The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has updated its advice for a destination that is becoming increasingly popular with UK travellers.

More than a hundred thousand Brits visit South Korea each year, and on Friday, April 4, a new alert was issued about the East Asian country. The latest FCDO guidance states: "Large protests may continue following the Constitutional Court’s decision on Friday 4 April to remove President Yoon from office."

It adds that "protests are particularly likely" in areas of the capital Seoul including near the Constitutional Court, near Anguk station; Gwanghwamun Square and Sejong-daero, particularly between the City Hall/Deoksugung area and Gyeongbokgung; around the Presidential Residence in Hannam-dong; and around the National Assembly in Yeouido.

Government advice adds: "Protests may also occur in other locations, including in other cities around South Korea. You should follow the advice of local authorities and avoid large public gatherings."

Brits are reminded that "under Korean law, it is illegal for foreign nationals to take part in political activities when in the country."

People who are currently in, or soon planning to visit, South Korea are advised to monitor local media and the FCDO's Travel Advice page for updates. 

Elsewhere travellers are reminded: "The level of tension and the security situation on the Korean Peninsula can change with little notice. Tensions can rise after missile tests by North Korea and during the regular South Korean-US military exercises, which take place throughout the year.

"Follow the advice of local authorities and keep up to date with developments, which will be reported on news broadcasts. The demilitarised zone (DMZ) separates North Korea and South Korea.

"Peace has been maintained under an armistice agreement, but no formal peace treaty has ever been signed. If you’re in the area of the DMZ, you should exercise caution and follow the advice of the local authorities."