Travel Alerts & Warnings

▣ The following travel alerts and warnings have been issued to alert travelers of potential risks in certain countries and regions.

• Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:29:19 +0000: Spain - Travel Advice Summary
  

  New information about a national strike planned for 11 November ('Warnings and insurance' page).

• Tue, 10 Nov 2026 14:25:20 +0000: Portugal - Travel Advice Summary
  

  New information about severe weather (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

• Tue, 10 Nov 2026 14:13:23 +0000: Nigeria - Travel Advice Summary
  

  This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with changes made throughout, including on land borders, street and vehicle crime, withdrawing and exchanging money, financial scams, terrorism in Nigeria, kidnapping for ransom, transport risks, dangers at road checkpoints, taxis and buses, sea travel, swimming safety, North West Nigeria and South East and South South Nigeria (See ‘Entry requirements’, ‘Safety and security’ and ‘Regional risks’ pages).

• Mon, 09 Nov 2026 16:20:13 +0000: Eritrea - Travel Advice Summary
  

  Removal of information about the temporary withdrawal of dependants of British Embassy staff from Eritrea ('Warnings and insurance' page).

• Mon, 09 Nov 2026 16:16:31 +0000: Côte d'Ivoire - Travel Advice Summary
  

  New information about Ebola screening and health declarations when arriving in country (‘Entry requirements’ page).

▣ The following travel alerts and warnings have been issued to alert travelers of potential risks in certain countries and regions.

• Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000: Iraq - Level 4: Do Not Travel - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
  Do not travel

  to Iraq due to terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict, crime, health risks, and the U.S. government’s limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Iraq.

  Do not travel to Iraq for any reason. The U.S. government has limited ability to offer emergency services to U.S. citizens in Iraq due to the safety risks.

  Armed conflict

  Iranian-supported Houthis have engaged in hostilities against Saudi Arabia, including attacks on civilian airports and other critical infrastructure resulting in civilian casualties and severe travel disruptions.  The hostilities have the potential to escalate rapidly beyond that immediate area.

  The Iraqi government cannot guarantee the safety of U.S. citizens against sudden outbreaks of violence and armed conflict.

  U.S. government employee travel restrictions 

  The Department of State requires U.S. government personnel working in Iraq to live and work under strict security protocols due to serious threats.  Additional staffing posture adjustments may be imposed on U.S. personnel under Chief of Mission security responsibility due to evolving security issues.

  Due to safety risks, U.S. government employees need special authorization to travel to Iraq.  

  Kidnapping

  U.S. citizens in Iraq face high risks, including violence and kidnapping.

  Terrorism

  There is a risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Iraq.   Terrorists, including Iran-aligned militias and ISIS, encourage and conduct attacks against U.S. persons and interests in Iraq.  Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more.

  Crime and armed conflict

  Anti-U.S. militias threaten U.S. citizens and international companies.  Attacks using improvised explosive devices, indirect fire, and unmanned aerial vehicles occur in many areas, including major cities.  Targets of recent attacks have included hotels, universities, energy infrastructure, airports, and other locations perceived as affiliated with the United States, including diplomatic facilities.

  Health

  Emergency and intensive care facilities in Iraq are limited and likely unavailable outside of the largest cities.  

  If you need emergency medical assistance, hospitals, doctors, ambulances, and medical supplies may be low quality or unavailable.  Problems with transportation, roads, and safety can result in delays if you need medical evacuation.

  Aviation safety

  The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) and a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) prohibiting certain flights in the region.  This is due to risks to civil aviation operating within or near Iraq.

  • For more information U.S. citizens should consult the Federal Aviation Administration’s Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices.
• Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000: United Arab Emirates - Level 3: Reconsider Travel - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
  Reconsider travel

  to the United Arab Emirates due to terrorism and armed conflict. 

  U.S. government employee travel restrictions
  U.S. government employees working in the UAE need special authorization to travel to military bases and critical energy infrastructure sites due to UAE government restrictions and potential security risks.  Additional staffing posture adjustments may be imposed on U.S. personnel under Chief of Mission security responsibility due to evolving security issues.

