The regional security situation in the Middle East could continue to deteriorate. Protests may happen. There may be increased risks to Israeli interests in the region. There may also be airspace closures and travel disruptions. Be alert to personal safety risks, including terrorism.
Register with DFAT
Registrations have opened for Australian citizens and permanent residents in:
To register, go to crisis.dfat.gov.au.
If registered, we will contact you directly with important updates. Keep your registration details up to date so we can contact you.
Read and subscribe to our travel advice for Middle Eastern countries.
Urgent consular help
Our embassies in Israel & the Occupied Palestinian Territories and Iran remain closed. Other embassies in the Middle East region are operating as usual. Check Smartraveller for opening hours.
If you need urgent consular help, call the 24/7 Consular Emergency Centre on:
- +61 2 6261 3305 from overseas
- 1300 555 135 in Australia