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This advice has been reviewed and reissued with amendments to the Summary and Political Situation section. The overall level of the advice has not changed.
On 17 February 2008 the Government of Kosovo declared independence from Serbia. The UK Government has recognised Kosovo's independence. The overall security situation in Serbia remains calm, but you are advised to exercise caution when travelling around. You should keep a low profile and check this travel advice, and that for Kosovo, regularly for the latest political and security developments. You should stay alert at all times and take particular care to avoid public gatherings, political rallies, protests and polling stations, and pay close attention to local media reports at the present time.


The US Embassy in Belgrade has temporarily evacuated non-essential staff and dependants. It is possible that other American residents in Serbia may decide to do likewise. We do not consider this necessary at this stage for British nationals. We are keeping the situation under review and you are strongly encouraged to register with the Embassy in Belgrade.


Residual landmines and other unexploded ordnance remain in Serbia. You should exercise caution when travelling within the Presevo and Bujanovac districts of South Serbia.


The Serbian authorities will not allow you to travel into Serbia from Kosovo unless you began your journey in Serbia and are returning there directly. Following the declaration of independence by Kosovo, crossing of the land border between Serbia and Kosovo may be problematic for the next few weeks or subject to demonstrations and protests. See the Entry Requirements section of this advice for more details.


There is an underlying threat from terrorism. Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.


Most visits to Serbia are trouble-free. The main types of incident for which British nationals required consular assistance in Serbia in 2007 were replacing lost or stolen passports, information regarding the EXIT 2008 festival is available on Embassy website (we have just updated it).


We strongly recommend that you obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. You should check any exclusions, and that your policy covers you for all the activities you want to undertake. See the General (Insurance) section of this advice and Travel Insurance for more details.
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