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FCDO Updates

Due to travel soon but concerned about the destination? The Government offers foreign travel advice via their office website, please use the below to find the latest updates (you can click a country to filter results).

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24-Dec-2025 14:07
 

FCDO now advises against all but essential travel to within 80km from the border with Thailand in Preah Vihear, Oddar Meanchey, Banteay Meanchey, Battambang and Siem Reap Provinces, except the areas where FCDO continues to advise against all travel to within 50km from the whole border with Thailand ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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24-Dec-2025 09:34
 

New information about travel disruption on 25 December due to district elections (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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23-Dec-2025 16:42
 

New information about a change of currency in Bulgaria ('Entry requirements' page).

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Update Date:
23-Dec-2025 16:29
 

Updated with information about the risks from terrorism (‘Safety and security’ page).



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23-Dec-2025 15:03
 

Updated information about river rafting and other water activities and travelling within Laos including by boat or ferry ('Safety and security' page).

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23-Dec-2025 11:48
 

New information about crime in Taiwan (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
22-Dec-2025 16:54
 

New information about presidential elections in Guinea (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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22-Dec-2025 16:44
 

New information about the risks of trespassing ('Safety and security' page).

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22-Dec-2025 15:40
 

Clarification: Updated information on the upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections, applying for a visa and LGBT+ travellers ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Safety and security' pages).

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22-Dec-2025 15:13
 

Updated information on the upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections, applying for a visa and LGTB+ travellers ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Safety and security' pages).

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Update Date:
22-Dec-2025 14:16
 

Updated information on the impact of Cyclone Ditwah ('Warnings and insurance').

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22-Dec-2025 11:40
 

New information about potential travel disruption on 25 December ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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19-Dec-2025 16:59
 

Updated with information about the escalating border conflict with Thailand (See 'Border with Thailand' on the 'Warnings and insurance' page).

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19-Dec-2025 14:26
 

New information about presidential elections in Guinea ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
19-Dec-2025 14:14
 

Updated following an incident near Taipei Main Station and in Zhongshan shopping district, central Taipei (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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19-Dec-2025 10:52
 

New information about a National Day of Mourning following the death of Sharif Osman Hadi ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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19-Dec-2025 10:21
 

Updated with information about the risks from terrorism (‘Safety and security’ page’).

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19-Dec-2025 10:13
 

Updated with information about the risks from terrorism (‘Safety and security’ page’).

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Update Date:
19-Dec-2025 10:01
 

Updated with information about the risks from terrorism (‘Safety and security’ page’).

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Update Date:
18-Dec-2025 22:45
 

"Addition of information and advice about planned road blockades across La Paz from 19 December (Summary page)."

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18-Dec-2025 15:03
 

FCDO no longer advises against all but essential travel to parts of Rubavu District. FCDO continues to advise against all but essential travel to parts of Rusizi District which are within 10km of the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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18-Dec-2025 09:39
 

New information about a State of Exception in Sololá department of western Guatemala ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
18-Dec-2025 09:38
 

Updated information about penalties for illegal drug offences following the introduction of a new law in Kuwait on 15 December (See 'Illegal drugs penalties' on the 'Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
17-Dec-2025 11:34
 

Updated information about toll roads ( ‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
17-Dec-2025 09:12
 

Updated information about earthquake and tsunami advisories ( 'Warnings and insurance' page).

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16-Dec-2025 15:00
 

Updated information on existing entry requirements (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
16-Dec-2025 15:00
 

Updated information on existing entry requirements (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
16-Dec-2025 14:25
 

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with edits made throughout, including new information on taking money into and out of Algeria, risk of arrest and detention, illegal drugs and prison sentences, using cameras in secure areas, family and child custody, military service and healthcare in Algeria ('Entry requirements', 'Safety and security' and 'Health' pages).

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Update Date:
16-Dec-2025 10:20
 

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy, with edits made throughout.

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Update Date:
16-Dec-2025 07:18
 

Update on terrorist attack at Bondi Beach ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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15-Dec-2025 16:50
 

FCDO now advises against all but essential travel to the remaining areas of the Alibori and Atacora departments. FCDO continues to advise against all but essential travel and all travel to other areas in Benin (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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15-Dec-2025 16:47
 

FCDO now advises 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 and FCDO now advises against all but essential travel to the rest of the Savanes Region (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
15-Dec-2025 15:08
 

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with edits made throughout, including new information about hotel tax and damaged or torn passports, updated information about taking money into and out of Tunisia, and drugs and illegal substances ('Entry requirements' and 'Safety and security' pages).

