Travel Alerts & Warnings
Pakistan Travel Advisory On May 22, 2025
India Travel Advisory On May 22, 2025
Libya Travel Advisory On May 22, 2025
Peru Travel Advisory On May 22, 2025
▣ The following travel alerts and warnings have been issued to alert travelers of potential risks in certain countries and regions.
- Thu, 22 May 2025 13:56:58 +0000: Pakistan - Travel Advice Summary
Addition of information that on 10 May, the Government of Pakistan stated that India and Pakistan have agreed to stop military action ('Warnings and insurance' page).
- Thu, 22 May 2025 13:56:55 +0000: India - Travel Advice Summary
Addition of information that the Government of India stated on 10 May that India and Pakistan have agreed to stop military action ('Warnings and insurance' page).
- Thu, 22 May 2025 10:15:03 +0000: Libya - Travel Advice Summary
FCDO continues to advise against all travel to Tripoli. The British Embassy has temporarily reduced staff numbers, but the Embassy remains open with the Ambassador and a substantial team present (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
- Thu, 22 May 2025 09:49:18 +0000: Peru - Travel Advice Summary
Updated information on the State of Emergency in the regions of Lima and Callao (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
- Wed, 21 May 2025 15:07:42 +0000: Colombia - Travel Advice Summary
Information on temporary suspension of flights between Venezuela and Colombia from 19 until 26 May 2025 ('Warnings and insurance' page).
▣ The following travel alerts and warnings have been issued to alert travelers of potential risks in certain countries and regions.
- Thu, 22 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000: Vanuatu - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
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.
- Thu, 22 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000: Liechtenstein - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
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.
- Thu, 22 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000: Belgium - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
Reissued after periodic review with minor edits.
Exercise increased caution in Belgium due to terrorism.
Country Summary: There is a risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other related activities in Belgium.
Terrorists may attack with little or no warning. They target:
- Tourist locations
- Transportation hubs (e.g. airports, train stations, mass transit)
- Markets and shopping malls
- Local government buildings
- Hotels, clubs, and restaurants
- Places of worship
- Parks
- Major sporting, music, and cultural events
- Schools
- Public areas
Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more.
Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Belgium.
If you decide to travel to Belgium:
- Stay alert in tourist spots.
- 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 Belgium.
- 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.
- Wed, 21 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000: Azerbaijan - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
Reissued after periodic review with minor edits.
Exercise increased caution in Azerbaijan due to terrorism. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
Do not travel to:
- The border region with Armenia due to potential for armed conflict.
- The former Soviet-era Nagorno Karabakh Autonomous Oblast and surrounding territories due to landmines.
Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue to plan attacks and are a risk in Azerbaijan. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning. They may target:
- Tourist locations
- Transportation centers (airports)
- Markets and shopping malls
- Local government buildings
- Hotels, clubs and restaurants
- Places of worship
- Parks
- Major sporting and cultural events
- Educational institutions
- Other public areas
Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Azerbaijan.
If you decide to travel to Azerbaijan:
- 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 Azerbaijan.
- 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.
Level 4: Do Not Travel - Border with Armenia
There is the potential for fighting along the Azerbaijan-Armenia border. U.S. citizens should avoid the area.Exercise caution on roads near Azerbaijan’s border with Armenia:
- Be aware that some portions of the road may cross international boundaries without notice.
- Roads may be controlled by checkpoints or closed to travelers without notice.
- Due to the risks, U.S. government employees working in Azerbaijan are prohibited from non-essential travel to the border region.
Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.
Level 4: Do Not Travel - Former Soviet-era Nagorno Karabakh Autonomous Oblast and surrounding territories
Following armed hostilities in 2023, the former Soviet-era Nagorno Karabakh Autonomous Oblast and surrounding territories are under the control of Azerbaijan. Despite the cessation of fighting, the dangers posed by landmine contamination continue. Due to the risks, the U.S. government is unable to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in the former Soviet-era Nagorno Karabakh Autonomous Oblast and surrounding territories, because U.S. government employees are prohibited from traveling there and Azerbaijan restricts access to the region.
Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.
- Tue, 20 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000: Switzerland - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
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.
Alphabetical Travel Advisories For All Countries
Column 1 is UK travel advisories, middle column is guide books and travel resources aff.links and column 3 is Canadian government travel advisories.
Updated travel advice countries or territories sourced: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice and https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories
Updated travel advice
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No matter where in the world you intend to travel, make sure you check your destination country’s travel advice and advisories page twice: once when you are planning your trip, and again shortly before you leave. If the region or the country you will be visiting becomes subject to a travel advisory, your travel health insurance or your trip cancellation insurance may be affected. You are solely responsible for your travel decisions.