The 19 countries UK’s Foreign Office says ‘do not travel’ to in 2025

Before heading off on , there are some things that should always check.

Two of them are to make sure that your is up to date and that your is still valid.

Another important check involves reviewing .

This is because if the government advises against to a country, it often means your travel insurance will be invalidated, leaving you without cover in an emergency.

The FCDO’s “do not travel” advice is often linked to wars, natural disasters, or political instability.

Among the countries on the list are , parts of the , and regions in .

Most recently, travel advice for Middle Eastern countries has been updated due to the ongoing conflict between and Lebanon.

FCDO’s warning now reads: “A ceasefire in the conflict between and Lebanese Hizballah came into force on 27 November, however, the security environment remains unpredictable.

“Military activity, including airstrikes, cannot be ruled out. Tensions remain high, and the situation could deteriorate with little warning.

“The closure or disruption of roads and exit routes at short notice could affect your ability to leave the country. Do not rely on the FCDO being able to evacuate you in an emergency.

“The security situation presents a range of serious risks to British Nationals in Lebanon, including the following.”

Here are the 19 countries where British nationals are :

1. Afghanistan – The situation remains volatile, with ongoing security risks.
2. Belarus – British nationals face a significant risk of arrest.
3. Burkina Faso – All areas except the capital, Ouagadougou, are off-limits.
4. Central African Republic – All travel is advised against, except to the capital, Bangui.
5. Haiti – Warnings are in place due to the unpredictable security situation.
6. Iran – British citizens face a significant risk of arrest and detention.
7. Iraq – Except for the Kurdistan Region, the country is considered unsafe.
8. – Travel is not advised to Gaza, Northern , and the West Bank. The rest of is “essential travel only.”
9. Lebanon – Ongoing tensions linked to the -Hizballah conflict make travel unsafe.
10. Libya – The security situation is fragile and could deteriorate quickly.
11. Mali – Except for the capital, Bamako, travel is considered unsafe.
12. Niger – Travel outside the capital city, Niamey, is advised against.
13. – Linked to risks stemming from its invasion of .
14. South Sudan – High risks of armed violence and criminality persist.
15. Sudan – The military conflict in Khartoum and beyond makes it too dangerous.
16. Syria – Ongoing conflict and instability create extreme security risks.
17. The Occupied Palestinian Territories – Avoid Gaza, Northern , and the West Bank. Only essential travel is advised elsewhere.
18. – The ongoing war and Russian attacks pose major risks to British nationals.
19. Yemen – Security remains unpredictable and extremely unsafe.