Friday, February 27, 2026

What countries are advising their citizens in Israel and/or Iraq to leave those places ASAP?


As of February 27, 2026, several countries have issued urgent advisories for their citizens to leave  and/or  due to escalating regional tensions and the risk of a broader military confrontation.
While most "leave immediately" warnings currently target  and  remains under a long-standing "Do Not Travel" advisory from major powers due to persistent security risks.
Countries Advising Citizens to Leave Israel
The following nations have issued departure advisories for  as of late February 2026:
: On February 27, the State Department authorized the departure of non-emergency government personnel and their families. U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee urged those wishing to leave to do so "TODAY" while commercial flights remain available.
: Has directed the departure of all dependents of Australian officials and continues to advise general citizens to consider leaving while commercial options remain.
: Has asked embassy personnel to leave and advised its citizens to be highly vigilant or evacuate.
, and : Have advised their citizens to leave certain locations in the Middle East, including parts of .
: Advised against all but essential travel to , noting the situation could escalate quickly.
Countries Advising Citizens to Leave Iraq
Most major nations maintain a permanent Level 4: Do Not Travel or Avoid All Travel advisory for .
: Advises citizens not to travel to  for any reason due to terrorism, kidnapping, and armed conflict.
: Recommends avoiding all travel to  as of February 19, 2026, due to the unpredictable security situation.
Countries Advising Citizens to Leave Iran
The most widespread "leave immediately" orders are currently directed at , with over 15 countries issuing such warnings by February 27, 2026:

  • Immediate Departure Orders: , , , , , and  have all told citizens to leave  "immediately" or "as soon as possible".
  • Commercial Departure Advice: , , and  have urged their nationals to exit via any available commercial transport.
  • Personnel Withdrawals: The  has already withdrawn embassy staff from , and the 
    U.S.
     has issued a "Leave Iran Now" warning, suggesting land routes through  or  if necessary
    .

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