Africa · Northern

Key Facts

—The ban. Libya’s eastern government barred nationals from Sudan, Eritrea, Ethiopia and Somalia from all land, sea and air entry points on 23 June 2026.

—Exemptions. Accredited diplomats, consular staff and some health and education workers with approved contracts can still enter.

—The migration route. The four countries are major sources on the Horn of Africa corridor that feeds irregular migration toward Europe via Libya.