Travel advice to Jordan relaxed after security review

The Foreign Office has amended travel advice to Jordan following a review of the security situation in the country.

A new travel advisory has removed an edict against all but essential travel to Aqaba international airport and seaport.

The original advice was issued by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) last month due to escalating attacks between the US and Iran.

Three Iranian missiles were reportedly shot down by Jordan’s military and a fourth fell in a remote area, the country’s state news agency reported. It followed a US warning that the Red Sea port of Aqaba could be targeted.

The FCDO continues to describe the situation in the Middle East as remaining “unpredictable” with strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran in a number of locations across the region, including Jordan, against US military and civilian infrastructure.

“There is a risk of more attacks and unforeseen escalation in the region. Before the [June 17] ceasefire, the Iranian regime had stated its intention to target locations associated with the US and Israel, including organisations, businesses, facilities, and institutions. 

“British nationals currently in the Middle East should be prepared for possible flight cancellations, periodic airspace closures and potential travel disruptions.”

The revised travel advice also warns against travel within 3km of the Jordan-Syria border.