Foreign Office travel advice updates - Middle East Air Space Closed

2nd March 2026

Latest travel information for British nationals affected by the situation in the Middle East.

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British nationals in Bahrain, Israel, Kuwait, Palestine, Qatar and United Arab Emirates can register their presence to receive direct updates from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).

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You should continue to follow our travel advice for the country you are in and the advice of the local authorities.

tell the UK government you're in Bahrain

tell the UK government you're in Israel

tell the UK government you're in Kuwait

tell the UK government you’re in Palestine

tell the UK government you’re in Qatar

tell the UK government you’re in the United Arab Emirates

Middle East travel updates
If you are travelling anywhere in the Middle East, you should:

Monitor our travel advice for the country you are in

Read our guidance on being affected by a crisis abroad

Follow advice from local authorities