Qatar
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June 3, 2025
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Updated after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise normal precautions in Qatar. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) and/or a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) for the region, including Qatar. This is due to risks to civil aviation from political and military tensions in the region. The notice advises U.S. operators to review current threat information and to report safety or security incidents. For more information, U.S. citizens should consult the Federal Aviation Administration. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Qatar. If you decide to travel to Qatar: Keep travel documents up-to-date and easy to access. Sign up for the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get alerts from the Embassy and make it easier for us to contact you in an emergency. Read the Country Security Report for Qatar. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information before you travel. You should make a safety plan for emergencies. Read the Traveler’s Checklist. It is a good idea to buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.
Australia
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May 30, 2025
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Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise normal precautions in Australia. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Australia. If you decide to travel to Australia: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Australia. Prepare a plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.
Malta
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May 28, 2025
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Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise normal precautions in Malta. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Malta. If you decide to travel to Malta: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages and alerts from the U.S. Embassy and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Malta. Prepare a plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.
South Korea
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May 28, 2025
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Updated to reflect information on demonstrations and ongoing physician shortage. Exercise normal precautions when traveling to the Republic of Korea (ROK or South Korea). Advisory summary: Large-scale demonstrations related to the domestic political situation may occur with little notice, potentially disrupting transportation and other essential services. Tensions on the Korean Peninsula remain high. North Korea continues to conduct missile launches and other military activities that may increase tensions. Travelers should monitor local developments and remain vigilant. The South Korean government conducts civil emergency drills throughout the year. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to South Korea. Please note that consular services, including passport services, are not available at the U.S. Consulate in Busan; they are only available at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul. If you decide to travel to South Korea: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages and Alerts from the U.S. Embassy and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for South Korea. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States. Prepare a plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.
Liechtenstein
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May 22, 2025
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Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise normal precautions in Liechtenstein. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Liechtenstein. If you decide to travel to Liechtenstein: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages and alerts from the U.S. Embassy and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Liechtenstein. Prepare a plan for emergency situations. Review the International Traveler’s Checklist. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travelers’ Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. The U.S. government does not provide insurance for U.S. citizens overseas. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.
Vanuatu
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May 22, 2025
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Updated to reflect lowering the Travel Advisory Level from Level 3 to Level 1 due to ongoing recovery efforts and removal of the Natural Disaster (N) indicator. Exercise normal precautions in Vanuatu. Country Summary: Infrastructure and roads in Port Vila and the surrounding area were damaged during the December 2024 earthquake, with repairs in progress. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Vanuatu. If you decide to travel to Vanuatu: Monitor local reports and updates from the Vanuatu government and follow all instructions from local authorities. Be aware that some areas may still be undergoing repairs, and access could be restricted. Keep travel documents up to date and easily accessible. Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Vanuatu. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist.
Switzerland
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May 20, 2025
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Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise normal precautions in Switzerland. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Switzerland. If you decide to travel to Switzerland: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages and alerts from the U.S. Embassy and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Switzerland. Prepare a plan for emergency situations. Review the International Traveler’s Checklist. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travelers’ Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. The U.S. government does not provide insurance for U.S. citizens overseas. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.
Japan
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May 15, 2025
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Reissued after periodic review without changes. Exercise normal precautions in Japan. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Japan. If you decide to travel to Japan, U.S. citizens should always exercise caution when traveling abroad. Use these general tips to stay safe: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages and Alerts from the U.S. Embassy and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Japan. Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.
Paraguay
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April 30, 2025
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Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise normal precautions in Paraguay. Some areas have increased crime risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Exercise increased caution due to crime in these departments: Alto Paraná Amambay Canindeyu Concepcion San Pedro Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Paraguay. If you decide to travel to Paraguay: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages and Alerts from the U.S. Embassy and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Follow the Department of State on Facebook and X. Review the Country Security Report for Paraguay. Prepare a plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage. Departments of Alto Paraná, Amambay, Canindeyu, Concepcion, and San Pedro – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution Criminal groups are active in these areas, smuggling weapons, drugs, and other goods along the northeastern border of Paraguay with Brazil. The police presence in these areas is weak. Due to the risks, U.S. government employees working in Paraguay must obtain special authorization to travel to Alto Paraná, Amambay, Canindeyu, Concepcion, and San Pedro.
