Again Latest updateStill current at:03 April 2024Updated:21 March 2024Latest update:We've reviewed our advice for Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories and continue to advise reconsider your need to travel due to the volatile security situation, including the threat of terrorism, armed conflict and civil unrest. We continue to advise do not travel to Gaza, border areas with Gaza, border areas with Lebanon closed by Israeli authorities and the West Bank (excluding East Jerusalem), due to the volatile security situation.The situation can change rapidly. Australians who want to leave are strongly encouraged to take the first available option. Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion International Airport remains open and commercial flights are available. Airports may pause operations due to heightened security concerns. This may cause flight delays or cancellations.Monitor local media and public safety information updates through the National Emergency Portal (accessible in Israel only).If you're an Australian citizen or permanent resident in Israel or the Occupied Palestinian Territories, you can register with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade's crisis registration portal.See the 'Safety' section for details on how to register. Keep your registration details up to date so we can contact you.Land border crossings to Jordan are open but may close at short notice (see 'Travel).We advise:Reconsider your need to travel to Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories overall due to the volatile security situation, including the threat of terrorism, armed conflict and civil unrest. Higher levels apply in some areas.2 Upvote Report Reply
