Japan Earthquake - Information for UK travellers

Following the devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan on 11 March, and the continuing risk of aftershocks and further tsunamis, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) are advising against all non-essential travel to Tokyo and the North East of Japan.

If you have a trip to Japan planned you should contact your tour operator or travel agent for information. Please be aware that if you travel against FCO advice you will not be covered by your travel insurance.Check the FCO website for latest updates or follow @britishabroad on Twitter

Helping British Nationals in Japan

The FCO are working hard to ascertain the whereabouts and safety of British Nationals in Japan. British nationals who are currently in Japan should contact the Foreign Office if they need assistance, or to report that they are safe. Friends and family in the UK can call the FCO helpline for information. They should also contact the FCO to let them know if they know their loved ones to be safe.

The FCO are urging British Nationals to observe any advice they are being given by the Japanese authorities on the ground, including the 20km exclusion zone around the Fukushima nuclear plant.

Getting the latest information

FCO helpline in the UK 020 7008 0000

Email address: japan.earthquake@fco.gov.uk

@britishabroad on Twitter

FCO travel advice

Continued risk of aftershocks

There continues to be a risk of aftershocks and tsunamis throughout the Asia Pacific region. The nature of the disaster means that the threat of a tsunami is changing regularly.

The FCO are advising people in the region are to check the regular threat updates on the following websites:

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre

How can you help - make a donation

The British Red Cross have started an appeal to raise money to help with the crisis in Japan. If you would like to donate please visit their website.

Make a donation to the Japan Tsunami Appeal

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