In light of the recent escalation of the situation in Iran caused by airstrikes, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic strongly urges citizens to refrain from traveling to this region until the situation normalizes. For those already in Iran, diplomats recommend remaining calm, adhering to safety measures, and, if necessary, promptly contacting foreign institutions.
As of February 28, 2026, the border between Turkey and Iran remains open, and all border checkpoints are operating as usual. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs continues to monitor the situation 24/7 and has provided a list of emergency contact numbers:
The Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in Iran (Tehran): +98 21 2283 0354, +98 935 250 5229
Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic (24/7): +996 999 312 002
The Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in Turkey: +90 312 491 35 06, +90 545 689 68 00
The Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in Turkmenistan: +993 12 48 22 95, +993 65 69 40 59
The Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in Azerbaijan: +994 993 312 312, +994 55 750 53 01
The Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in Afghanistan: +93 77 9099326
Honorary Consul of the Kyrgyz Republic in Armenia: +374 91 919191
