Iran's Civil Aviation Authority ordered domestic airlines to immediately suspend ticket sales for flights to Iraq on September 25, 2026. The directive follows flight restrictions imposed by Iraqi aviation authorities and a broader suspension of Iranian carriers by the UAE. Airlines must issue full refunds and arrange flights to border airfields for land crossings.
The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority announced an immediate suspension of all passenger and cargo flights operated by Iranian carriers on September 24, 2026. The move follows newly implemented U.S. sanctions targeting third-party companies that service Iranian aircraft. The suspension has disrupted major transit routes connecting Asia, Europe, and the Arabian Peninsula.
Updated information for LGBT+ travellers ('Safety and security' page).
This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with changes made throughout, including terrorism in Syria, security situation, journalists in Syria and crime ('Safety and security' page).
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