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15-Dec-2025 14:30
 

Additional information regarding the risks of flooding, storms and tsunamis following Cyclone Ditwah ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
15-Dec-2025 12:16
 

Updated information on Belarus-Poland and Belarus-Lithuania borders ('Safety and security' page).

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15-Dec-2025 12:08
 

Removal of Ebola from the list of health risks you may face in the Democratic Republic of Congo (’Health’ page).

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Update Date:
15-Dec-2025 11:43
 

New information about what health risk you may face in Cape Verde, including Shigella sonnei (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Health’ pages).

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Update Date:
15-Dec-2025 10:52
 

Updated information on recent regional tension (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).

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Update Date:
15-Dec-2025 09:27
 

Removal of information about flooding in Cyprus.

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Update Date:
14-Dec-2025 21:35
 

Update on shooting in Bondi Beach ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
14-Dec-2025 13:28
 

Information about a shooting in Bondi Beach, Sydney (Warnings and Insurance)

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Update Date:
14-Dec-2025 08:34
 

Update on strike in the cities of Cúcuta, Barrancabermeja, Medellín, Bogotá, Cali and Popayán from 14 - 17 December (See 'Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
12-Dec-2025 15:48
 

Updated information about planned strikes and protests with significant disruptions expected ( 'Warnings and insurance' and 'Safety and security' pages).

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Update Date:
12-Dec-2025 15:38
 

FCDO now advises against all travel to within 50km from the whole border with Thailand (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
12-Dec-2025 15:38
 

FCDO now advises against all travel to within 50km of the whole border with Cambodia except for Koh Chang, Koh Kood and the other islands in between them, where FCDO continues to advise against all but essential travel. FCDO continues to advise against all but essential travel to parts of Thailand (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
12-Dec-2025 14:45
 

Removal of information about an explosion at a school in North Jakarta on 7 November 2025.

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Update Date:
12-Dec-2025 12:24
 

Addition of information about the penalties related to illegal drugs and information about the risks from terrorism (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
11-Dec-2025 16:48
 

Updated information on border areas and river and sea travel ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
11-Dec-2025 16:31
 

New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
11-Dec-2025 15:41
 

Addition of information about vehicle crime and air travel ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
11-Dec-2025 11:32
 

New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
11-Dec-2025 11:32
 

New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
10-Dec-2025 16:06
 

New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (See 'Dual nationals' on the 'Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
10-Dec-2025 15:29
 

Updated information on the political situation following the October 29 elections (‘Safety and security’ page). New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
10-Dec-2025 14:24
 

Addition of information about flooding in Cyprus and new information about dual nationals returning to the UK ('Warnings and insurance' and ‘Entry requirements’ pages).

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Update Date:
10-Dec-2025 13:58
 

New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
10-Dec-2025 13:58
 

New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
10-Dec-2025 13:57
 

New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
10-Dec-2025 13:57
 

New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
10-Dec-2025 13:55
 

New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
08-Dec-2025 14:23
 

Updated information on increased armed group activity and conflict on the border between Burundi and DRC (‘Warning and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
07-Dec-2025 11:14
 

Latest update: Update on the attempt coup (See ‘Political situation’ on the ‘Safety and security’ page)

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Update Date:
06-Dec-2025 15:47
 

Due to the security situation across Pakistan, we continue to advise British nationals to remain extra vigilant and to follow travel advice updates, particularly the guidance set out in the security section (‘Safety and Security’ pages).

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05-Dec-2025 17:16
 

Updated information that up until 31 December 2026, British passport holders can enter and leave the Dominican Republic for tourism purposes, as long as their passport remains valid for the duration of their visit (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
05-Dec-2025 16:06
 

Information added about World Cup 2026 (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘World Cup 2026’ pages).

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Update Date:
05-Dec-2025 16:05
 

Information added about World Cup 2026 (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘World Cup 2026’ pages).

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Update Date:
05-Dec-2025 16:02
 

Information added about World Cup 2026 (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘World Cup 2026’ pages).

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Update Date:
05-Dec-2025 15:01
 

Updated information about severe weather and travel disruption (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
05-Dec-2025 15:00
 

Updated information about the impact of Hurricane Melissa and additional information about health risks in Jamaica. (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Health’ pages).

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Update Date:
05-Dec-2025 12:35
 

FCDO now advises against all but essential travel within 5km of the town of Hawassa. FCDO continues to advise against all but essential travel and all travel to parts of Ethiopia ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
04-Dec-2025 15:36
 

Updated information about alcohol sale restrictions ('Safety and security' pages).

