Advisories checked 9 November 2026. Check the official advisory on the day you travel: governments change them often, sometimes weekly.
Canada advises normal security precautions. No advisory for the Canary Islands in our data from: US and UK.
The three advisories side by side
US Department of State
No advisory published
UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
No advisory published
Government of Canada
1Level 1“Exercise normal security precautions”
“Health – editorial change”
Terrorism
Canada says this about terrorism in the Canary Islands:
The Spanish government maintains a public alert system on terrorism and communicates threat level changes online and through local media. The current level is set to 4 (high) on a scale of 1 to 5.
Source: Government of Canada.
Crime
Canada describes crime in the Canary Islands as follows:
It's most prevalent in larger cities and particularly during holidays, festivals and weekends. Thieves work alone or in groups and may use various techniques to distract you and steal your belongings, such as asking for directions or informing you of a stain on your clothes.
Source: Government of Canada.
Demonstrations
Canada’s advice on demonstrations in the Canary Islands:
Demonstrations and strikes occur regularly. They can also lead to traffic and public transportation disruptions, including access to roads, airports, and the railway and tram systems.
Source: Government of Canada.
Natural hazards
Government advice for the Canary Islands mentions earthquakes, volcanic activity, flooding and wildfires.
Canada’s advice on natural hazards in the Canary Islands:
The Canary Islands are located in an active seismic zone and have several volcanoes. Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur.
Source: Government of Canada.
Road safety
Canada describes road safety in the Canary Islands as follows:
Road conditions and road safety can vary throughout the archipelago. Some drivers are aggressive and drive at excessive speeds.
Source: Government of Canada.
Do I need an International Driving Permit in the Canary Islands?
Levels by government
| Government | Level | Their wording |
|---|---|---|
| US Department of State | No advisory | No advisory published |
| UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office | No advisory | No advisory published |
| Government of Canada | 1Level 1 | Exercise normal security precautions |
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Questions
What level does Canada give the Canary Islands?
Canada advises normal security precautions. Canadian advisory updated 24 September 2026.
Does the UK advise against travel to the Canary Islands?
The UK has no advisory for the Canary Islands in our data.
What natural hazards affect the Canary Islands?
Government advice for the Canary Islands mentions earthquakes, volcanic activity, flooding and wildfires.
Sources and methodology
- Government of Canada: travel advice for the Canary Islands, updated 24 September 2026. Open Government Licence – Canada.
Licences and full attribution for all sources
Advisories checked 9 November 2026.