The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a strong travel advice, urging citizens to avoid trips to Iran, Iraq, Lebanon and Syria due to the worsening of the security situation in the region.
In an official statement published on Thursday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the notice aimed to guarantee the safety of Pakistani citizens, advising them to postpone all non -essential trips to the four countries to the notice.
“The Pakistani citizens are currently advised to reside in these countries that have extreme caution, remain vigilant and minimize the non -essential movement,” the ministry said.
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Travel notice for Pakistani citizens with respect to Iran, Iraq, Lebanon and Syria
For their security, the Pakistani citizens are advised to avoid all trips to the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Republic of Iraq, the Republic of Lebanon and …
– Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeforeignEffick) June 19, 2025
The notice follows the increase in regional tensions and security threats, although no specific incident was cited. However, the Ministry denied the reports that circulate on social networks that suggest a closure of the border between Pakistan and Iran.
Pakistani citizens were also urged to remain in regular contact with Pakistan’s diplomatic missions to obtain timely updates and assistance.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs provided emergency contact numbers for embassies and consulates in the 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; Email: [email protected]
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Beirut, Lebanon: +961 81669488 / +961 81815104; Email: [email protected]
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Damascus, Syria: +963983538186: fixed +963116132696; Email: [email protected]
