The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) is urging all UK Passport Holders / British in Israel or the Occupied Palestinian Territories to register their presence with the UK government as airspace closures and regional hostilities with Iran continue to escalate.
The UK plans to charter flights from Tel Aviv when Israeli airspace opens.
Get your passport and email address ready
Click the link below to register now.
gov.uk/tell-the-uk-government-youre-in-israel-or-the-occupied-palestinian-territories
This registration service is also essential for receiving real-time updates and support.
This alert applies to UK passport holders in:
- Israel
- Gaza Strip
- West Bank
- East Jerusalem
Once registered, you will be sent important travel updates, evacuation instructions (if applicable), and contact from consular staff should further assistance be needed.
🔒 You’ll need:
• A valid UK passport
• An accessible email address☎️ If you cannot access the form: call the FCDO on +44 20 7008 5000, or for the British Embassy in Tel Aviv, Israel call +972 (0)3 725 1222)
Situation on the Ground
Israeli airspace remains officially closed following a sharp escalation in military action between Israel and Iran, including direct strikes on nuclear and military sites. Commercial flights have been suspended, and most land crossings are congested or unsafe. The UK government has stated it will coordinate charter flights from Tel Aviv when it becomes feasible.
Foreign Secretary David Lammy, speaking from Geneva where he is engaged in nuclear de-escalation talks with Iranian counterparts, confirmed that the UK is “working closely with Israeli authorities” to arrange safe passage out for British citizens.
Urgent Advice for British in Israel and Palestine
If you are in Israel or the Occupied Territories:
- Register immediately: Use the online form to notify the FCDO of your location. This is crucial even if you are not currently seeking to leave.
- Monitor official travel advice: Stay updated through the FCDO’s travel guidance for Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories.
- Keep documents on hand: Ensure your UK passport is valid and easily accessible.
- Plan for short-notice travel: Charter flights, when available, may be announced with limited notice. Stay within reach of Tel Aviv unless advised otherwise.
- Avoid border crossings unless instructed: Some land exits into Jordan or Egypt may be viable, but are often unstable or at risk.
This is a fast-moving and volatile situation.
The FCDO has reiterated that British nationals will be supported, but cooperation and prompt registration are critical.
If you are in the affected area, do not delay.
This article will be updated as the situation develops and evacuation logistics are confirmed.