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Update Date:
04-Dec-2025 14:37
 

Addition of information that the Malawian government has announced a stop to visa-free entry. You might need a visa when you arrive. It is not clear when this will start ('Entry requirements' page).

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Update Date:
04-Dec-2025 12:07
 

New information on cross-border attacks near the Tajikistan-Afghanistan border (See ‘Tajikistan-Afghanistan border’ on the ‘Regional risks’ page).

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Update Date:
04-Dec-2025 11:39
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and there are no significant updates.

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Update Date:
04-Dec-2025 11:28
 

FCDO no longer advises against all but essential travel to Nay Pyi Taw following the March 2025 earthquake, based on diminished earthquake risk. FCDO continues to advise against all travel and all but essential travel to parts of Myanmar. Addition of information about dual nationality ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
04-Dec-2025 09:43
 

Updated information on the political situation and calls for protest on 9 December, along with phone numbers for consular assistance, and information on an increase in anti-foreigner rhetoric (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).

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Update Date:
03-Dec-2025 16:24
 

Addition of information on advice from the Taiwanese authorities on crisis preparedness ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
03-Dec-2025 16:17
 

New information about health risks in Fiji (‘Health’ page).

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Update Date:
03-Dec-2025 16:12
 

Addition of information about travel disruption caused by Cyclone Ditwah ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
03-Dec-2025 15:10
 

This travel advice has been updated with information about crime and upcoming elections ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
03-Dec-2025 12:21
 

Removal of information on Cyclone Ditwah ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
02-Dec-2025 14:21
 

FCDO no longer advise against all but essential travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park, the area immediately south-west of Kasese town, or to Semuliki National Park (‘Regional risks’ page).

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Update Date:
02-Dec-2025 13:11
 

Updated information for those travelling to LGBT+ events (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
02-Dec-2025 12:35
 

Updated information about demonstrations across Metro Manila ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
02-Dec-2025 11:10
 

Updated information about regional risks in Turkana, West Pokot, Elgeyo-Marakwet, Baringo, Laikipia and Samburu counties (‘Regional risks’ page).

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Update Date:
01-Dec-2025 16:42
 

Addition of information about Cyclone Ditwah ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
30-Nov-2025 19:36
 

New information about risks from volcanic eruptions (‘Warnings and insurance’ page)

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Update Date:
30-Nov-2025 14:43
 

Information on Cyclone Ditwah which is expected to reach coastal Tamil Nadu, including Chennai on 30 November and 1 December. (Safety and Security)

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Update Date:
29-Nov-2025 07:39
 

Addition of information about demonstrations across Metro Manila on 30 November ('Warnings and insurance' page)

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Update Date:
28-Nov-2025 16:40
 

Removal of information about regional risks and airspace restrictions.

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Update Date:
28-Nov-2025 16:40
 

Removal of information about regional risks.

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Update Date:
28-Nov-2025 16:39
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning (See 'Alcohol laws' on the 'Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
28-Nov-2025 16:38
 

Removal of information about regional risks.

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Update Date:
28-Nov-2025 16:38
 

Removal of information about regional risks.

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Update Date:
28-Nov-2025 16:37
 

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with edits made throughout, including updated information about recent attacks and the current situation in Israel, Lebanon and Palestine (‘Safety and security’ and ‘Regional risks’ pages).

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Update Date:
28-Nov-2025 16:37
 

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with edits made throughout, including updated information about recent attacks, political situation and terrorist kidnap (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
28-Nov-2025 16:36
 

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with edits made throughout, including updated information about recent attacks, political situation and terrorist kidnap (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
28-Nov-2025 16:19
 

Updated information about change to visa requirements for UK nationals entering Malawi ('Entry requirements' page).

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Update Date:
28-Nov-2025 16:13
 

Updated information on the political situation and calls for protest on 9 December (‘Warnings and insurance’ page), and the risk of invasive searches of electronic devices (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
28-Nov-2025 12:04
 

New information on hours where the sale of alcohol is restricted (See ‘Laws and cultural differences’ on the ‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
28-Nov-2025 10:37
 

Removal of information about Typhoon Fung-Wong.

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Update Date:
28-Nov-2025 07:18
 

Information added about severe weather affecting Sri Lanka, and related travel disruption (‘Warnings and insurance’ page)

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Update Date:
27-Nov-2025 16:42
 

Updated to reflect the risk of of assault, rape and sexual aggression following recent incidents against British nationals (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
26-Nov-2025 17:45
 

Addition of information about a gunfire incident in Bissau (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
25-Nov-2025 14:51
 

Removal of information about protests and demonstrations ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
25-Nov-2025 13:57
 

Updated information on the political situation (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
25-Nov-2025 11:05
 

New information about protests and demonstrations (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
24-Nov-2025 17:01
 

Updated information about extension of the State of Emergency in Peru ('Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
24-Nov-2025 13:01
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
24-Nov-2025 12:27
 

New information about risks from volcano eruptions (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
24-Nov-2025 11:08
 

New information on potential for protests around by-elections on 27 November ( 'Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
24-Nov-2025 10:52
 

Addition of information about change to visa requirements for UK nationals entering Malawi ('Entry requirements' page).

