Current U.S. State Department Travel Advisories
As a first step in planning any trip abroad, check the Travel Advisories for your intended destination. Note that conditions can change rapidly in a country at any time. To receive updated Travel Advisories and Alerts, choose the method that works best for you at travel.state.gov/stayingconnected. For more details and FAQs about our safety and security information, please see travel.state.gov/travelsafely.
- Uzbekistan - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautionson January 22, 2026 at 12:00 am
There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Advisory summary Uzbekistan is generally a safe destination for U.S. travelers. Review our travel guidance for Uzbekistan to prepare for a safe trip. If you decide to travel to Uzbekistan: Enroll in the […]
- Bangladesh - Level 3: Reconsider Travelon January 20, 2026 at 12:00 am
There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Reconsider travel to Bangladesh due to kidnapping, unrest, crime, and terrorism. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Advisory summary Unrest Unrest and violence have […]
- Jamaica - Level 2: Exercise Increased Cautionon January 17, 2026 at 12:00 am
The advisory level was decreased to Level 2. There were no changes to the risk indicators. The advisory summary was updated. Exercise Increased Caution due to crime, health, and natural disaster risks. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Advisory Summary U.S. […]
- The Gambia - Level 2: Exercise Increased Cautionon January 16, 2026 at 12:00 am
There was no change to the advisory level. The “Other” risk indicator was removed, and the “Unrest” risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution in The Gambia due to crime, unrest, and inadequate health infrastructure. Advisory summary Crime Petty […]
- Central African Republic - Level 4: Do Not Travelon January 15, 2026 at 12:00 am
Do not travelto Central African Republic due to risk of unrest, crime, kidnapping, landmines, health, and terrorism. The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in the Central African Republic. U.S. government employees working in the Central […]
- Comoros - Level 2: Exercise Increased Cautionon January 12, 2026 at 12:00 am
There was no change to the advisory level. The “health” risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increase caution in Comoros due to crime, unrest and health. Advisory summary There is no full-time official U.S. presence in Comoros. Consular services for U.S. citizens in […]
- Comoros - Level 2: Exercise Increased Cautionon January 12, 2026 at 12:00 am
Exercise increased cautionin Comoros due to crime, unrest, and health. There is no full-time official U.S. presence in Comoros. Consular services for U.S. citizens in Comoros are provided by the U.S. embassy in Madagascar. Crime Petty crime is common in Comoros. Stay aware of your surroundings. […]
- Mali - Level 4: Do Not Travelon January 9, 2026 at 12:00 am
This Travel Advisory reflects updates in U.S. Embassy Bamako’s posture as of January 9, 2026. On October 30, 2025, the Department of State ordered non-emergency employees and family members to leave Mali due to safety risks. As of January 9, 2026, the Department of State has normalized […]
- Czechia - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautionson January 8, 2026 at 12:00 am
Exercise normal precautionin Czechia. Czechia is generally a safe destination for travelers. Travelers should remain vigilant against petty crime, such as pickpocketing and other minor theft, especially in tourist areas and on public transportation. Follow local laws and guidance from Czech […]
- Benin - Level 2: Exercise Increased Cautionon January 7, 2026 at 12:00 am
There was no change to the advisory level. The “unrest” risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise Increased Caution in Benin due to unrest, crime, terrorism, and kidnapping. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do Not Travel to areas of Benin […]
- Palau - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautionson January 7, 2026 at 12:00 am
Exercise normal precautionin Palau. Some areas have increased risk. Palau is generally a safe destination for travelers. U.S. citizens should always exercise caution when traveling abroad. Use the travel guidance here to stay safe.
- Grenada - Level 2: Exercise Increased Cautionon January 5, 2026 at 12:00 am
The advisory level was increased to 2. The “crime” risk indicator was added. Areas of increased risk were removed. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise Increased Caution in Grenada due to risk of crime. Advisory summary Violent crime can occur anywhere in Grenada. American citizens in Grenada […]
- Belarus - Level 4: Do Not Travelon December 29, 2025 at 12:00 am
Do not travelto Belarus for any reason due to unrest and other risks. The U.S. government has extremely limited ability to help detained U.S. citizens. You may not receive consular access. You could also face arbitrary detention with no contact with the outside world. Ordered departure On […]
- Russia - Level 4: Do Not Travelon December 29, 2025 at 12:00 am
Do not travelto Russia for any reason due to terrorism, unrest, wrongful detention and other risks. U.S. citizens in Russia should leave immediately The U.S. government has limited ability to help U.S. citizens in Russia, especially outside of Moscow. The U.S. Embassy in Moscow has reduced its […]
- Portugal - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautionson December 23, 2025 at 12:00 am
Exercise normal precautionin Portugal. Portugal is generally a safe destination for travelers. Travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft, particularly in crowded tourist areas and on public transportation. Review our travel guidance for Portugal to learn how to prepare for a safe […]
- Yemen - Level 4: Do Not Travelon December 19, 2025 at 12:00 am
The Department of State renewed its Travel Advisory for Yemen on December 19, 2025. There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Do not travel to Yemen due to risk of terrorism, unrest, crime, health risks, kidnapping, and landmines. Advisory […]
- Jordan - Level 2: Exercise Increased Cautionon December 18, 2025 at 12:00 am
The Department of State renewed its Travel Advisory for Jordan on December 18. There was no change to the advisory level. The “other” risk indicator was removed. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution in Jordan due to terrorism. Some areas have increased risk. Read the […]
- Cabo Verde - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautionson December 18, 2025 at 12:00 am
Exercise normal precautionin Cabo Verde due to crime. Cabo Verde is generally a safe destination for travelers. Some areas have increased risk.
- Liberia - Level 2: Exercise Increased Cautionon December 11, 2025 at 12:00 am
There was no change to the advisory level. The “health” risk indictor was added. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution in Liberia due to crime, unrest, and health. Advisory summary Crime Violent crime, such as armed robbery are common in urban areas, crowded markets, and […]
- Guinea-Bissau - Level 3: Reconsider Travelon December 11, 2025 at 12:00 am
Reconsider travelto Guinea-Bissau due to unrest, inadequate health infrastructure, and landmines. There is no U.S. embassy or consulate in Guinea-Bissau. The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens. Consular services are provided by the U.S. embassy in […]