The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a strong travel advice and urged citizens to avoid traveling to Iran, Iraq, Lebanon and Syria due to the deteriorating security situation in the region.
In an official statement released on Thursday, the Foreign Office said the advisory was aimed at ensuring the security and security of Pakistani citizens and advising them to postpone all non-essential trips to the four countries so far.
“Pakistani citizens who are currently residing in these countries are advised to exhibit extreme caution, remain vigilant and minimize non-significant movement,” the ministry said.
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Travel advice for Pakistani nationals regarding Iran, Iraq, Lebanon and Syria
For their security and security, Pakistani citizens are strongly recommended to avoid all traveling to the Islamic Republic of Iran, Republic Iraq, Republic Lebanon and …
– Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficepk) June 19, 2025
The advisory consequence of increased regional tensions and security threats, although no specific incident was cited. However, the ministry denied reports circulating on social media, suggesting a closure of the border between Pakistan-Iran.
Pakistani citizens were also encouraged to remain in regular contact with Pakistan’s diplomatic missions for timely updates and help.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs provided emergency contact numbers for embassies and consulates in affected regions, including:
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Tehran, Iran: +98-21-66-9413-88 to 91 (landline); +98-21-66-9448-88/90 (landline); +98 9100 607 658 (mobile)
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Zahidan, Iran: +98 54 33 22 3389 (Landline) +98 99129 45346 (Mobile)
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Mashhad, Iran: +98 910 762 5302
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Baghdad, Iraq: ++ 964 (0) 7839800899 / +964 (0) 7834950183 / +964 (0) 7834950311; E -mail: [email protected]
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Beirut, Lebanon: +961 81669488 / +961 81815104; E -mail: [email protected]
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Damascus, Syria: +963983538186: Landline +963116132696; E -mail: [email protected]