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Update Date:
23-Nov-2025 19:27
 

Information on flight cancellations ('Warnings and insurance' page)

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Update Date:
21-Nov-2025 18:04
 

Update of information about protests and demonstrations ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
21-Nov-2025 13:48
 

Information about a higher risk of bushfires during the spring and summer seasons, from October to February ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
21-Nov-2025 11:10
 

FCDO now advises against all but essential travel to some areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, Dera Ghazi Khan and to within 5 miles of the international border between Pakistan and India except the Grand Trunk highway to India via Wagah border and the Kartarpur Corridor. FCDO continues to advise against all travel and all but essential travel to parts of Pakistan. This travel advice has been reviewed with information included on crossing land borders ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Entry requirements' pages).

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Update Date:
20-Nov-2025 16:14
 

Addition of information about South African National Parks advising on recommended routes for those travelling from Gqeberha to Addo Elephant Park ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
19-Nov-2025 23:18
 

FCDO advises against all but essential travel within 5km of the town of Jinka due to the Marburg outbreak.

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Update Date:
19-Nov-2025 16:51
 

Addition of information about protests and demonstrations ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
19-Nov-2025 12:38
 

New information on strike action ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
18-Nov-2025 15:57
 

Updated information about the duration of political demonstrations in Georgia ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
18-Nov-2025 15:22
 

Information on reports of cases of Marburg in South Ethiopia (Health page).

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Update Date:
18-Nov-2025 13:57
 

New information on potential travel disruptions due to the G20 Leaders Summit in Johannesburg on 21-23 November ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
18-Nov-2025 11:42
 

Removal of information that there could be travel disruption following a US federal government shutdown.

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Update Date:
18-Nov-2025 10:35
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
18-Nov-2025 10:35
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
18-Nov-2025 10:34
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
18-Nov-2025 10:32
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
18-Nov-2025 10:31
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
18-Nov-2025 10:30
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
18-Nov-2025 10:30
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
18-Nov-2025 10:30
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
18-Nov-2025 10:30
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
18-Nov-2025 10:30
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
18-Nov-2025 10:29
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
14-Nov-2025 21:42
 

New information on mosquito-borne diseases and the impact of Hurricane Melissa (See the “Vaccine recommendations and Health Risks” in the “Health” page and “Warnings and Insurance” page)

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Update Date:
14-Nov-2025 18:04
 

Information on reports of cases of viral haemorrhagic fever in South Ethiopia (Health page).

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Update Date:
14-Nov-2025 17:17
 

New information about a data breach to Somalia’s eVisa system (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
14-Nov-2025 16:35
 

Updated reference to the risk of political demonstrations and related violence, including around national holidays and updated language to reflect the potential for violence during election seasons in mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).

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Update Date:
14-Nov-2025 16:23
 

Updated information about healthcare in Botswana and the end of the state of public health emergency ('Health' page).

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Update Date:
14-Nov-2025 16:19
 

New information about demonstrations expected in Metro Manila on 16-18 November ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
14-Nov-2025 11:59
 

Removal of information about an explosion in the G-11 sector of Islamabad.

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Update Date:
14-Nov-2025 11:59
 

Removal of information about an explosion at the Red Fort (Lal Qila) Metro Station.

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Update Date:
13-Nov-2025 14:07
 

Updated information that there has been an increase in kidnaps in Southern and Western Mali (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
13-Nov-2025 09:40
 

Addition of information on what to do if a crisis develops in Eritrea ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
12-Nov-2025 16:30
 

Update about Presidential and Parliamentary elections in Uganda in January (See 'Political situation' on the 'Safety and security' page).

