UK Foreign Office Issues Updated Travel Warnings for Kyrgyzstan, Peru, Bolivia, and Niger

The UK Foreign Office has issued updated travel advice for four countries—Kyrgyzstan, Peru, Bolivia, and Niger—providing critical information to ensure the safety of UK tourists and holidaymakers.

In Niger, Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey has reopened following recent unrest involving heavy gunfire on 18 June. Travelers should expect increased security checkpoints and potential travel disruptions on the main road between Niamey’s city center and the airport. Additionally, the UK Foreign Office reminds travelers that same-sex relationships are illegal in Niger, carrying severe penalties such as prison sentences of 5 to 10 years and fines. These laws also extend to individuals involved in same-sex marriages. Such relationships remain broadly unaccepted in Nigerien society.

Bolivia’s update highlights a rise in violent crime, particularly robberies targeting taxi passengers in key cities including Santa Cruz, La Paz, and Rurrenabaque. Travelers are advised to stay vigilant and exercise caution when using taxi services.

For Kyrgyzstan, the Foreign Office warns of potential risks near the Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan border due to unexploded ordnance. Although no clashes have occurred since a 2025 border agreement, a history of conflict means the security situation could change rapidly. Travelers should be cautious, monitor local conditions, and follow the guidance of local authorities, especially when near the Batken region.

Regarding Peru, the UK Foreign Office informs that the Peru-Colombia river border crossing will be temporarily closed from 6pm on 20 June 2026 until 6am on 22 June 2026 due to Colombia’s presidential elections. Travelers planning to use this crossing should verify local travel arrangements beforehand to avoid disruptions.

These updates aim to keep British travelers informed and prepared for any changes affecting their journeys.