Foreign Office issues travel warning for Egypt as 'insurance could be invalidated'

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People heading to Egypt have been warned against all travel to certain parts of the country - or risk invalidating their insurance.On their website, the Foreign Office has said that there are "areas where FCDO advises against travel".Crucially for those planning to board a plane, this means your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against FCDO (Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office) advice.

They stress: "Consular support is also severely limited where FCDO advises against travel."You can see the map in full here.FCDO advises against all travel to within 20km of the Egypt-Libya border, except for the town of El Salloum, where they advise against all but essential travel.FCDO advises against all travel to the Governorate of North Sinai.FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the northern part of the Governorate of South Sinai, beyond the St Catherine-Nuweibaa road, except for the coastal areas along the west and east of the peninsula.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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