MFA issues travel guidance amid Middle East tensions
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a series of travel advisories for Greek citizens in light of escalating tensions and airspace closures in the Middle East, with particular emphasis on Jordan, Israel, Iran, and the Palestinian territories.
Amid the recent closure of Jordanian airspace, the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) is advising all Greek citizens currently in Jordan to remain in contact with their airline, monitor official updates, and strictly follow the instructions of local authorities.
Greek nationals in Jordan may reach the Embassy of Greece in Amman for assistance via phone at +962 795693000 or email at gremb.amn@mfa.gr.
The MFA also reaffirmed its advisory from October 15, 2023, against non-essential travel to Lebanon, which remains in effect due to regional instability.
Greece Issues Guidance for Citizens in Israel, Iran, and Palestinian Territories
Following fast-evolving developments in the broader Middle East, the Greek Foreign Ministry has activated its Crisis Management Unit and issued specific safety instructions for nationals in Israel, Iran, Jerusalem, and the West Bank.
In Israel, Greek citizens are advised to stay in safe areas near shelters and comply with the directives of Israeli authorities. With Israel’s airspace currently closed and no flights operating through Ben Gurion Airport, travelers should remain informed through official sources.
The Greek Embassy in Tel Aviv has released relevant announcements, and citizens are encouraged to follow the embassy’s updates on the social media platform X: GreeceInTelAviv. For urgent assistance, the Ministry's Crisis Management Unit is available at +30 210 3681350 and +30 210 3681730.
In Iran, the MFA urges extreme caution, advising Greek citizens to avoid non-essential travel and adhere strictly to local guidelines. Assistance is available through the Greek Embassy in Tehran at +98 910 272 6477 or via email at gremb.teh@mfa.gr.
For those in Jerusalem and the West Bank, Greek nationals are advised to remain in secure locations, avoid unnecessary movement, and stay updated through local authorities. The Consulate General of Greece in Jerusalem can be reached at +972 523032253 or grgencon.jer@mfa.gr, with further updates available via their official X account: greecejerusalem.
