The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides advice about risks of travel to help British nationals make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice.

Volcanic eruption and earthquakes

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Check for alerts and advice from the:

• Icelandic Met Office
• Safe Travel Iceland
• Almannavarnadeild Facebook page and Twitter (@almannavarnir)

Also see Extreme weather and natural disasters.

Before you travel

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide as well as support for British nationals abroad which includes:

• advice on preparing for travel abroad and reducing risks
• information for women, LGBT+ and disabled travellers

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Travel insurance

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.