The Australian government has renewed its warning to citizens regarding the security situation in Libya, classifying the country under Level 4: “Do not travel,” the highest warning tier in the Australian travel advisory system.
The update issued by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) clarified that this classification reflects the presence of “extremely high” risks to life, coupled with a high probability that Australian authorities would be unable to provide any consular assistance to those present inside Libya.
DFAT noted that this maximum level is reserved for situations where the threats of terrorism, kidnapping, and armed violence are at their most extreme, alongside significant challenges hindering consular access and difficulties in rapid departure should conditions deteriorate. Any Australian citizen currently in Libya was urged to leave immediately if it is safe to do so.
Furthermore, the Australian Foreign Ministry specifically cautioned against the danger posed by the border areas shared with Algeria, Niger, Chad, and Sudan. It cited these borders as among the most dangerous regions due to increased risks of kidnapping and the active presence of armed groups and criminal gangs.
DFAT affirmed that travel to Libya exposes individuals to severe risk that could result in death or serious injury, underscoring that the Australian government’s capacity to provide support is “extremely limited” given the prevailing circumstances.