  Armed Conflict

  Iranian-supported Houthis have engaged in hostilities against Saudi Arabia, including attacks on civilian airports and other critical infrastructure resulting in civilian casualties and severe travel disruptions. The hostilities have the potential to escalate rapidly beyond that immediate area.

  Terrorism

  There is a risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in the United Arab Emirates. Visit the U.S. Department of State’s country reports on terrorism to learn more.  

  Terrorists may attack with little or no warning and may target tourist locations, transportation hubs, shopping areas, government facilities, places of worship, and in particular locations associated with the Jewish and Israeli communities.

  Aviation Safety

  The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an advisory Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) or a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR).  This is due to risks to civil aviation operating within or nearby the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman region, including the UAE. For more information, Americans who plan to travel to the region should check the FAA’s Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices.

  Local laws

  Residents and visitors should be aware the UAE has strict rules on social behavior drug possession traffic violations; financial crimes video recording officials, members of the public, infrastructure, or military activity. Breaking these rules can lead to arrest, fines, or an exit ban. Americans should review the Department of State’s Destination Information Page for the UAE to learn about local laws, special circumstances, and additional information about travel to the United Arab Emirates.

• Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000: Iran - Level 4: Do Not Travel - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
  Do not travel

  to Iran due to the risk of terrorism, unrest, kidnapping, arbitrary arrest of U.S. citizens, and wrongful detention. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

  • Do not travel to Iran for any reason. U.S. citizens in Iran should leave immediately. 
  • There is no U.S. Embassy in Iran. Review our information on Travel to High-Risk Areas.
  • Iranian-supported Houthis have engaged in hostilities against Saudi Arabia, including attacks on civilian airports and other critical infrastructure resulting in civilian casualties and severe travel disruptions. The hostilities have the potential to escalate rapidly beyond that immediate area.  Do Not Travel to Iran for any reason.

  U.S. citizens in Iran face serious dangers including terrorism, unrest, kidnapping, arbitrary arrest, and wrongful detention. Some U.S. nationals have been held for years on false charges, subjected to torture, and even sentenced to death.

  No U.S. embassy in Iran

  The U.S. government does not have diplomatic or consular relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran. The Swiss government, acting through its Embassy in Tehran, serves as the protecting power for United States interests in Iran.

  • The Swiss Protecting Power office in Tehran is extremely limited in its ability to assist Americans in Iran. 
  • Routine consular services for U.S. citizens are not available in Iran. For routine consular services, U.S. citizens must visit the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate or return to the United States. This includes acceptance of applications for full-validity passports and Consular Reports of Birth Abroad (CRBA), and for fee-based notarial services.  

  Detention, kidnapping, and hostage-taking
  

  The U.S. Department of State has determined that U.S. nationals are at serious risk of wrongful detention by the Government of Iran:

  • Iranian authorities continue to unjustly detain U.S. nationals without warning or any evidence they committed a crime. This includes dual U.S.-Iranian nationals, students, journalists, business travelers, academics, and people with U.S. military or government experience. Charges include espionage and posing a threat to national security.
  • U.S. nationals are at significant risk of questioning, arrest, and detention in Iran.
  • Having a U.S. passport or connections to the United States can be reason enough for Iranian authorities to detain someone.
  • Iranian law allows authorities to punish individuals for “collaboration with a hostile state.” This includes having any real or perceived connection with a government or organization that Iranian authorities consider as acting against Iranian interests.
  • Prior travel to Israel by an Iranian citizen can result in a prison sentence of 2 to 5 years. 

  Arbitrary enforcement of local laws

  • Some U.S. citizens have been detained for several months or more. Offenders can face many years in prison.
  • The Government of Iran has imposed exit bans on U.S. citizens that prevent travelers from leaving.

  Dual citizenship

  • Iran will not recognize your U.S. citizenship if you are a dual U.S.-Iranian citizen or have a claim to Iranian citizenship.
  • Iran will not permit Swiss consular officers to visit detained U.S. citizens who also hold Iranian citizenship.

