Travel Advisory

Live travel advisory information sourced from official government authorities & TGuard 24/7

Travel advisories provide official guidance on safety and security conditions in countries around the world. Issued by government authorities, they assess risks such as crime, civil unrest, health concerns, and natural disasters to help travellers make informed decisions before and during international travel. Advisory levels are updated regularly as conditions change and should always be checked alongside real-time travel alerts. Use the interactive map below to view current advisory levels for every destination worldwide.

 

Use the interactive Global Travel Advisory map above to explore current travel advisories for every country. Hover over any country to see its current advisory level and travel safety information. Click the zoom controls to focus on specific regions. For real-time alerts and sudden incidents, travellers should also monitor Travel Smart app notifications.

 

Current Travel Warnings & Alerts

Travel Advisories vs Travel Alerts — what’s the difference?

Travel Advisories are ongoing assessments of safety conditions in a country. They’re updated regularly and reflect factors such as crime, health risks, political stability, and security to help travellers assess risk when planning or undertaking international travel.

Travel Alerts are urgent notifications about sudden or escalating events—such as natural disasters, civil unrest, terrorist incidents, or disease outbreaks—that pose immediate risks and may require changes to travel plans.

Think of advisories as a weather forecast, and alerts as severe weather warnings.

 

Latest Travel Alerts

The following travel alerts highlight sudden or escalating incidents that may pose immediate risks to travellers. These alerts are updated in near real time and may require changes to travel plans or immediate action.

Travel Alert for
🇪🇸 Spain, Tenerife

🟢 Normal Caution

🚨 Travel Alert — Heightened Crime

Authorities report increased pickpocketing, muggings, and robberies in popular tourist areas across Tenerife. While Spain’s overall travel advisory remains at Normal Caution, travellers should exercise increased vigilance in crowded and high-traffic locations, signs have been installed by authorities to warn of the dangers.

Travel Alert for
United Kingdom & France

🔴 Red Warning – Danger to Life

🌪️ Travel Alert — Extreme Weather (Storm Goretti)

Authorities have issued a rare Red weather warning as Storm Goretti impacts parts of the United Kingdom and northern France. Life-threatening conditions are expected, including extreme winds, heavy snowfall, coastal flooding, and widespread transport disruption. Travel to affected red-warning areas should be avoided.

 

Travel Advisories

 

How Travel Advisories Are Used
Travel advisories are official safety assessments issued by government authorities and are commonly used by travellers, organisations, and governments to assess travel risk before and during international travel.
Advisory Levels Explained

Travel advisories typically use a four-tier system to indicate risk levels:

Level 1 – Normal Caution (Green) Exercise normal safety precautions as you would in any unfamiliar destination. Most countries fall into this category, including popular destinations like Australia, Japan, and much of Europe.

Level 2 – Exercise Caution (Yellow) Be aware of heightened risks due to factors such as civil unrest, crime, terrorism, or health concerns. Take extra precautions and stay informed about local conditions. This includes destinations like France, Mexico, and Indonesia.

Level 3 – Reconsider Travel (Orange) Avoid travel due to serious safety and security concerns. If you must travel, be prepared for significant risks and have contingency plans. Countries like Pakistan, Bangladesh, and parts of Ethiopia fall into this category.

Level 4 – Do Not Travel (Red) Do not travel to these destinations due to life-threatening risks. This includes areas affected by armed conflict, terrorism, civil war, or extreme lawlessness such as Afghanistan, Syria, and Libya.

How Government Authorities Issue Travel Advisories

Travel advisories are developed through comprehensive risk assessments that consider:

  • Security threats including terrorism, crime, and kidnapping
  • Political stability and civil unrest
  • Health risks such as disease outbreaks or inadequate medical facilities
  • Natural disasters and environmental hazards
  • Entry and exit requirements including visa restrictions
  • Local laws and customs that may affect foreign travellers

Government agencies continuously monitor global conditions through diplomatic missions, intelligence networks, and collaboration with international partners. Advisories are updated whenever significant changes occur in a country’s risk profile.

What Travellers Should Do

Before any international trip, travellers should:

Check official advisories for your destination and any transit countries
Register your travel with your government’s travel registration service
Review entry requirements including visas, vaccinations, and customs regulations
Arrange comprehensive travel insurance that covers medical emergencies and evacuation
Prepare contingency plans for emergencies including contact information for your embassy
Stay informed by monitoring local news and following official social media channels during your trip

 

Important Disclaimer: Travel Smart aggregates official travel advisory information from government sources including Smart Traveller (Australian Government), TGuard 24/7, and the US State Department. This information is provided for general guidance only. Travellers should always review official government advice directly before departure and throughout their journey, as conditions can change rapidly.

Travel advisories are recommendations, not prohibitions. Ultimately, the decision to travel rests with each individual, taking into account their personal circumstances, risk tolerance, and the specific purpose of their trip.