Czechia
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April 28, 2025
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Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise normal precautions in the Czechia. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to the Czechia. If you decide to travel to the Czechia: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for the Czechia. Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your and return to the United States. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.
Kyrgyzstan
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April 21, 2025
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Reissued after periodic review with edits to the area of higher risk in the border region with Tajikistan. Exercise normal precautions in the Kyrgyz Republic. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Exercise increased caution in: The border region with Tajikistan. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to the Kyrgyz Republic. If you decide to travel to the Kyrgyz Republic: Monitor local media for breaking events and be prepared to adjust your plans. Keep travel documents up to date and easily accessible.Have evacuation plans that do not rely on U.S. government assistance. ·Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages and Alerts from the U.S. Embassy to make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Crime and Safety Report for the Kyrgyz Republic. Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage. Border Region with Tajikistan – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution Exercise increased caution to areas within approximately 30 kilometers of the border with Tajikistan. The March 13, 2025, signing and subsequent ratifying of a bilateral agreement between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan have facilitated the resumption of cross-border movement, but the situation remains fluid. As of March 2025, two checkpoints on the border are open for transit. There are no travel restrictions for Americans crossing the border. However, visitors to the Batken region (especially the Batken and Leilek districts) should exercise caution and remain vigilant due to a recent history of border clashes. U.S. government employees working in the Kyrgyz Republic are restricted from traveling to the Batken province without prior authorization from the U.S. Embassy in Bishkek.
El Salvador
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April 8, 2025
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Updated due to change in travel advisory level to reflect changes in crime. Country Summary: Exercise normal precautions in El Salvador. Gang activity has decreased over the last three years. This has caused a drop in violent crimes and murders. U.S. government employees working in El Salvador are allowed to travel throughout the country during daylight hours. However, due to the risks, U.S. government employees are prohibited from traveling between cities or departments at night. There are exceptions. U.S. government employees are allowed to travel at all hours between San Salvador and: El Salvador’s international airport. La Libertad department. U.S. government employees are prohibited from using public buses. State of Exception In March 2022, the Government of El Salvador declared a “State of Exception” in response to an increase in gang murders: The State of Exception allows local authorities to arrest anyone they think is involved in gang activity. It suspends several constitutional rights. This includes the normal protections of criminal procedure, like the right to a speedy or fair trial. Tens of thousands of people are currently in prison under the State of Exception. Several U.S. and other foreign citizens have been detained under the State of Exception. They remain in prison and have yet to face trial. The State of Exception is still in place. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to El Salvador. If you decide to travel to El Salvador: Always use major highways and roads. Minimize travel outside of major cities at night. El Salvador has zero tolerance for driving under the influence of alcohol. You can be detained for having any level of alcohol while driving. Do not drink and drive. Stay aware of your surroundings. When possible, travel in pairs or in groups, especially for long trips and in rural places. Avoid relying on online maps or applications. They might not accurately show local road conditions. Do not hitchhike. Ensure you have multiple forms of communication when traveling and the ability to charge your devices. Do not physically resist any robbery attempt. Stay alert when visiting banks or ATMs. Do not display signs of wealth, such as expensive watches or jewelry. Engage local guides certified by the national or local tourist authority when hiking in backcountry areas. Use caution when swimming near El Salvador’s beaches. Follow water condition warnings. Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts from the U.S. Embassy and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for El Salvador. Prepare a backup plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.
