Current travel warnings: Where your safety is at risk!

Current travel warnings: Where your safety is at risk!

On May 13, 2025, the Federal Foreign Office published current information about the security situation in various countries for travelers and German citizens abroad. The travel warnings are issued based on risk assessments and contain important information for the safety of travelers.

Current travel warnings include: Afghanistan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Haiti, Iran, Iraq, Libya, Mali, Myanmar, Somalia, Sudan and the Central African Republic. These countries are found to be at high risk due to conflict and unstable political situations.

Partial travel warnings and security situation

In addition to the travel warnings, there are numerous partial travel warnings for countries such as Egypt, Algeria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Ethiopia, India, Israel, Cameroon, Colombia, Pakistan, the Philippines and many more. These warnings indicate that there are safety risks in certain regions of these countries that travelers should be aware of before traveling.

The Federal Foreign Office emphasizes that a distinction is made between travel warnings and safety instructions. While travel warnings address specific dangers to life and limb and strongly advise against traveling to the country you are traveling to, safety information refers to general risks and travel restrictions. Travelers are encouraged to monitor current news and contact local embassies or consulates for security issues.

Terror threat and security awareness

There is also an increased risk of terrorist attacks and kidnappings worldwide. Terrorist organizations such as Al Qaeda and the Islamic State have announced plans to carry out attacks, particularly following recent events in the Middle East. Travelers should be aware of the potential dangers and adapt their behavior accordingly.

Possible attack targets include symbolic places, transport infrastructure and large gatherings of people. The level of threat varies from country to country and is higher in regions with repeated attacks. The Federal Foreign Office recommends that you keep yourself informed about the security situation in the country you are traveling to before and during your trip and immediately report any suspicious activity to the local security authorities.

In the event of a crisis, Germans living abroad may be asked to leave the country. The Federal Foreign Office can be reached by telephone 24 hours a day to provide support.

For more detailed information on specific advice and recommendations, the Federal Foreign Office refers to its official websites, where regularly updated travel and safety advice can be found. Important contact information is also stored there to ensure the safety of travelers.

For further details on travel advice and the current security situation, please visit the website Travel reporter and Foreign Office.