Update Date:
11-Nov-2025 16:17
 

New information about upcoming general elections on Thursday 27 November (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
11-Nov-2025 16:05
 

Addition of information about Typhoon Fung-Wong ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
11-Nov-2025 14:18
 

Addition of information that some operators have paused or cancelled flights and package holidays following Hurricane Melissa, flights to and from Jamaica may not be direct and could transit other countries (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
11-Nov-2025 10:19
 

New information following reports of an explosion in the G-11 sector of Islamabad ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
10-Nov-2025 15:49
 

New information following an explosion at the Red Fort (Lal Qila) Metro Station ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
10-Nov-2025 07:01
 

Updated information on Typhoon Fung-Wong

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Update Date:
08-Nov-2025 09:13
 

Information on Typhoon Fung-Wong approaching Luzon

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Update Date:
07-Nov-2025 17:11
 

FCDO no longer advises against all but essential travel to the whole of Tanzania but continues to advise against all but essential travel to any area within 20k of the Tanzanian border with the Cabo Delgado province of Mozambique. Updates to reflect the possibility of further demonstrations, and advice given to British High Commission staff to limit unnecessary travel outside of Dar es Salaam ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Regional risks' pages).

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Update Date:
07-Nov-2025 13:51
 

Updated with information following an explosion at a school in North Jakarta (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
06-Nov-2025 17:00
 

Removal of information on flight suspensions (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
06-Nov-2025 16:45
 

Updated information that a state of emergency has been extended ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
06-Nov-2025 16:35
 

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with edits made throughout, including updated information about visas, money, posting on social media, transport risks, air quality and healthcare in Tajikistan (‘Entry requirements’, ‘Safety and security’ and ‘Health’ pages).

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Update Date:
06-Nov-2025 15:44
 

Removal of information about Hurricane Melissa.

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Update Date:
06-Nov-2025 11:49
 

Updated information about Hurricane Melissa ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
06-Nov-2025 11:42
 

New information on flight suspensions (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
05-Nov-2025 16:00
 

Updated information on the political situation ahead of the upcoming parliamentary elections which will take place on 27 December ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
05-Nov-2025 15:45
 

Updated information about applying for a Sri Lanka ‘Electronic Travel Authorisation’(‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
05-Nov-2025 15:32
 

Removal of information about Hurricane Melissa.

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Update Date:
05-Nov-2025 15:26
 

Removal of information about Hurricane Melissa.

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Update Date:
04-Nov-2025 18:58
 

New information on political situation and disruption to services and supplies and new information on social media use ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Safety and security' pages).

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Update Date:
04-Nov-2025 16:05
 

Updated information on commercial flights to the UK following Hurricane Melissa (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
04-Nov-2025 09:28
 

Removal of information about heavy rainfall and flooding ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
03-Nov-2025 16:17
 

Updated information on protests and disruption to services and supplies (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
03-Nov-2025 15:36
 

Updated information about exit requirements ('Entry requirements' page).

Update Date:
03-Nov-2025 12:00
 

New information about monitoring and reporting crime ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
02-Nov-2025 09:47
 

Updated information regarding Sangster International Airport (Montego Bay) resuming limited commercial flights (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
01-Nov-2025 19:14
 

Update on travel to Tanzania. FCDO advises against all but essential travel ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
01-Nov-2025 18:38
 

Information on reports of attacks in Western Uganda ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
01-Nov-2025 12:46
 

Removal of advisory information on Hurricane Melissa ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
31-Oct-2025 16:57
 

Updated information on status of curfews and access to airports (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Update Date:
31-Oct-2025 16:02
 

Removal of information about Hurricane Melissa.

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Update Date:
31-Oct-2025 15:23
 

Addition of information about Belarus-Lithuania border closures ('Entry requirements' page).

Location:
Update Date:
31-Oct-2025 15:21
 

Updated information on Belarus-Lithuania border ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
31-Oct-2025 14:33
 

Removal of information about the UK Air Safety List as Comoros has been removed from the list.

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Update Date:
31-Oct-2025 14:33
 

Updated information that Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay remains closed for commercial flights (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
30-Oct-2025 21:01
 

New information that non-essential British Embassy staff have been temporarily withdrawn from Bamako. (See ‘UK government support’ on the ‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
30-Oct-2025 19:47
 

Update following Hurricane Melissa passing through the region ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
30-Oct-2025 19:44
 

Update following Hurricane Melissa passing through the region ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
30-Oct-2025 16:02
 

Updated information about risks from terrorism ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
30-Oct-2025 14:01
 

FCDO now advises against all travel to the capital city of Bamako, and continues to advise against all travel to the rest of Mali ( 'Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
30-Oct-2025 12:01
 

Updated information on road closures, transport cancellations, protests, and internet connection (See ‘Protests and nationwide curfew’ on the ‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
30-Oct-2025 11:18
 

Updated information about Hurricane Melissa (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
30-Oct-2025 11:18
 

Updated information about Hurricane Melissa ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
30-Oct-2025 10:26
 

Addition of information that Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston has announced that passenger operations will resume from 7am on 30 October ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
29-Oct-2025 15:53
 

New information about the formal mourning period following the death of HM Queen Sirikit ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
29-Oct-2025 15:42
 

Removal of information about Hurricane Melissa ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
29-Oct-2025 15:06
 

Updated information on a curfew in Dar es Salaam from 6pm on 29 October (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
29-Oct-2025 15:00
 

Addition of information about heavy rainfall and flooding ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
29-Oct-2025 13:21
 

FCDO now advises against all travel to the capital city of Niamey, including the rest of Niger ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
29-Oct-2025 10:21
 

Updated information about a transit control card ('Entry requirements' page).

