Travel

09
Jul 2021
7:28 UTC

Libya Tactical: GNU closes all air, land border-crossings with Tunisia from July 9-16; remain cognizant of authorities’ updates

Please be advised:

  • The Government of National Unity (GNU) announced the closure of all air and land border-crossings with Tunisia from July 9 to July 16.
  • The GNU stated that the Libyan Consulate in Tunisia will take care of Libyan citizens stranded in Tunisia until their return can be facilitated. 
  • This decision has been taken due to the severity of the spread of COVID-19 infections in Tunisia, including the emergence of the Delta variant of the virus.

Recommendations:

Those residing or operating in Libya between July 9 and 16 are advised to remain cognizant of the authorities’ updates and allot for disruptions to travel to Tunisia due to the closure of air and land border-crossings between the two countries. 

COUNTRY RISK LEVEL Extreme
AFFECTED AREA Libya-Tunisia border
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL Low
STRENGTH OF SOURCE Confirmed

Please be advised:

  • The Government of National Unity (GNU) announced the closure of all air and land border-crossings with Tunisia from July 9 to July 16.
  • The GNU stated that the Libyan Consulate in Tunisia will take care of Libyan citizens stranded in Tunisia until their return can be facilitated. 
  • This decision has been taken due to the severity of the spread of COVID-19 infections in Tunisia, including the emergence of the Delta variant of the virus.

Recommendations:

Those residing or operating in Libya between July 9 and 16 are advised to remain cognizant of the authorities’ updates and allot for disruptions to travel to Tunisia due to the closure of air and land border-crossings between the two countries. 

COUNTRY RISK LEVEL Extreme
AFFECTED AREA Libya-Tunisia border
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL Low
STRENGTH OF SOURCE Confirmed