Travel Alerts & Warnings

▣ The following travel alerts and warnings have been issued to alert travelers of potential risks in certain countries and regions.

• Fri, 18 Jul 2025 19:23:28 +0000: Trinidad and Tobago - Travel Advice Summary
  

  State of Emergency declared (Safety and security page)

• Fri, 18 Jul 2025 10:35:45 +0000: Uzbekistan - Travel Advice Summary
  

  Addition of information about the risks of not carrying personal ID with you, prohibited materials and use of social media (‘Safety and security’ page).

• Fri, 18 Jul 2025 09:51:23 +0000: Slovenia - Travel Advice Summary
  

  Updated with information about the risks from terrorism

• Thu, 17 Jul 2025 08:36:12 +0000: Hungary - Travel Advice Summary
  

  New information for LGBT+ travellers and new information on the risks from extreme weather and natural disasters (‘Safety and security’ page).

• Wed, 16 Jul 2025 15:37:15 +0000: Czechia - Travel Advice Summary
  

  This page has been checked for style and accuracy, with minor edits throughout and the addition of new information on the risks from extreme weather and natural disasters (‘Safety and security’ page).

▣ The following travel alerts and warnings have been issued to alert travelers of potential risks in certain countries and regions.

• Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000: Iraq - Level 4: Do Not Travel - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
  

  Updated to reflect the lifting of ordered departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel.

  Do not travel to Iraq due to terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict, civil unrest, and the U.S. government’s limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Iraq. Do not travel to Iraq for any reason.

  Country Summary: U.S. citizens in Iraq face high risks, including violence and kidnapping. Terrorist and insurgent groups regularly attack Iraqi security forces and civilians. Anti-U.S. militias threaten U.S. citizens and international companies. Attacks using improvised explosive devices, indirect fire, and unmanned aerial vehicles occur in many areas, including major cities. The Department of State requires U.S. government personnel in Iraq to live and work under strict security due to serious threats. 

  There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Iraq. Visit the U.S. Department of State’s country reports on terrorism to learn more.

  Demonstrations, protests, and strikes occur frequently throughout the country. These events can develop quickly without prior notice, often interrupting traffic, transportation, and other services, and sometimes turn violent.

  Do not travel near armed groups or Iraq’s northern borders due to:

  • Continued threat of attacks by terrorist groups
  • Armed conflict
  • Aerial bombardment
  • Civil unrest

  U.S. citizens should not travel through Iraq to engage in armed conflict in Syria, where they would face extreme personal risks (kidnapping, injury, or death) and legal risks (arrest, fines, and expulsion). The Kurdistan Regional Government in Iraq has stated it will impose prison sentences of up to ten years on individuals who illegally cross the Iraq-Syria border. Fighting on behalf of or providing other forms of support to designated terrorist organizations can constitute the provision of material support to a foreign terrorist organization, which is a crime under U.S. law that can result in penalties including prison time and large fines. Read the Syria Travel Advisory for more information.

  Because of security concerns, U.S. government personnel in Baghdad are prohibited from using Baghdad International Airport.

  The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) and a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) due to risks to civil aviation operating within or in the vicinity of Iraq. For more information, U.S. citizens should consult the Federal Aviation Administration’s Prohibitions, Restrictions, and Notices.

  Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Iraq.

  If you decide to travel to Iraq:

  • Establish a personal security plan in coordination with your employer or host organization or consider consulting with a professional security organization.
  • Draft a will and designate appropriate insurance beneficiaries and/or power of attorney.
  • Leave DNA samples with your medical provider in case it is necessary for your family to access them for identification purposes.
  • Have departure plans that do not rely on U.S. government assistance.
  • Discuss a plan with loved ones regarding care/custody of children, pets, property, belongings, non-liquid assets (collections, artwork, etc.), funeral wishes, etc.
  • Share important documents, login information, and points of contact with loved ones so that they can manage your affairs if you are unable to return to the United States as planned.
  • Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.
  • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts from the U.S. Embassy and make it easier to contact you in an emergency.
  • Review the Country Security Report for Iraq.
  • Visit the CDC website for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States.
  • Prepare a contingency 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
• Wed, 16 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000: Libya - Level 4: Do Not Travel - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
  

  Reissued after periodic review with minor edits.

  Do not travel to Libya for any reason due to crime, terrorism, unexploded landmines, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed conflict. Read entire Travel Advisory.

  Country Summary: Terrorism:  There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Libya. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more. Terrorist attacks could occur with little or no warning, targeting public spaces like tourist locations, hotels, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, and government facilities.

  Kidnapping is widespread, and victims have included U.S. citizens.

