*Important information for all students regarding travel/transit in the Middle East.* *For those who have already purchased flight tickets:* Please continue to monitor updates from your airline. Some airlines (e.g. Emirates) may allow passengers to rebook alternative flights or request refunds. Do check your airline’s website regularly and follow their advisories as the situation evolves. *For those who have not purchased your tickets:* As advised by MFA on 28 February^, travellers may wish to consider alternative travel routes that do not transit through the Middle East due to possible airspace closures or flight disruptions. Please note that this is a developing situation. Compensation will depend on your airline’s terms of purchase. Travel insurance does not cover trips to areas listed in the MFA advisory, whether as a stopover or final destination. *Prior to travelling overseas, all students should:* 1️⃣Ensure MFA registration^^ is completed. 2️⃣Download and monitor the ISOS app for travel updates and alerts related to your destination. Please continue to monitor official advisories and updates from your airline. ^https://www.mfa.gov.sg/newsroom/press-statements-transcripts-and-photos/mfa-spokesperson-s-comments-on-the-situation-in-the-middle-east--28-february-2026/ ^^https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg/eregisterportal/landing.html
Ministry of Foreign AffairsMFA Spokesperson's Comments on the Situation in the Middle East, 28 February 2026Important information for all students regarding travel/transit in… — SIT DSC — TG.ME
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