insurance may be invalidated if traveling against advice.
Sources and time
- Primary source
- UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
- Other sources
- 0
- First source publication
- 29 Jun 2026, 21:34
- Page published
- 12 Aug 2026, 14:23
- Last updated
- 29 Jun 2026, 21:34
- Original links
- FCDO Travel Advice：Western Sahara travel advice (opens in a new tab)Primary source · en · Published 29 Jun 2026, 21:34