Attacks around the Persian Gulf

On 28 February 2026, Israel and the United States launched attacks on Iran. Iran has responded with strikes against Israel and other countries in the region. The situation in the countries surrounding the Persian Gulf remains highly unpredictable, and Swedish citizens in the area are advised to follow information provided by the Swedish embassy.
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Swedish citizens in the countries listed below are urged to register on the Swedish list (”Svensklistan”), download the UD Resklar app (Swedish only), enable push notifications, and stay in contact with their family members.

Iran

Because of the current security situation, the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs (Ûtrikesdepartementet) urges all Swedish citizens to leave Iran.

This decision to amend the travel advisory was made on 12 January 2026. The Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs has advised against all travel to Iran since 23 June 2022.

Swedish citizens currently in Iran are strongly advised to exercise maximum caution, avoid unnecessary movement on roads, and steer clear of areas that could become potential targets of attack.

The airspace over Iran is closed, and all civilian flights to and from the country are currently suspended. Disruptions are affecting telephony and internet services, and queues are reported on some roads.

Swedes in distress should contact the MFA Consular Emergency Service at +46 (0)8 405 50 05. 

Israel

As of 1 March 2026, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs advises against all travel to Israel. This advisory remains in force until further notice.

Israel’s Home Front Command has issued a nationwide red alert and urges everyone to identify nearby shelters.

Israeli airspace may be closed, which could affect commercial flights. Swedish citizens with planned travel are advised to ensure their airline has up-to-date contact details and to monitor the airline’s website for continuous updates. The Embassy refers all questions regarding cancellations or rebookings directly to the respective airlines.

Palestine and Gaza

As of 1 March 2026, the Swedish Ministry of foreign affairs advises against all travel to Palestine. This advisory remains in force until further notice.

United Arab Emirates

As of 28 February 2026, the Swedish Ministry of foreign affairs advises against all non-essential travel to the UAE.

This advisory does not apply to transit through Dubai International Airport, Zayed International Airport, Al Maktoum International Airport, or Sharjah International Airport.

Iranian airstrikes have caused explosions in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Swedes already in the country are urged to remain indoors and follow developments through the media and local authorities. 

Bahrain

As of 28 February 2026, the Swedish Ministry of foreign affairs advises against all non-essential travel to Bahrain.

Iranian airstrikes have caused explosions in the country. Swedes already in Bahrain are urged to remain indoors and follow developments via the media and local authorities.

Kuwait

As of 28 February 2026, the Swedish Ministry of foreign affairs advises against all non-essential travel to Kuwait.

Iranian airstrikes have caused explosions in the country. Swedes already on site are urged to remain indoors and follow information from local authorities and media.

Qatar

As of 28 February 2026, the Swedish Ministry of foreign affairs advises against all non-essential travel to Qatar.

This advisory does not apply to transit through Hamad International Airport.

Explosions have been reported in Doha. Swedes already in Qatar are urged to stay indoors and follow developments via the media and local authorities.

 

This information was provided by the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs (Ûtrikesdepartementet).