Is Gujranwala safe to visit right now? (November 2026)

Travel advisories for Pakistan

What the advice says

• The US State Department advisory for Pakistan is Level 3 - Reconsider Travel, dated June 16, 2026; this is a country-level advisory, not specific to Gujranwala.
• The UK FCDO notes a high threat of terrorism and sectarian violence throughout Pakistan, with attacks having occurred in major cities including Karachi, Islamabad, and Lahore, and warns that attacks can be indiscriminate and target places such as hotels, restaurants, shopping areas, and transport hubs.
• The FCDO advises against using the railway network due to the risk of terrorist attacks and recommends avoiding political demonstrations, processions, and large public gatherings, as these can turn violent with little warning.
• There is a stated threat of kidnap throughout Pakistan, particularly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan provinces; the FCDO notes that British nationals, including tourists and business travelers, are seen as legitimate targets.
• The FCDO highlights street crime as a risk in crowded areas, along with credit card fraud and an active black market in forged and stolen passports, so travelers should safeguard belongings and remain alert to scams.
• Solo travelers should keep a low profile, vary routes and timings for regular journeys, limit movement on Friday afternoons, and be ready to adjust plans as situations change.
• The FCDO advises caution when moving around urban areas on foot after dark, and recommends monitoring local news since mobile data and internet access may be cut during unrest, and major roads may be closed without warning.