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Update Date:
29-Oct-2025 01:12
 

New information on the risks from Hurricane Melissa (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
28-Oct-2025 16:09
 

Updated information about an airport fee for transit and connecting passengers at Lima Airport (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
28-Oct-2025 14:05
 

Addition of information regarding 'Register Your Presence' for British nationals in Jamaica ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
28-Oct-2025 13:33
 

New information about Hurricane Melissa ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
28-Oct-2025 13:33
 

New information about Hurricane Melissa ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
28-Oct-2025 11:43
 

Addition of information about bear sightings and attacks in Japan (see 'Wildlife' on the 'Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
27-Oct-2025 16:47
 

New information about Hurricane Melissa ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
27-Oct-2025 16:22
 

FCDO no longer advises against all but essential travel to south of the A43 road between Hat Yai and Sakom, and south of the train line which runs between Hat Yai and Padang Besar but FCDO continues to advise against all but essential travel to the districts of Chana, Thepa, Na Thawi and Saba Yoi in southern Songkhla Province ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Regional risks' pages).

Update Date:
27-Oct-2025 14:13
 

Updated information on Hurricane Melissa ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
27-Oct-2025 13:59
 

New information about Hurricane Melissa ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
27-Oct-2025 13:59
 

New information about Hurricane Melissa ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
27-Oct-2025 13:26
 

Updated information on Tanzania’s general elections (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
27-Oct-2025 13:25
 

Updated information about visa requirements in China ('Entry requirements' page).

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Update Date:
27-Oct-2025 11:09
 

Addition of information about the risks from Rift Valley fever in Mauritania (‘ Health’ page).

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Update Date:
27-Oct-2025 11:09
 

Addition of information about the risks from Rift Valley fever in Senegal (‘ Health’ page).

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Update Date:
26-Oct-2025 18:30
 

Additional information on Hurricane Melissa. See 'Warnings and Insurance’ page, and ‘Extreme weather and natural disasters’ on the ‘Safety and security’ page.

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Update Date:
25-Oct-2025 23:09
 

Additional information on Tropical Storm Melissa ('Warnings and Insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
25-Oct-2025 08:24
 

Information about a new Lima airport fee for passengers transiting or connecting through Jorge Chávez International Airport (Lima Airport) from 27 October, and on a planned anti-government demonstration on 25 October in downtown Lima (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
25-Oct-2025 06:23
 

New information that there are currently a number of reported instances of Dengue, Oropouche and Chikungunya in Cuba ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Health' pages).

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Update Date:
24-Oct-2025 19:53
 

Updated information about blockades and risk of kidnapping in Mali ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
24-Oct-2025 16:45
 

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with changes made throughout, including updated information on border areas, crime, violent attacks and personal safety and hotel safety ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
24-Oct-2025 16:31
 

Updated information on how to contact the British Embassy in San Jose, Costa Rica (See 'UK Government Support' on the 'Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
24-Oct-2025 09:47
 

Removal of information about the UCI Road World Cycling Championships which took place in Kigali from 21-28 September.

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Update Date:
24-Oct-2025 09:12
 

Removal of information about tsunami warning lifted following the earthquake in Mindanao (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
23-Oct-2025 19:56
 

Further information on Tropical Storm Melissa ('Warnings and insurance')

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Update Date:
23-Oct-2025 12:45
 

New information about the upcoming Winter Olympics and Paralympic games planned to take place from 6 to 22 February and 6 to 15 March 2025 (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).

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Update Date:
22-Oct-2025 21:15
 

Additional information on Tropical Storm Melissa. See 'Warnings and Insurance’ page, and ‘Extreme weather and natural disasters’ on the ‘Safety and security’ page.

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Update Date:
22-Oct-2025 20:49
 

Update to the risk of kidnapping in Niger (See the grey box under ‘Areas where FCDO advises against travel’ on the ‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
22-Oct-2025 16:39
 

New information on a State of Emergency in Lima and Callao (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
22-Oct-2025 16:36
 

New information about visit visas and being required to provide biometrics if you are visiting Jordan for purposes other than tourism ('Entry requirements' page).

