Saudi Arabia
Warnings and insurance
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.
Areas where FCDO advises against travel
Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against FCDO advice.
Saudi Arabia-Yemen border
FCDO advises against:
- all travel to within 10km of the border with Yemen
- all but essential travel to areas between 10km and 80km from the border with Yemen
Abha International Airport
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to Abha International Airport in Asir province.
Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel.
Iranian military activity against Israel
On 13 April 2024 Iran carried out military action against Israel.
On 19 April, there have been reports of explosions in Iran, and unconfirmed reports of explosions in Syria and Iraq.
Monitor this travel advice and other media as the situation is changing fast. Follow and contact FCDO travel on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. You can also get email notifications when this travel advice is updated.
Read FCDO advice on how to deal with a crisis overseas.
Arriving in Saudi Arabia from Sudan
If you’re arriving in Saudi Arabia from Sudan, contact the Saudi authorities for the latest entry clearance procedures. See the latest Sudan travel advice for information about how to leave Port Sudan.
Before you travel
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.
Follow and contact FCDO travel on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. You can also sign up to get email notifications when this advice is updated.
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.