Travel Advisory For Pakistan

Governments in the USA, UK and European countries issue advisories for travel to Pakistan from time to time. These travel warnings or advisory are basis of decission to travel to Pakistan for many people.

Here you will find the latest travel advisories of USA & UK as these are the basis on which other countirs issue the advisories.

The travel advisories although issue in the best interest of the people of the related countries but can not truely reflect the exact situation in Pakistan. FOr example for some diplomats some places are prohibted by the government of Pakistan but for general public those areas are just fine, but off course the embassies will label those areas as no go areas. Similarly the diplomats see the risk differently as they travel in big convoys and show off as very important, thus attract eyes of people who might create trouble just to be in the news for general tourists this is not the case.

So despite the Travel advisories you are welcome to come to Pakistan, just try to book a tour with a licensed tour operator like Travel & Culture Services so you can remain safe and also enjoy your stay in Pakistan.

Pakistan Travel Advisory by US State Department (Click here to see official website)

Reconsider travel to Pakistan due to terrorism. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

Do not travel to: 

Balochistan province and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province, including the former Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), due to terrorism and kidnapping.
The immediate vicinity of the India-Pakistan border and the Line of Control due to terrorism and the potential for armed conflict.
Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue to plot attacks in Pakistan. Terrorism and ongoing violence by extremist elements have led to indiscriminate attacks on civilian, as well as local military and police, targets. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting transportation hubs, markets, shopping malls, military installations, airports, universities, tourist locations, schools, hospitals, places of worship, and government facilities. Terrorists have targeted U.S. diplomats and diplomatic facilities in the past.

Terrorist attacks continue across Pakistan, with most occurring in Balochistan and KP, including the former FATA. Large-scale terrorist attacks have resulted in numerous casualties.

Pakistan’s security environment remains fluid sometimes changing with little or no notice. There are greater security resources and infrastructure in the major cities, particularly Islamabad, and security forces in these areas may be more readily able to respond to an emergency compared to other areas of the country. While threats still exist, terrorist attacks occur less frequently in major urban areas than other parts of Pakistan.

The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Pakistan due to the security environment. Travel by U.S. government personnel within Pakistan is restricted, and additional restrictions on movements by U.S. government personnel outside of U.S. diplomatic facilities may occur at any time, depending on local circumstances and security conditions, which can change suddenly.

The U.S. Consulate General in Peshawar is unable to provide any consular services to U.S. citizens.

Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Pakistan.

If you decide to travel to Pakistan:      

Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas. 
Remain aware of your surroundings and local events. 
Vary travel routes and timing, especially for routine trips. 
Be cognizant of your surroundings, particularly around public markets, restaurants, government and military institutions, and other locations. 
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. 
Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter. 
Review the Country Security Report for Pakistan. 
U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergencies. Review the Traveler’s Checklist. 
Balochistan Province – Level 4: Do Not Travel 

Do not travel to Balochistan province. Active terrorist groups, including an active separatist movement, have conducted deadly terrorist attacks against civilians, religious minorities, government offices, and security forces.

Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.  

KP Province, including the former FATA – Level 4: Do Not Travel

Do not travel to KP province, which includes the former FATA. Active terrorist and insurgent groups routinely conduct attacks against civilians, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), government offices, and security forces. These groups historically have not discriminated between government officials and civilians. Assassination and kidnapping attempts are common, including the targeting of polio eradication teams and Government of Pakistan security service (police and military) personnel.

Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.  

Vicinity of Line of Control – Level 4: Do Not Travel 

Do not travel to the India-Pakistan border, including the Line of Control. Militant groups are known to operate in the area. India and Pakistan maintain a strong military presence on both sides of the border. The only official Pakistan-India border crossing point for persons who are not citizens of India or Pakistan is in the province of Punjab between Wagah, Pakistan, and Atari, India. Travelers are advised to confirm the status of the border crossing prior to commencing travel. An Indian visa is required to enter India, and no visa services are available at the border.

Pakistan Travel Advisory by UK Governemnt Visit the Official Website

Warnings and insurance

Updated information on illegal entry to Pakistan, returning to the UK and crime in Karachi (‘Entry Requirements’ and ‘Regional risks’ pages).
Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).

Areas where FCDO advises against travel
Pakistan-Afghanistan border
FCDO advises against all travel to within 10 miles of the border between Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province
FCDO advises against all travel to these areas in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province:

Bajaur
Bannu
Buner
Chārsadda
Dera Ismail Khan
Khyber
Kohat
Kurram
Lakki Marwat
Lower Dir
Mohmand
Orakzai
Peshawar, including the city of Peshawar
Swat
Tank
North Waziristan
Upper South Waziristan
Lower South Waziristan
the Karakoram Highway between Mansehra and Chilas via Battagram, Besham City, Dasu and Sazin up to the junction with the N15
the N45 Highway, from the north of the Mardan ring road, to the edge of Chitral City
Balochistan Province
FCDO advises against all travel to Balochistan Province, except the southern coast of Balochistan.

FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the southern coast of Balochistan. That is the:

area south of (and including) the N10 motorway
section of the N25 from the N10/N25 intersection to the Balochistan-Sindh border, including the port city of Gwadar
Pakistan-administered Kashmir
FCDO advises against all travel to within 10 miles of the Line of Control.

Sindh Province
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to all areas of Sindh Province north of and including the city of Nawabshah.

Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel to these regions.

Before you travel
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:

see general advice for women travellers
read our guide on disability and travel abroad
see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
read about safety for solo and independent travel
see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad
Travel insurance
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency. //

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