Travel Alerts & Warnings

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

• Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:46:24 +0000: Spain - Travel Advice Summary
  

  Addition of information about fines for the sale or consumption of nitrous oxide (laughing gas) in some areas of Spain and updated information about travelling between Spain and Gibraltar ('Safety and security' and 'Entry requirements' pages).

• Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:34:39 +0000: Guinea - Travel Advice Summary
  

  Updated information about health risks you’ll face in Guinea (‘Health’ page).

• Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:35:58 +0000: Maldives - Travel Advice Summary
  

  Updated information about swimming safety ( 'Safety and security’ page).

• Wed, 12 Aug 2026 08:39:20 +0000: Belgium - Travel Advice Summary
  

  Updated information about emergency services in Belgium ('Getting help' page).

• Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:42:02 +0000: Colombia - Travel Advice Summary
  

  Updated information about the earthquake in Chocó (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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

• Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000: Syria - Level 4: Do Not Travel - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
  Do not travel

  to Syria for any reason due to the risk of terrorism, unrest, kidnapping, hostage taking, crime, and armed conflict.

  Do not travel to Syria for any reason.

  The U.S. government suspended U.S. Embassy operations in 2012. The Czech Republic is the protecting power for the United States in Syria. The U.S. government cannot offer emergency or routine consular services to U.S. citizens in Syria due to the safety risks. 

  Unrest

  Syria has experienced active armed conflict since 2011. No part of Syria is safe from violence.

  • Hostage taking, terrorism, unexploded ordnance, and aerial bombardment pose significant risk of death or serious injury. The destruction of infrastructure, housing, medical facilities, schools, and power and water utilities has also increased hardships in Syria.
  • The U.S. government strongly warns private U.S. citizens against traveling to Syria to engage in armed conflict. The U.S. government does not support this activity. U.S. citizens who undertake such activity face extreme personal risks, including hostage taking by armed groups, injury, or death.  

  Terrorism

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

  • Bombings, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and assassinations remain a threat in parts of Syria. 
  • Providing material support or resources to designated foreign terrorist organizations, including designated ISIS and al-Qa’ida (AQ) affiliates, is a crime under U.S. law. It can result in prison time and large fines.

  Hostage taking

  Hostage taking of U.S. citizens and other foreign nationals is a risk throughout the country.  

  Crime

  There is a risk of violent and non-violent crime throughout the country affecting all residents regardless of nationality. This includes scams, kidnapping, armed robbery, and assault. Police struggle to respond to crime in rural locations due to limited resources.

  Other

  Unexploded ordinance

  Landmines and unexploded ordinance are a hazard in Syria, especially in rural areas. Avoid roadside ditches, shoulders, and unmarked trails. Never touch anything resembling unexploded ordinance.

  Air travel

  The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) and a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) advising against travel to Syria due to risks to civil aviation operating within or nearby Syria.

  • For more information, U.S. citizens should consult the Federal Aviation Administration’s Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices.

  Maritime travel

  The U.S. Coast Guard determined Syrian ports do not have effective anti-terrorism measures.

  • Vessels that arrive in U.S. ports from Syrian ports must meet additional U.S. Coast Guard conditions of entry as described in the current Port Security Advisory, International Port Security Program - Port Security Advisory. 
  • Mariners and passengers traveling through Syrian ports should exercise caution and implement enhanced security measures.  

  Czech Protecting Power in Damascus

  The U.S. government suspended U.S. Embassy operations in 2012. Czechia serves as the protecting power for the United States in Syria. 

  The Czech Protecting Power provides emergency services only to U.S. citizens, including:

  • Acceptance of applications for emergency passports
  • Consular Report of Death Abroad (CRODA) applications
  • Emergency financial assistance
  • Assistance to detained U.S. nationals
  • Welfare and whereabouts checks for U.S. citizens when security conditions permit 

  For routine consular services, including applying for a full-validity U.S. passport or Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA), and notarial services, U.S. citizens must visit a U.S. embassy or consulate outside Syria or return to the United States.  

• Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000: Spain - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
  Exercise increased caution

  in Spain due to terrorism and unrest.

  Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Spain. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning and target:

  • Tourist locations
  • Transportation centers like airports and train stations
  • Markets and shopping malls
  • Local government facilities
  • Hotels, clubs, and restaurants
  • Places of worship and educational institutions
  • Parks
  • Major sporting and cultural events

  Demonstrations are common. They may take place in response to political or economic issues, on politically significant holidays, and during international events.

  Reconsider travel to Ceuta due to unrest.
   

• Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000: Bangladesh - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
  Exercise increased caution

  in Bangladesh due to unrest, crime, terrorism, and kidnapping. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

  Unrest

  Protests can occur and turn violent without notice. Avoid all gatherings, even peaceful ones.

  Crime
  

  In Bangladesh’s major cities, common crimes include muggings, burglaries, assaults, and illegal drug trafficking.

  Stay aware of petty crime in crowded areas, such as pickpocketing. These crimes tend to be based on time and location. There is no evidence that foreigners are targeted because of their country of origin.