Kuwait
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April 8, 2025
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Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise normal precautions in Kuwait. Some areas have higher risks. Read this whole Travel Advisory. Exercise increased caution in the Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh area in Kuwait City because of crime. Do not travel to the desert area near the border with Iraq because of bombs, shells, and landmines left over from the 1990 Gulf War. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) or a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR). This is due to risks to civil aviation from political and military tensions in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman region, including Kuwait. The notice advises U.S. operators to review current security and threat information and to report safety or security incidents. For more information, U.S. citizens should consult the Federal Aviation Administration. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Kuwait. If you decide to travel to Kuwait: Review local laws and conditions before traveling. Kuwait has strict laws prohibiting the possession or trafficking of drugs (including marijuana) and alcohol. Do not bring drugs or alcohol in your luggage and do not attempt to purchase them in Kuwait. Be aware of your surroundings. Stay alert in places visited by large groups of people and travelers or tourists. Keep travel documents up to date and easy to access. Make back-up plans to leave the country. Sign up for the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get alerts from the embassy. It makes it easier for us to contact you in an emergency. Follow the Department of State on Facebook and X. Read the Country Security Report for Kuwait. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information before you travel. You should make a safety plan for emergencies. Read the Traveler’s Checklist. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage. Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas. Desert Area North of the Mutla’a Ridge and Near the Border with Iraq – Level 4: Do Not Travel Desert areas and some beaches north of the Mutla’a Ridge still have unexploded bombs, shells, and landmines left over from the 1990 Gulf War. Avoid areas that are “off the beaten path” and do not touch or move objects in that area. They could explode. These locations are not clearly marked, or the signs might be difficult to understand. Do not travel to these areas for any reason. Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh Neighborhoods – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution The Kuwaiti police report that the neighborhood of Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh near the Kuwait International Airport is a high-crime area.
Andorra
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March 25, 2025
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Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise normal precautions when traveling to Andorra. Country Summary: Travelers can enter Andorra only via Spain and France. Read the country information page for more information on travel to Andorra. If you decide to travel to Andorra: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages and alerts from the U.S. Embassy. This makes it easier to locate you in an emergency. Prepare a plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.
Brunei
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March 19, 2025
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Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise normal precautions in Brunei. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Brunei. If you decide to travel to Brunei: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Brunei. Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States. We highly recommend you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Brunei.
Georgia
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March 13, 2025
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Last Update: Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise normal precautions in Georgia. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do Not Travel To: The Russian-occupied Georgian regions of South Ossetia and Abkhazia due to risk of crime, civil unrest, and landmines. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Georgia. If you decide to travel to Georgia: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages and alerts from the U.S. Embassy and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Georgia. Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage. South Ossetia and Abkhazia – Level 4: Do Not Travel Russian troops and border guards occupy both South Ossetia and Abkhazia regions. The precise locations of administrative boundary lines are difficult to identify. Entering these areas could lead to arrest, imprisonment, or a fine. Violent attacks and criminal incidents occur in the region. Landmines are a danger to travelers near the boundary lines of both territories. Due to the risks, U.S. government employees working in Georgia are prohibited from traveling to South Ossetia and Abkhazia. The U.S. government is unable to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in South Ossetia and Abkhazia. Do not travel to these areas for any reason. Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.
Samoa
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March 10, 2025
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Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise normal precautions in Samoa. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Samoa. If you decide to travel to Samoa: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts from the U.S. Embassy. It makes it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Samoa. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.
Singapore
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March 5, 2025
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Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise normal precautions in Singapore. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Singapore. If you decide to travel to Singapore: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages and Alerts from the U.S. Embassy and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Singapore. Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.
Portugal
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March 3, 2025
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Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise normal precautions in Portugal. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Portugal. If you decide to travel to Portugal: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive travel alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Prepare a backup plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.
Turkmenistan
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February 28, 2025
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Reissued after periodic review with no changes. Exercise normal precautions in Turkmenistan. Please read the country information page for additional information on travel to Turkmenistan. If you decide to travel to Turkmenistan: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Turkmenistan. Prepare a backup plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.