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Update Date:
22-Oct-2025 14:50
 

Updated information about bringing prescribed medicine into Vietnam ('Health' page).

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Update Date:
21-Oct-2025 16:37
 

FCDO no longer advises against all but essential travel to Madagascar. Updated information about the political and security situation in Madagascar ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
21-Oct-2025 13:59
 

New information about an explosion in Guayaquil on 14 October 2025 ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
21-Oct-2025 10:25
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
21-Oct-2025 10:25
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
21-Oct-2025 10:25
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
21-Oct-2025 10:24
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
21-Oct-2025 10:24
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
21-Oct-2025 10:23
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
21-Oct-2025 10:23
 

Addition of information on the risks from methanol poisoning ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
20-Oct-2025 16:00
 

Removal of information about elections in Bolivia which took place on Sunday 19 October.

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Update Date:
20-Oct-2025 13:10
 

Addition of information about taking photographs and flying personal drones near military or other security installations and any buildings or items of national infrastructure (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
18-Oct-2025 02:47
 

Removal of information about the transport strike.

Location:
Update Date:
17-Oct-2025 16:04
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy with minor changes made throughout.

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Update Date:
17-Oct-2025 15:59
 

Removal of special visa procedures for the Formula 1 and the addition of information about cultural sensitivity (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
17-Oct-2025 13:12
 

New information about using mobile phones in Russia ('Safety and security' page).

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Update Date:
17-Oct-2025 11:51
 

New information about e-arrival digital disembarkation card ('Entry requirements' page).

Location:
Update Date:
16-Oct-2025 15:22
 

This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and there are no significant updates.

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Update Date:
16-Oct-2025 12:27
 

Addition of information about a period of national mourning following the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
15-Oct-2025 16:35
 

New information about requirement for Digital Arrival Card ('Entry requirements' page).

Location:
Update Date:
15-Oct-2025 16:23
 

Removal of information about presidential and parliamentary elections between 9 and 11 October ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
15-Oct-2025 16:19
 

Clarification that FCDO advises against all but essential travel to within 50km of the whole border with Cambodia, including Koh Chang, Koh Kood and the other islands in between them (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
15-Oct-2025 14:05
 

New information about elections in Bolivia on Sunday 19 October (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
15-Oct-2025 10:18
 

New information following Cameroon presidential elections (see ‘Political situation’ on the ‘Safety and security page’).

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Update Date:
15-Oct-2025 05:09
 

On 14 October an explosion occurred in Guayaquil close to the Mall del Sol shopping centre and the Sheraton hotel. You should avoid the area and follow the instructions of the local authorities (See ‘Safety and Security’ page).

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Update Date:
15-Oct-2025 02:06
 

A transport strike is scheduled and large protests are expected in Lima and other parts of Peru on Wednesday 15 October. There may be significant disruption to travel. You should avoid large gatherings and follow local media for the latest updates (See ‘Political situation’ on the ‘Safety and Security’ page).

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Update Date:
14-Oct-2025 18:42
 

Updated information about the political and security situation following an announcement by a group within the military that it has taken control of the country  ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
14-Oct-2025 12:44
 

Updated information about power outages in Cuba and new information about chikungunya being a health risk in Cuba (See ‘Warnings and Insurance’ and 'Health' pages).

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Update Date:
14-Oct-2025 12:42
 

Addition of information about the new online arrival card system for entering Taiwan (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
14-Oct-2025 11:56
 

New information about how to stay safe in a crisis ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
14-Oct-2025 11:43
 

Updated information about travelling between Honduras, Nicaragua, El Salvador and Guatemala (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
14-Oct-2025 11:43
 

Updated information about travelling between Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Honduras (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
14-Oct-2025 11:43
 

Updated information about travelling between Nicaragua, El Salvador, Honduras and Guatemala (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
14-Oct-2025 11:43
 

Updated information about travelling between El Salvador, Nicaragua, Honduras and Guatemala (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
14-Oct-2025 11:32
 

New information on overstaying your visa and information that visitors must have an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before travelling to Sri Lanka ('Entry requirements’ page).

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Update Date:
14-Oct-2025 10:49
 

New information on fuel shortages in Mali (See ‘Fuel shortages’ on the ‘Safety and security page’).

Location:
Update Date:
13-Oct-2025 16:01
 

Removal of information regarding Tropical Storm Raymond ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
13-Oct-2025 15:50
 

New information on the political situation ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
13-Oct-2025 15:13
 

Updated information about risks from civil disorder, and from monsoons ('Safety and security' page).

