Foreign Office changes Turkey travel advice for UK tourists who have holidays planned

The Foreign Office is handing people travelling to Turkey a major boost by LIFTING a travel warning for those heading away.

The Foreign Office has CHANGED its travel advice to Turkey with UK tourists who have trips planned warned. The Foreign Office is handing people travelling to Turkey a major boost by LIFTING a travel warning for those heading away.

FCDO no longer advises against all but essential travel to Sirnak city and Hakkari province, but continues to advise against all travel to within 10km of the border with Syria The FCDO advises against all travel to within 10km of the border with Syria due to fighting and a heightened risk of terrorism.

Those considering visiting this area were warned that your "travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the FCDO". The FCDO said: "FCDO advises against all travel within 10km of the Turkey-Syria border.

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"Fighting in Syria continues in areas close to the Turkish border and there is a heightened risk of terrorism in the region." It added: "Due to the ongoing conflict in Syria, roads in Hatay Province leading towards the border may be closed at short notice."

Holidaymakers were advised to consult the FCDO's information on terrorism in Turkey. The FCDO said: "In Hakkari province you must get permission from the local Governor’s Office to visit areas near the border with Iraq and Iran.

"If visiting with a travel agent or tour group, confirm with them whether you need an individual permit. Keep up to date with local media and follow the advice of the local authorities." It continued: "Mount Ararat, in Ağrı Province, is a special military zone. You must have permission from the Doğubayazıt government office and pay a fee. If visiting with a travel agent or tour group, confirm with them whether you need an individual permit.

"Take extra care if you’re travelling to this area. Keep up to date with local media and follow the advice of the local authorities."