Due to the civil unrest in a number of North African countries, the Foreign &Commonwealth Office has offered the following advice:
Morocco
Whilst there are currently no travel restrictions in place, travellers to the country should follow news reports and be alert to developments in North Africa that might trigger public disturbances.
Travellers should take precautions for their personal safety and avoid public gatherings and demonstrations. Any increase in regional tension may affect Travel Advice.
Libya
All but essential travel to Libya is not recommended. Those without a pressing need to remain in the country, should leave by commercial means if it is safe to do so.
The Libyan authorities may restrict access to the more remote parts of the country (e.g. desert areas and remote towns) at short notice.
Major demonstrations are continuing in Tripoli and across Libya, including in Benghazi, Derna and Al Bayda in the East of Libya and Misurata and Zawiya in Western Libya. Security forces have been deployed and there are reports of clashes and the use of violence , including water cannon, live ammunition and tear gas, to disperse crowds.
Foreign Nationals should avoid political gatherings and demonstrations and respect any advice or instruction from the local security authorities.
The British Embassy in Tripoli has received reports of increased crime levels in Libya during the recent unrest. British Nationals in Libya should ensure that their homes and possessions are secured and avoid non-essential travel, especially after dark.
There have been reports of attacks on company compounds in areas close to towns and cities. Companies with staff working in these compounds should make an evaluation of the security measures that they have in place and their level of supplies. If adequate security remains in place, workers may be safer remaining on site. If not, companies should consider leaving their compound and making preparations to move their staff out of Libya, if it is safe to do so.
Egypt
The FCO continue to advise against all but essential travel to Cairo (includes all four governorates of Cairo, Giza, Helwan, Alexandria and Suez.
This advice does not affect transits through Cairo airport for onward travel to other destinations. There are widespread strikes in Cairo and other towns and cities across Egypt. British nationals should observe instructions and advice by local security authorities and avoid public gatherings and disturbances.
According to latest information, Luxor & the Red Sea Resorts, including Sharm el Sheikh, are calm. However, the situation across Egypt is unpredictable and may change quickly.
There is a nationwide curfew in place from 00:00 to 06:00 local time. You must respect the curfew and listen for announcements about any changes to the curfew requirements. The curfew is not being enforced in the Red Sea Resort area or in Luxor.
for the latest information . . . . .
1. Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) click to link to their website
2. US State Department (USD) click to link to their website
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Morocco
Whilst there are currently no travel restrictions in place, travellers to the country should follow news reports and be alert to developments in North Africa that might trigger public disturbances.
Travellers should take precautions for their personal safety and avoid public gatherings and demonstrations. Any increase in regional tension may affect Travel Advice.
Libya
All but essential travel to Libya is not recommended. Those without a pressing need to remain in the country, should leave by commercial means if it is safe to do so.
The Libyan authorities may restrict access to the more remote parts of the country (e.g. desert areas and remote towns) at short notice.
Major demonstrations are continuing in Tripoli and across Libya, including in Benghazi, Derna and Al Bayda in the East of Libya and Misurata and Zawiya in Western Libya. Security forces have been deployed and there are reports of clashes and the use of violence , including water cannon, live ammunition and tear gas, to disperse crowds.
Foreign Nationals should avoid political gatherings and demonstrations and respect any advice or instruction from the local security authorities.
The British Embassy in Tripoli has received reports of increased crime levels in Libya during the recent unrest. British Nationals in Libya should ensure that their homes and possessions are secured and avoid non-essential travel, especially after dark.
There have been reports of attacks on company compounds in areas close to towns and cities. Companies with staff working in these compounds should make an evaluation of the security measures that they have in place and their level of supplies. If adequate security remains in place, workers may be safer remaining on site. If not, companies should consider leaving their compound and making preparations to move their staff out of Libya, if it is safe to do so.
Egypt
The FCO continue to advise against all but essential travel to Cairo (includes all four governorates of Cairo, Giza, Helwan, Alexandria and Suez.
This advice does not affect transits through Cairo airport for onward travel to other destinations. There are widespread strikes in Cairo and other towns and cities across Egypt. British nationals should observe instructions and advice by local security authorities and avoid public gatherings and disturbances.
According to latest information, Luxor & the Red Sea Resorts, including Sharm el Sheikh, are calm. However, the situation across Egypt is unpredictable and may change quickly.
There is a nationwide curfew in place from 00:00 to 06:00 local time. You must respect the curfew and listen for announcements about any changes to the curfew requirements. The curfew is not being enforced in the Red Sea Resort area or in Luxor.
for the latest information . . . . .
1. Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) click to link to their website
2. US State Department (USD) click to link to their website
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