Travel Advisories
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Egypt
Consider the security situation and risks to your safety in different locations. See Safety Landmines There are landmines in some areas, notably: the desert areas around El Alamein stretches of coastline…
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Vietnam
Travel restrictions due to COVID-19 are subject to change (see COVID-19 section above). Travel is also restricted: in some parts of the central Highlands around some border areas near military…
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Sudan
Demonstrations and protests Sudan’s political situation remains unstable. A Sovereign Council was established in August 2019. The Council will run the country for a three year transitional period until elections.…
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South Korea (Republic of Korea)
Driving permit To drive, you’ll need either: a valid local licence, or an International Driver’s Permit (IDP) and a valid Australian driver’s licence Get your IDP before your leave Australia.…
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France
Since 2015, asylum-seeker movements have put significant pressure on border controls in Europe. Make sure you: carry your passport when you cross borders, including within the Schengen area check border…
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Singapore
You’re subject to all local laws and penalties, including those that may appear harsh by Australian standards. Research local laws before travelling. If you’re arrested or jailed, the Australian Government…
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Addressing COVID-19 in Syria
Thank you very much, Mr President. Thank you, also, Mark, for your briefing today. Mr President, the United Kingdom remains deeply concerned about the potentially catastrophic impact of COVID-19 in…
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Major home testing programme for coronavirus will track levels of infection in the community
A major new programme of home testing for coronavirus will track the progress of the infection across England, the government announced today. The programme, commissioned by the Department of Health…
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Charter flight from Guyana for stranded British nationals
The flight will depart from Georgetown Cheddi Jagan International Airport for London Gatwick on 7 May. It will come via Buenos Aires, with around 200 British nationals already on board,…
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20,000 stranded Brits returning to the UK from South Asia on UK charter flights
In recent days, 28 further charter flights from India, Bangladesh and Pakistan have been announced, with the capacity to carry around 7,000 passengers: 14 from India, running between 28 April…