General travel information
Travelling abroad requires careful preparation. The FDFA provides information on possible risks as well as tips on how to prepare for your trip and while travelling.
The country-by-country travel advice provides safety and security assessments with a particular focus on politics and crime.
In addition, the general travel information contains recommendations that should be taken into account on any trip abroad. These are part of the individual country information and provide tips on how best to prepare. They also list the contact points where further information can be obtained – for example on health protection measures or entry regulations.
It is also important to exercise caution while travelling and to respect local laws and customs.
Travellers are thus able to make their own informed decision on preparing for and going on a trip.
General travel information
Travel advice in brief
Overview of the scope, content and updating of the travel advice.
Tips before and during the trip
Helpful information and recommendations on preparing, planning and taking a trip abroad.
Travel documents, visa and entry
Information about the required documents and entry requirements for the destination.
FAQs
At your fingertips: clear answers to the most frequently asked questions about travelling.
Consular assistance: emergencies abroad
Information on support services for emergencies abroad.
Terrorism and kidnappings
General information on the threat of terrorist activities and general recommendations.
What to do in the event of an earthquake abroad?
Information on earthquake risks and recommended behaviour during an earthquake.
Protective measures in the event of incidents with increased radioactivity abroad
Raising awareness of radiological risks and appropriate protective measures.
Travel links
Selection of reliable external sources for travel planning and advice on security-related matters.
Focus: Maritime risks and piracy
Assessments of maritime threats and piracy.
Focus: Risk of kidnapping in the Sahara and Sahel region
Threat level in the region.
Contact Helpline FDFA
365 days a year – around the clock
The Helpline FDFA deals as central contact point with matters relating to consular services.
