Foreign travel advice

Saudi Arabia

! Warning FCDO advises against all travel to parts of Saudi Arabia.

Warnings and insurance

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Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).

Areas where FCDO advises against travel  

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 

Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel.

Regional risks

There is a heightened risk of regional tension. Escalation could lead to travel disruption anddisruption and other unanticipated impacts.impacts. 

British nationals should take sensible precautions, considering their own individual circumstances. These include:include: 

  • read read If you’re affected by a crisis abroad - GOV.UK. This includes guidance on “how to prepare for a crisis” with suggestions on what you might include in your emergency supplies and “what to do in a crisis”
  • follow advice from the local authorities and sign up to receive information and alerts
  • sign up to FCDO Travel Advice email alerts
  • monitor local and international media for the latest information
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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. 

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.

About FCDO travel advice

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

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