The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advice, warning against all travel to 12 countries and against all but essential travel to parts of others. The warnings are based on political conflicts, natural disasters, and safety concerns.
Of the 226 countries and territories with FCDO travel advice pages, 76 currently have no-go zones. The FCDO advises against all travel to entire countries or specific regions within them, including parts of Europe, Africa, Asia, and South America.
Travellers who choose to visit these destinations against FCDO advice risk invalidating their travel insurance and may receive limited consular support in emergencies. The FCDO defines essential travel as a personal decision based on urgent family or business commitments.
The full list of countries with 'do not travel' warnings is available on the FCDO website. Travellers are urged to check their passport validity, travel insurance, and safety advice before departing.
