The conflict in the Middle East
Iran
The Ministry for Foreign Affairs advises against all travel to Iran.
Swedes in Iran should continue to exercise the utmost caution and avoid travelling near places that may have political, military or military-industrial significance. Follow the travel information on the Embassy's website, international and local news and the advice given by local authorities.
You can call the Foreign Ministry's emergency service on +46 8 405 50 05. Or send an email to: ud-kc-resefragor@gov.se or ambassaden.teheran@gov.se.
If you wish to leave Iran
Changes may occur with short notice and travellers are advised to keep up to date with any new information. Detailed travel information can be found via the link below.
Swedish Embassy in Tehran (In Swedish)
Travel information for Iran (In Swedish)
Israel
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises against all travel to the border areas with the Gaza Strip and Lebanon within a distance of ten kilometres from the respective borders. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs also advises against all travel to the Golan Heights.
Furthermore, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises against non-essential travel to the rest of Israel.
The security situation remains unpredictable and the risk of further escalation in the region cannot be excluded. Swedes in Israel are advised to keep updated through the Israeli Civil Defence, local authorities' instructions, embassy travel information and local media.
If you wish to leave Israel
Changes may occur with short notice and travellers are advised to keep up to date with any new information. Detailed information about border crossings and ports can be found in the embassy's travel information via the link below.
Swedish Embassy in Tel Aviv (In Swedish)
Travel information Israel (In Swedish)
Palestine
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises against all travel to Gaza and the West Bank provinces of Jenin, Tulkarm, Tubas and Qalqilia, as well as to those parts of the province of Nablus located north of the city of Nablus.
Furthermore, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises against non-essential travel to the rest of Palestine.
Swedish citizens in Jerusalem and Palestine are advised to stay up to date through the Israeli Civil Defence website, local authorities, the Consulate General and Embassy in Tel Aviv's travel information and local media.
Swedish Consulate General in Palestine (In Swedish)
Swedish Embassy in Tel Aviv (In Swedish)
Travel information for other countries
The general security situation throughout the Middle East has deteriorated following attacks between Israel and Iran. Conditions for travellers may change rapidly. Follow the Ministry for Foreign Affairs' travel information closely if you are in the area or on your way there (all websites are in Swedish).