Ecuador

A national state of emergency is in place. Avoid demonstrations and protests that may occur due to the current political situation. The Cotopaxi volcano is showing signs of increased activity. Monitor local media and follow the Ecuadorian Government’s official advice. See ‘Safety’.

We advise:

Exercise a high degree of caution in Ecuador overall due to high levels of crime.

Higher levels apply in some areas.

Niue

We continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions in Niue. You don't need a visa for a tourist visit of up to 30 days. Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice (see 'Travel'). We advise: Exercise normal safety precautions in Niue. 

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Botswana

We continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions. You don't need a visa to enter Botswana if you're a tourist visiting for up to 90 days. If you're travelling with children, you may need extra documents (see 'Travel'). We advise: Exercise normal safety...

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Palestine

We advise do not travel to Gaza and the West Bank (excluding Jerusalem) due to the volatile security situation, ongoing military activity, armed conflict, civil unrest and terrorism. We advise reconsider your need to travel to Jerusalem. Israeli military and...

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