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Flight disruption in the Middle East

29 June 2026

The Australian Government (DFAT) has downgraded its travel advice for Qatar and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from Level 4 “Do not travel” to Level 3 “Reconsider your need to travel”. While conditions have improved, the situation across the Middle East remains unpredictable and may still impact flights and transit through major hubs.

Travellers can now travel to or transit through these destinations, however caution is advised. Flight schedules and airspace access may change at short notice, so we recommend reviewing your itinerary, allowing flexibility, and limiting time spent in transit where possible.

Please be assured our expert RACV travel agents are here to support you.

Government advice

Your safety is paramount and we advise all customers to please consult the Australian Federal Government’s Smartraveller website for the latest travel and safety advice in the region.

Changes to bookings

For changes to your upcoming Tour, Cruise, Hotel & Holiday Packages, call or email our RACV travel experts if you need assistance with upcoming bookings.

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Travel insurance

Please note global events may impact travel insurance policies.

Further information regarding travel insurance for customers with planned travel that may be impacted can be found on the Travel Alerts page.

Travel Alerts

Airport parking

For bookings related to upcoming airport parking that may be affected please call (option 4), or email for support.

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Car hire

For bookings related to upcoming car hire that may be affected please contact the supplier directly. You can find this contact information in your confirmation documents.

Motorhome hire

For bookings related to upcoming motorhome hire that may be affected please contact the supplier directly. You can find this contact information in your confirmation documents.

International attractions

For bookings related to upcoming international attractions that may be affected please contact the supplier directly. You can find this contact information in your confirmation documents.

Royal Automobile Club of Victoria (RACV) Limited (ABN 44 004 060 833, AR No. 1243563) (RACV) is an authorised representative of the RACV Travel Insurance insurer Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Co., Ltd. (ABN 80 000 438 291 AFSL 246 548) (Tokio Marine). Tokio Marine Management (Australasia) Pty Ltd (ABN 69 001 488 455, AR No. 1313066) is an authorised representative of Tokio Marine, and administers RACV Travel Insurance as the managing agent on behalf of Tokio Marine.

Terms, conditions (including eligibility criteria), exclusions, limits and sub-limits apply. Any advice is general advice only, and does not take into account your specific objectives, financial situation or needs. Before you purchase, please consider the Combined Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) / Financial Services Guide (FSG) and Target Market Determinations (TMDs) available on RACV’s website, or on request from RACV.