Is Multan 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 advisory is country-level, not specific to Multan.
• The UK FCDO advice, last updated October 27, 2026, is also issued at the country level and warns of a high threat of terrorism and sectarian violence throughout Pakistan, with attacks having occurred in major cities including Karachi, Islamabad, and Lahore.
• Terrorist groups active in the country include Tehreek-e Taliban Pakistan, Tehreek-e Jihad Pakistan, Balochistan separatists, Islamic State Khorasan Province, and al-Qa'ida, and attacks could be indiscriminate, including at government buildings, places of worship, hotels, restaurants, shopping areas, schools, and transport hubs.
• The FCDO advises travelers to keep a low profile, minimize exposure to high-risk areas and events, vary routes and timings on regular journeys, limit movement on Friday afternoons, and be prepared to change plans as needed.
• There is a threat of kidnap across Pakistan, particularly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan provinces, and the FCDO notes that British nationals, including tourists and business travelers, are seen as legitimate targets by some terrorist groups.
• The FCDO also flags street crime risk in crowded areas, a black market in forged and stolen passports, and common credit card fraud, advising caution when moving around urban areas at night, especially on foot.
• During periods of protest or civil unrest, mobile data and internet connectivity may be cut without warning and major roads may be closed, so solo travelers should keep track of local news and have alternative travel routes prepared.