Saudi Arabia
Warnings and insurance
Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).
Areas where FCDO advises against travelĀ Ā
Saudi Arabia-Yemen borderĀ Ā
FCDO advises against:Ā Ā
- all travel to within 10km of the border with YemenĀ
- all but essential travel to areas between 10km and 80km from the border with YemenĀ
Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel.
Regional risks
Following hostilities in the region, a ceasefire between Israel and Iran began on 24 June.
You should:āÆĀ
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stay up to date with events in the regionāÆĀ
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check for any transport disruption that may still be occurringāÆĀ
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monitor local and international media for the latest informationāÆĀ
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read theāÆFCDOās advice onāÆif youāre affected by a crisis abroadāÆĀ
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follow the instructions of local authorities
Before you travelĀ
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide and see support for British nationals abroad for information about specific travel topics.Ā
Travel insuranceĀ
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
About FCDO travel advice
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides advice about risks of travel to help you make informed decisions. Find outĀ more aboutĀ FCDOĀ travel advice.
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