  Kidnappers may take advantage of unplanned opportunities. Criminal or armed individuals or groups have threatened to and/or have seized or detained and threatened to kill, injure, or continue to detain individuals in order to compel a third party (including a governmental organization) to do or abstain from doing something as a condition of release.

  Unexploded landmines, cluster munitions, and unexploded ammunition are a hazard throughout Libya. Heed land mine warning signs. Do not venture off the road into areas marked with red and white plastic tape.  Avoid roadside ditches, shoulders, and unmarked trails. Never touch anything resembling unexploded munitions. Landmines do exist in populated areas due to numerous ground offensives in the last decade.

  Outbreaks of violence between competing armed groups can occur with little warning and have the potential to impact U.S. citizens. The capital, Tripoli, and other cities, such as Surman, Al-Jufra, Misrata, Ajdabiya, Benghazi, and Zuwara, have witnessed fighting among armed groups.  Hotels and airports frequented by U.S. citizens have been the targets of these attacks. Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence.

  Armed groups sometimes detain travelers for arbitrary reasons, do not grant detainees access to lawyers or legal processes, and do not allow detainees to inform others of their status. U.S. citizens should carry proof of citizenship and valid immigration status at all times, but having these documents does not guarantee fair treatment.

  While there are operational international airports in Libya with regular domestic and international flights, flights are often delayed, rerouted, and cancelled without warning. The U.S. government prohibits U.S. commercial aviation operations within Libyan airspace.

  Due to risks to civil aviation operating within or in the vicinity of Libya, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) and a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR). For more information U.S. citizens should consult the Federal Aviation Administration’s Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices.

  The Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard has determined that effective anti-terrorism measures are not in place in Libyan ports and has imposed conditions of entry on vessels that arrive in U.S. ports having visited ports in Libya. Mariners and passengers traveling through the ports of Libya should exercise caution.

  U.S. citizens in Libya in need of routine consular services should contact the U.S. Embassy in Tunis, Tunisia for assistance. To contact the U.S. Embassy in Tunis, click here.

  U.S. citizens who are in Libya are urged to depart as soon as possible via commercial means if possible.

  The Department of State will continue to provide information via the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP), Embassy Libya's web page, Travel.State.Gov, Facebook, and X.

  Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Libya.

  If you decide to travel to Libya:

  • Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.
  • Carry proof of citizenship and valid immigration status at all times.
  • Avoid demonstrations and crowds.
  • Make contingency plans to leave.
  • Draft a will and designate appropriate insurance beneficiaries and a power of attorney.
  • Discuss a plan with loved ones regarding care or custody of children, pets, property, belongings, non-liquid assets (collections, artwork, etc.), funeral wishes, etcetera.
  • Establish your own personal security plan in coordination with your family, and employer or host organization, so that they can monitor your safety and location. This plan should specify whom you would contact first, and how that person should share information.
  • Appoint one family member to serve as the point of contact with kidnappers/hostage-takers, media, U.S. and host country government agencies, and members of Congress if you are kidnapped, taken hostage, or detained.
  • Consider consulting with a professional security organization.
  • Do not touch unknown metal objects and avoid traveling off well-used roads, tracks, and paths due to risk of unexploded ordnance.
  • 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 Libya.
  • Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel.
  • U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency 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.
• Wed, 16 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000: Rwanda - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
  

  Updated to remove the Level 4: Do Not Travel area near the border with Burundi and to reflect changes to the Level 4: Do Not Travel areas near the border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

  Exercise increased caution in Rwanda due to the potential for armed violence. Some areas have an increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

  Do Not Travel to:

  • Rusizi District within 10 kilometers of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) border due to armed violence.
  • Rubavu District within 10 kilometers of the DRC border due to armed violence.

  Country Summary: Armed groups, individuals, and military forces routinely clash in nearby countries. The ongoing violence in these areas raises the risk of spilling over into Rwanda.

  Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Rwanda.

  If you decide to travel to Rwanda:

  • 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 Rwanda.
  • 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.

  Rusizi District within 10 kilometers of the DRC border – Level 4: Do Not Travel

  • Lake Kivu borders the DRC. Borders may not be clearly marked. A permit from the Rwanda Development Board is required for entry to Nyungwe Forest National Park.
  • Due to the risks, U.S. government employees working in Rwanda must obtain special authorization to travel to Rusizi District.

  Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas. 

  Rubavu District within 10 kilometers of the DRC border – Level 4: Do Not Travel

  • Armed groups operate in the DRC’s North and South Kivu provinces and Virunga Park. This is next to Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park. The area has faced increasing armed conflict, which might spread across a poorly marked border.
  • To enter the Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda, you need a permit from the Rwanda Development Board.
  • Due to the risks, U.S. government employees working in Rwanda must obtain special authorization to travel to Rubavu District.

  Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.

• Tue, 15 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000: Haiti - Level 4: Do Not Travel - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
  

  Reissued after addition of terrorism indicator.