Location:
Update Date:
13-Oct-2025 14:45
 

Addition of information about the Pakistan government restricting movements in and around Islamabad, Rawalpindi and Lahore ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
13-Oct-2025 13:48
 

Addition of a link to the Belgian Immigration Office website with information on the European Entry/Exit System (EES) ('Entry requirements' page).

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Update Date:
13-Oct-2025 11:52
 

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with edits made throughout, including updated information about religion, dress code, Ramadan, illegal drugs and prison sentences, using cameras and binoculars, journalistic activity, financial crimes, road safety and desert drives (‘Safety and security’ page).

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Update Date:
13-Oct-2025 11:07
 

Removal of information about severe weather warnings and travel disruption in Murcia and Valencia.

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Update Date:
13-Oct-2025 11:03
 

Removal of information about demonstrations and travel disruption near Machu Picchu.

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Update Date:
13-Oct-2025 10:30
 

Updated information about dual nationals and the conscription based military service (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
13-Oct-2025 10:30
 

Addition of information that a drone incursion in September 2025 caused the temporary closure of Poland’s airports (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
12-Oct-2025 15:21
 

Updated information on the protests taking place in Madagascar. (‘Warnings and insurance’ page)

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Update Date:
10-Oct-2025 19:24
 

New information on safety and security during Presidential elections on 12 October (See ‘Safety and Security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
10-Oct-2025 18:00
 

Update of information regarding Tropical Storm Raymond (Warnings and insurance)

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Update Date:
10-Oct-2025 17:34
 

Updated information that overnight curfews in Toamasina (Tamatave), and Toliara have been lifted. Overnight curfews remain in place for Antananarivo (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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Update Date:
10-Oct-2025 17:29
 

Clarification that FCDO advises against all but essential travel to within 50km of the whole border with Cambodia, including Koh Chang and Koh islands (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
10-Oct-2025 17:24
 

Addition of information about checking the entry requirements for Greece, if you are considering day trips to Greek islands from Turkey (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
10-Oct-2025 10:47
 

New information on severe weather warnings and travel disruption in Murcia and Valencia (‘Warning and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
10-Oct-2025 10:26
 

New information about government restricting movements in and around Islamabad, Rawalpindi and Lahore ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
10-Oct-2025 10:16
 

Tsunami warning lifted following the earthquake in Mindanao (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
09-Oct-2025 15:42
 

Updated information on the dispute along the border with Thailand and Cambodia ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
09-Oct-2025 15:41
 

Updated information on the dispute along the border with Thailand and Cambodia ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
09-Oct-2025 13:55
 

Updated information about volcanic eruptions and earthquakes (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
09-Oct-2025 10:35
 

New information that there could be travel disruption following a US federal government shutdown (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
08-Oct-2025 16:45
 

New information about presidential and parliamentary elections between 9 and 11 October (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
08-Oct-2025 15:37
 

Updated information following the announcement of a state of emergency being renewed for a further 60 days (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
08-Oct-2025 13:10
 

Updated information about visa requirements('Entry requirements' page).

Location:
Update Date:
08-Oct-2025 12:49
 

Removal of information about wildfires ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Location:
Update Date:
08-Oct-2025 12:48
 

Removal of information about wildfires ('Warnings and insurance' page).

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Update Date:
08-Oct-2025 11:08
 

New information about taxi and airport transfer options from Ashgabat International Airport and updated information about relationships with Turkmens (See ‘Taxis’ and ‘Relationships with Turkmens’ on the ‘Safety and Security’ page ).

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Update Date:
08-Oct-2025 11:04
 

Updated with information about a general strike on 14 October (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
07-Oct-2025 19:12
 

New information about methanol poisoning (‘Safety and security’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
07-Oct-2025 14:27
 

Removal of information about forest fires in Etosha National Park (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
07-Oct-2025 14:26
 

Removal of information on upcoming elections ('Warnings and insurance' page)

Location:
Update Date:
07-Oct-2025 13:37
 

Removal of information about a general strike in parts of Pakistan-administered Kashmir (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Location:
Update Date:
07-Oct-2025 13:24
 

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with edits made throughout, including updated information about demonstrations, alcohol laws, money, trekking and mountaineering and transport risks ('Entry requirements' and 'Safety and security' pages).

Location:
Update Date:
07-Oct-2025 11:58
 

Removal of information about municipal elections which took place in Georgia on 4 October.

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Update Date:
07-Oct-2025 10:54
 

Updated information about drink spiking and sexual assault, and that vapes and related products are banned in Vietnam (‘Safety and security’ page).