The conflict in the Middle East

Israel and Iran have launched air strikes against each other and the countries' airspace and airports are closed. Here we have compiled the Ministry for Foreign Affairs' advice to Swedish citizens in the area.
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Iran

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises against all travel to Iran.

Swedish citizens in Iran should exercise extreme caution and avoid staying in the vicinity of places that may be of political, military or military-industrial significance. Minimise outdoor activities.

The Swedish Embassy in Tehran is closed to visitors until Saturday 28 June.

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

Iran's airspace is closed, as is Tehran's international airport. However, according to the Iranian authorities, all border crossings are open and there are no restrictions on travel within the country or on leaving the country. To leave Iran, you need a valid passport and, in some cases, a visa to enter a neighbouring country. The embassy recommends that Swedish citizens leave Iran via Turkey or Armenia, as these countries do not require visas for Swedish citizens.

More 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 Israel.

Israel's civil defence urges the public to only carry out essential activities and to stay close to shelters. Schools and workplaces are urged to remain closed.

Swedish citizens in Israel are urged to stay up to date through the country's civil defence authority, local authorities' instructions, the embassy's travel information and local media.

If you wish to leave Israel

It is possible to leave Israel via the land borders with Jordan and Egypt. The border crossings are open according to their regular schedules. Some ports are open for departing boat and ferry traffic. More 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 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). 

Iraq 
Lebanon
Syria
Saudi Arabia
Yemen