  Terrorism

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

  Kidnapping

  There is risk of kidnapping in the Chittagong Hill Tracts Region, areas near the border with Burma, and refugee camps near Cox’s Bazar. Review the Risks in Specific Areas section to learn more. 

  Restrictions on movement for U.S. government employees

  U.S. citizens in Bangladesh are advised to take similar precautions as U.S. government employees.

  • U.S. government employees in Bangladesh must consult with the embassy security office before any overnight travel within Dhaka, or before any travel outside Dhaka for non-essential reasons. They must take appropriate security and accountability precautions during this travel.

  The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Bangladesh, particularly outside of Dhaka. This is due to these travel restrictions, a lack of infrastructure, and limited emergency responses from the local government.

  Do not travel to:

  • Chittagong Hill Tracts Region for any reason due to unrest, crime, terrorism, and kidnapping.
  • Areas near the border with Burma and refugee camps near Cox’s Bazar for any reason due to unrest, crime, and kidnapping.
• Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000: Mongolia - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
  

  There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. 

  Exercise normal precautions in Mongolia.

  Advisory summary

  Mongolia is generally a safe destination for travelers. Review our travel guidance for Mongolia to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

  If you decide to travel to Mongolia:   

  • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency.
  • Review the Country Security Report for Mongolia.  
  • Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States. 
  • Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the International Travel Checklist. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel, especially if you plan on engaging in outdoor activities. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.
• Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000: Laos - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution - travel.state.gov: Travel Advisories
  

  There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators.  Advisory summary updated.

  Exercise increased caution in Laos due to crime, unrest, and unexploded ordnances.   Some areas have increased risk.  Read the entire Travel Advisory.

  Increased Risk Areas:

  • Reconsider Travel to Xaisomboun Province due to civil unrest 
  • Exercise Increased Caution in areas on the Border with Burma, Savannakhet, Xieng Khouang, Salavan, Khammouane, Sekong, Champasak, Houaphanh, Attapeu, Luang Prabang, and Vientiane provinces, along Route 7 (from Route 13 to the Vietnam border), Route 9 (Savannakhet to the Vietnam border), and Route 20 (Pakse to Salavan) due to crime.
  • Exercise Increased Caution in areas of Savannakhet, Xieng Khouang, Salavan, Khammouane, Sekong, Champasak, Houaphanh, Attapeu, Luang Prabang, and Vientiane provinces, as well as along Route 7 due to unexploded ordnances.

  Advisory summary:

  Review our Travel Guidance for Laos to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

  Avoid Special Economic Zones (SEZs), especially the Bokeo SEZ (also known as the Golden Triangle SEZ) and Boten SEZ.  Scam centers and transnational criminal organizations that operate within these zones increase the risk of crime.

  Specific areas of risks:

  Reconsider Travel to Xaisomboun Province due to civil unrest.

  There is a continued threat of violence in Xaisomboun Province.

  The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Xaisomboun Province.  U.S. government employees must obtain special authorization to travel to Xaisomboun Province.

  Exercise Increased Caution in areas on the Border with Burma, Savannakhet, Xieng Khouang, Salavan, Khammouane, Sekong, Champasak, Houaphanh, Attapeu, Luang Prabang, and Vientiane provinces, along Route 7 (from Route 13 to the Vietnam border), Route 9 (Savannakhet to the Vietnam border), and Route 20 (Pakse to Salavan) due to crime.

  • Avoid remote areas along the border with Burma due to crime.
  • Bandits, drug traffickers, and other people involved in illegal activities operate in these areas, along with armed groups that are against the Burmese government.

  Exercise Increased Caution in areas of Savannakhet, Xieng Khouang, Salavan, Khammouane, Sekong, Champasak, Houaphanh, Attapeu, Luang Prabang, and Vientiane provinces, as well as along Route 7 due to unexploded ordnances.

  There are large numbers of unexploded ordnance remaining from the Indochina War in these areas:

  • Savannakhet, Xieng Khouang, Salavan, Khammouane, Sekong, Champasak, Houaphanh, Attapeu, Luang Prabang, and Vientiane provinces.  
  • Along Route 7 (from Route 13 to the Vietnam border), Route 9 (Savannakhet to the Vietnam border), and Route 20 (Pakse to Salavan).

  Avoid Special Economic Zones (SEZs), especially the Bokeo SEZ (also known as the Golden Triangle SEZ) and Boten SEZ.  Scam centers and transnational criminal organizations that operate within these zones increase the risk of crime.

  If you decide to travel to Laos:

  • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate.  Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency.
  • Review the Country Security Report for Laos.   
  • Review our information on Crime Abroad and for Victims of Crime.
  • Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.
  • Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC website for the latest Travel Health Information for New Caledonia.
  • Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the International Travel Checklist.
    
  • We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation 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

Your homeland government maintains a listing of travel and safety alerts with information and advice on developing situations that may affect the safety and well-being of travelers and vacationers. We use RSS feeds to attempt to maintain regularly updated information on the security, entry and exit requirements, health conditions, local laws and culture, natural disasters and climate, and how to find help when you are in a specific nation.

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.