  Terrorism

  • There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Iran. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more.
  • Review our information on Terrorism and Travel to High-Risk Areas.

  Unrest

  • Demonstrations are common and unpredictable. They may take place in response to political or economic issues. They may also occur on significant holidays and during large events.
  • Past demonstrations have turned violent. 

  Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) and surrogacy

  Companies providing surrogacy services in Iran are misrepresenting the security situation. They downplay the risks of the unregulated surrogacy tourism industry:  
  

  • Private companies that organize these visits and services put U.S. citizens in danger.
  • Iranian surrogacy providers have also been known to misrepresent U.S. citizenship law.

  A child born abroad to a surrogate will not automatically acquire U.S. citizenship if they are not genetically or gestationally linked to a U.S. citizen parent or their spouse. This means the child cannot get a U.S. passport to leave Iran.

  Aviation Safety Oversight

  The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) or a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR). This is due to risks to civil aviation operating within or nearby Iran. For more information U.S. citizens should consult the Federal Aviation Administration's Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices.

• Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000: Kuwait - Level 3: Reconsider Travel - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
  Reconsider travel

  to Kuwait due to the threat of armed conflict, landmines, and crime.

  The U.S. government has limited ability to offer services to U.S. citizens in Kuwait due to safety risks.

  U.S. government employee travel restrictions 

  Due to safety risks, U.S. government employees need special authorization to travel to Kuwait.  Additional staffing posture adjustments may be imposed on U.S. personnel under Chief of Mission security responsibility due to evolving security issues.

  Armed conflict

  Iranian-supported Houthis have engaged in hostilities against Saudi Arabia, including attacks on civilian airports and other critical infrastructure resulting in civilian casualties and severe travel disruptions. The hostilities have the potential to escalate rapidly beyond that immediate area..

  Aviation safety

  The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) or a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR). This is due to risks to civil aviation operating within or nearby the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman region, including Kuwait. Consult the Federal Aviation Administration for the most up to date information on current FAA warnings.

  Crime

  • Exercise increased caution in the Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh area in Kuwait City because of crime.
  • The Kuwaiti police report that the neighborhood of Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh near the Kuwait International Airport is a high-crime area.

  Landmines

  • Landmines and unexploded ordnance exist in the desert area and some beaches north of the Mutla’a Ridge and near the border with Iraq.
  • The locations of landmines and unexploded ordnance are not marked, so it can be hard to know where they are.
  • There may be unexploded bombs, shells, and landmines left over from the 1990 Gulf War.
  • Do not travel to areas that are “off the beaten path.” Do not touch or move objects in those areas as they could explode.
• Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000: Saudi Arabia - Level 3: Reconsider Travel - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
  Reconsider travel

  to Saudi Arabia due to risk of drone and missile targeting of American interests by Iran and the Iranian-supported Houthis, armed conflict, terrorism, exit bans, and local laws regarding social media activity. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

  On October 23, 2026, the Department of State ordered non-emergency U.S. government employees and U.S. government employee family members to leave Saudi Arabia due to safety risks.

  U.S. government employee travel restrictions

  • U.S. government employees working in Saudi Arabia require special authorization to use any airport in Saudi Arabia.
  • U.S. government employees working in Saudi Arabia are not allowed to travel within 20 miles of the Yemen border due to safety risks.
  • U.S. government employees working in Saudi Arabia need special authorization to travel to:
    • The cities of Qatif, Taif and Yanbu
    • The provinces of Jizan, Asir, and Najran.
  • Additional staffing posture adjustments may be imposed on U.S. personnel under Chief of Mission security responsibility due to evolving security issues.

  Armed conflict

  Iranian-supported Houthis have engaged in hostilities against Saudi Arabia, including attacks on civilian airports and other critical infrastructure resulting in civilian casualties and severe travel disruptions. The hostilities have the potential to escalate rapidly beyond that immediate area.