  Do not travel to Haiti due to kidnapping, crime, terrorist activity, civil unrest, and limited health care. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

  Country Summary: In July 2023, the Department of State ordered nonemergency U.S. government employees and their family members to leave the country due to security risks.

  Haiti has been under a State of Emergency since March 2024. Crimes involving firearms are common in Haiti. They include robbery, carjackings, sexual assault, and kidnappings for ransom. Do not travel to Haiti for any reason.

  Kidnapping

  Kidnapping is widespread. U.S. citizens have been victims and have been hurt or killed. Kidnappers may:

  • Plan with precision or target victims during unexpected times.
  • Target and attack convoys.
  • Demand ransoms. U.S. victims’ families have paid tens to hundreds of thousands of dollars to rescue their family members. 

  Demonstrations

  Protests, demonstrations, and roadblocks are common and unpredictable. They often damage or destroy infrastructure and can become violent. Mob killings and public assaults are on the rise. People are targeting those they think have committed crimes.

  Toussaint Louverture International Airport

  Exchanges of gunfire with criminal gangs, organized crime, and terrorists have occurred in the neighborhood just outside the Port-au-Prince International Airport (PAP). Travelers are sometimes followed and violently attacked and robbed shortly after leaving the airport, or while entering or leaving hotels in Port-au-Prince. U.S. commercial flights do not currently operate to and from Port-au-Prince. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) prohibiting U.S. air carrier flights to Port-au-Prince due to the ongoing instability. Please check FAA's website for more information.

  Crime and Terrorism

  There is widespread violent crime and organized crime in the country, and local law enforcement has limited ability to respond to serious crimes. Violent crime is rampant in Haiti, especially in Port-au-Prince, where the expansion of gang, organized crime, and terrorist activity has led to widespread violence, kidnappings, and sexual assault. The escalation of clashes between armed groups has led to a rise in sporadic gunfire incidents. There is a substantial risk of being struck by stray bullets, even for individuals not directly involved in the violence.

  There is risk of terrorist violence, including attacks and other violent gang activity in Haiti. There are gangs that are designated as terrorist organizations present in Haiti.

  Transportation and Travel

  Do not cross the border by land between Haiti and the Dominican Republic. There is a risk of kidnapping and violence. These dangers are present on roads from major Haitian cities to the border. The U.S. Embassy cannot help you enter the Dominican Republic by air, land, or sea. U.S. citizens who cross into the Dominican Republic at an unofficial crossing may face high immigration fines when they try to leave.

  The U.S. Coast Guard has concerns about security in the ports of Haiti. Until those are addressed, the Coast Guard advises mariners and passengers traveling through the ports of Haiti to exercise caution.

  Limited Emergency Response

  The U.S. government is very limited in its ability to help U.S. citizens in Haiti. Local police and first responders often do not have enough resources. This limits their ability to respond to emergencies or serious crimes. Shortages of gasoline, electricity, medicine, and medical supplies are common throughout the country. Public and private clinics, as well as hospitals, have untrained staff and lack basic resources. Medical providers almost always require upfront payment in cash.

  U.S. government employees must follow a nightly curfew. Families of Embassy personnel are not allowed to accompany them on their assignment. Embassy personnel cannot travel by foot in Port-au-Prince. U.S. government employees working in Haiti must obtain special permission to travel outside the embassy compound due to security risks. They are also prohibited from:

  • Using any kind of public transportation or taxis. 
  • Visiting banks and using ATMs. 
  • Driving at night. 
  • Traveling anywhere after dark. 

  Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Haiti.

  If you decide to travel to Haiti: 

  • Avoid demonstrations and crowds.
  • Check local media for breaking events. Be prepared to adjust your plans.
  • Arrange airport transfers and hotels in advance, or have your host meet you upon arrival. 
  • Keep travel documents up to date and easily accessible.
  • Have evacuation plans that do not rely on U.S. government assistance.
  • Bring enough supply of over the counter and prescription medicines. 
  • If you are being followed as you leave the airport, drive to the nearest police station immediately. 
  • Develop a communication plan with family or your employer or host organization (if you are traveling on business). This is so they can monitor your safety and location as you travel through high-risk areas. Specify how you will confirm you are safe (text, calls, etc.), how often, and who you will contact first to share the information.
  • Choose one family member to serve as the point of contact. They will communicate with kidnappers or hostage-takers, media, U.S. and host country government agencies, and members of Congress if you are kidnapped or taken hostage.
  • Establish a proof of life protocol with your loved ones. This is so that if you are taken hostage, your loved ones can know specific questions (and answers) to ask the hostage-takers to be sure that you are alive (and to rule out a hoax).
  • Draft a will and designate appropriate insurance beneficiaries and/or power of attorney, put your financial affairs in order.
  • Discuss a plan with loved ones regarding care/custody of children, pets, property, belongings, non-liquid assets (collections, artwork, etc.), funeral wishes, etc.
  • Leave DNA samples with your medical provider in case it is necessary for your family to access them.
  • Travel by vehicle to reduce walking in public. 
  • Travel in groups or at least do not travel alone. 
  • Always keep vehicle doors locked, and windows closed when driving. Roadblocks may be operated by gangs, members of organized crime, or terrorists seeking money and may turn violent. 
  • Be cautious and alert. This is especially important when driving through markets and other crowded areas. 
  • Do not physically resist any robbery attempt.
  • Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.
  • 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 on Haiti.
  • Prepare a plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist.
  • Visit the CDC’s 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.
  • Follow the Department of State on Facebook and X. 
  • Review the Country Security Report on Haiti. 
  • Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.
• Tue, 15 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000: Egypt - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
  

