US travel advisory — Libya - Level 4: Do Not Travel

A Level 4 extreme travel advisory is in effect for Libya as of June 15, 2026. Multiple governments advise against all travel to the country, with limited exceptions for specific cities including Tripoli, Benghazi, Al-Bayda, and Derna, plus the Jebel Akhdar region. The advisory applies across the country within an affected radius of approximately 600 kilometers.

If you are currently in Libya, you are in a location subject to an extreme-level advisory. This designation reflects serious security concerns that affect travel safety nationwide. You should review your presence in the country and consider your options carefully.

Follow the official guidance from your government's foreign affairs ministry and local authorities. If you are in one of the excepted areas, maintain heightened awareness of your surroundings and stay informed of any developments. Contact your embassy or consulate for current assistance and evacuation information if needed.

This alert is based on advisories from the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Canadian Global Affairs, German Federal Foreign Office, UK Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office, and US State Department.