The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advice, now listing 76 countries or territories with 'no-go' zones. The guidance advises against all travel or all but essential travel to parts or all of these areas.
Following recent attacks involving the US, Israel, and Iran, the FCDO has specifically updated its advice to warn against all travel to Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories. British nationals make around 50 million trips annually, most of which are trouble-free, but the FCDO urges travellers to check its website before departure.
Travel insurance policies typically exclude coverage if you travel against FCDO advice, even if you are unaware of a change. The FCDO recommends setting up alerts for your destination to stay informed of any safety warnings.
The full list of affected countries is available on the FCDO website. Travellers are advised to review the guidance regularly and ensure their insurance remains valid.
