Travel Advisories

A Travel Advisory is a report from the U.S. Department of State that describes the risks and recommended precautions for U.S. citizens—not foreign nationals—in a foreign destination. The Department of State has no higher priority than the safety and security of U.S. citizens overseas.  Information contained in these advisories reflects an assessment of threats only insofar as they may impact U.S. citizens, nationals, and legal residents.  

Find your destination and explore the Travel Advisory map before you go. 

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Enroll in STEP
Sign up for the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive email updates from the local U.S. embassy or consulate. 

 

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Global Events Affecting Travel
Review safe travel preparation tips for global events and crisis situations that occur abroad. 

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International travel advisory map
The international Travel Advisory map provides an overview of the level of advisory in different destinations. Select “explore full map” to zoom in on the detailed safety and security risks. 

Travel Advisories by destination
Sort destinations by name, advisory level, or date issued 

About Travel Advisories

Levels 1-4
We review Travel Advisories on a regular basis.  

• Levels 1 and 2: Every 12 months.  

• Levels 3 and 4: At least every 6 months.  

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A Travel Advisory will also be updated any time conditions change substantially. This includes when the U.S. government changes its staffing levels or restrictions in a country due to security concerns.

Important travel advice before you go

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High-Risk Areas
Essential safety advice and tips for traveling to high-risk areas. 

Scams
Protect yourself from scams or forced acts against you.