  Terrorism

  There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Saudi Arabia. Visit the U.S. Department of State’s country reports on terrorism to learn more.

  Terrorism is a concern in Saudi Arabia. Attacks can occur with little or no warning, especially around holidays. They can involve knives, firearms, and vehicles.

  Terrorists may use violence to respond to direct attacks against them or other military operations in the region.

  Potential targets include:

  • Important political, cultural, or religious sites
  • Places visited by U.S. citizens and other foreigners
  • Tourist locations and large gatherings
  • Hotels and locations where U.S. citizens gather
  • Transportation hubs
  • Markets and shopping malls
  • Entertainment venues
  • Government facilities

  Missile and drone attacks from Iran and threats from Houthis in Yemen

  Iran and Iran-backed Houthi rebels have launched missile and drone attacks into Saudi Arabia.

  • Attacks have impacted cities, infrastructure, airports, military bases, diplomatic, and energy facilities throughout the country.
  • Iran-backed Houthi rebels have threatened to attack Saudi Arabia again.
  • Falling debris from intercepted drones and missiles are also a risk.
  • U.S. citizens living and working near energy infrastructure and military bases may be at increased risk, especially closer to the border with Yemen.
  • Do not photograph, film, or share information about missile or drone interceptions or impact sites. Saudi authorities have detained U.S. citizens for taking photos of recent events.

  Exit bans

  The Government of Saudi Arabia has imposed exit bans on some U.S. citizens that prevent them from leaving. These can last many years.   

  • Exit bans may be related to pending criminal and civil investigations and cases, including, but not limited to unpaid visa overstay fees, domestic family disputes, and other financial and labor disagreements.
  • In some cases, exit bans can continue even after a criminal sentence has been fully served or a private suit is settled.

  Arbitrary Enforcement of Local laws

  • You are subject to Saudi Arabia’s local laws when traveling in the country. The U.S. government cannot guarantee your release if you are detained or arrested abroad.
  • If you break laws in Saudi Arabia – even by mistake – you could be deported, fined, imprisoned, or subject to an exit ban.
  • Some U.S. citizens have been detained for several months or even years without charges.
  • Saudi authorities may detain you if they consider your social media posts or other online activity to be critical, offensive, or disruptive to the public order.
  • Some U.S. citizens have been arrested for past social media activity, including comments posted while outside of Saudi Arabia. This may include posting, re-posting, or liking comments critical of the Saudi government or its leaders and policies. This also may apply to comments about public life or religion in Saudi Arabia.
  • Local laws against cybercrime and terrorism may be used to prosecute cases related to social media use.
  • Punishment for social media activity has included prison sentences of up to 45 years. Local authorities may not consider when, where, or in what context posts are made.

  Aviation safety

  The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) or a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR). This is due to risks to civil aviation operating within or nearby Saudi Arabia. For more information, U.S. citizens should consult the Federal Aviation Administration’s Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices.

  Private car, train, and bus options may provide alternatives to air travel. Below are some transportation resources for your consideration. Please confirm availability and schedules directly with the providers.

  • Saudi Arabia Railways
  • SAT Transportation
  • SAPTCO

  Do Not Travel to the Yemen border due to terrorism.
   

Alphabetical Travel Advisories For All Countries

Column 1 is UK travel advisories, middle column is guide books and travel resources aff.links and column 3 is Canadian government travel advisories.
Updated travel advice countries or territories sourced: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice and https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories

Updated travel advice

Your homeland government maintains a listing of travel and safety alerts with information and advice on developing situations that may affect the safety and well-being of travelers and vacationers. We use RSS feeds to attempt to maintain regularly updated information on the security, entry and exit requirements, health conditions, local laws and culture, natural disasters and climate, and how to find help when you are in a specific nation.

No matter where in the world you intend to travel, make sure you check your destination country’s travel advice and advisories page twice: once when you are planning your trip, and again shortly before you leave. If the region or the country you will be visiting becomes subject to a travel advisory, your travel health insurance or your trip cancellation insurance may be affected. You are solely responsible for your travel decisions.