  Updated to reflect a change in Travel Advisory level.

  Exercise increased caution in Egypt due to terrorism, crime, and health. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

  Do not travel to:

  • The Northern and Middle Sinai Peninsula due to terrorism. 
  • The Western Desert due to risk to safety and security unless traveling with a professionally licensed tour company.
  • Egyptian border areas due to military zones.

  Country Summary: The U.S. Embassy has limited ability to help dual national U.S.-Egyptian citizens who are arrested or detained.  Egyptian law considers dual citizens to be solely Egyptian citizens.

  Terrorism: There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Northern and Middle Sinai Peninsula. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning:

  Egyptian authorities generally offer effective security protection. However, extremists continue to express interest in planning and carrying out attacks. Security is generally present at potential targets, which include:

  • Religious sites (mosques, churches, monasteries, and buses traveling there)
  • Local government buildings, and diplomatic facilities (embassies)
  • Tourist sites
  • Transportation centers
  • Shopping malls
  • Restaurants and foreign businesses
  • Resorts
  • Roadside checkpoints
  • Urban areas in Cairo

  Crime: Most crimes against foreigners are crimes of opportunity, like purse snatching and pickpocketing. Harassment of women, including foreigners, is a problem in Egypt. It can include vulgar comments, gestures, indecent exposure, and unwanted physical contact. Tourists should beware of overcharging and scams in tourist areas.

  Review the Country Security Report for Egypt for further details.

   

  Health: Emergency and intensive care facilities are limited in Egypt and may be unavailable in remote areas. Ambulances are rare, unreliable in most areas, and don’t have advanced medical equipment.

   

  Global Polio: Some international destinations, including Egypt, have circulating poliovirus. Before traveling to Egypt, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Check the CDC website for current vaccination recommendations: Egypt - Traveler view | Travelers' Health | CDC

  Protests or demonstrations may occur suddenly:  

  • Individuals have been arrested for being in the vicinity of protests in Egypt, even when not actively participating.
  • U.S. citizens have been arrested for participating in protests.
  • You may be detained for posting anything on social media seen as critical of Egypt or its allies, or for disrespecting its cultural sites.
  • Local law prohibits protesting or demonstrating without a permit.

  Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Egypt.

  If you decide to travel to Egypt:

  • Keep travel documents up to date and easily accessible.
  • Make contingency plans to leave the country without U.S. government assistance.
  • Check local laws and conditions before traveling.
  • Avoid demonstrations and crowds.
  • Stay alert in tourist locations.
  • Get comprehensive medical insurance that includes medical evacuation.
  • 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 Egypt.
  • 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.

  Northern and Middle Sinai Peninsula – Level 4: Do Not Travel
  
  Do not travel to this area for any reason.

  The Northern and Middle Sinai Peninsula remains a dangerous area, with occasional attacks on security forces and civilians:

  • Due to the risks, the U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in areas within the Sinai.
  • U.S. government employees  are not authorized to freely travel into the northern and middle Sinai Peninsula.
  • Access is highly regulated by the Government of Egypt.

  For more information visit Travel to High-Risk Areas.

  The Western Desert - Level 4:  Do Not Travel  

   

  Avoid all travel to the Western Desert due to safety risks. If you go, make sure to travel with a licensed tour company.

  For more information visit Travel to High-Risk Areas.

   

  Egyptian Border Areas - Level 4:  Do Not Travel

   

  Do not travel to this area for any reason.

  Avoid travel to Egyptian border areas due to security risks, including:

  • Military zones: There is instability in neighboring territories. Egypt's border areas with Libya, Sudan, and in Sinai are military zones. Movements by private individuals are limited and closely watched.

  Due to the risks, the U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in these regions: U.S. government employees cannot travel freely in these areas.

  For more information visit Travel to High-Risk Areas.

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.