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Mali - Level 4: Do Not Travel

DOS | main_feed | Jan 09, 2026

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 operations...

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Czechia - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions

DOS | main_feed | Jan 08, 2026

Exercise normal precaution in 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...

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Benin - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

DOS | main_feed | Jan 07, 2026

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...

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Palau - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions

DOS | main_feed | Jan 07, 2026

Exercise normal precaution in 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.

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Grenada - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

DOS | main_feed | Jan 05, 2026

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...

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Belarus - Level 4: Do Not Travel

DOS | main_feed | Dec 29, 2025

Do not travel to 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...

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Russia - Level 4: Do Not Travel

DOS | main_feed | Dec 29, 2025

Do not travel to 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...

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Russia - Level 4: Do Not Travel

DOS | main_feed | Dec 29, 2025

There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Advisory summary Do not travel to Russia due to: Danger associated with the continuing war between Russia and Ukraine. The risk of harassment or wrongful detention by Russian security officials. The...

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Portugal - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions

DOS | main_feed | Dec 23, 2025

Exercise normal precaution in 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 trip.

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Belarus - Level 4: Do Not Travel

DOS | main_feed | Dec 22, 2025

There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Advisory summary Do not travel to Belarus due to: The risk of harassment by Belarusian security officials. The arbitrary enforcement of local laws. The potential for civil unrest. Danger associated with...

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Yemen - Level 4: Do Not Travel

DOS | main_feed | Dec 19, 2025

Do not travel in Yemen due to risk of terrorism , unrest , crime , health risks , kidnapping , and  landmines . U.S. citizens should not travel to Yemen for any reason. The U.S. Embassy in Sana’a suspended its operations in February 2015. The U.S. government is unable to provide emergency or...

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Cabo Verde - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions

DOS | main_feed | Dec 15, 2025

There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise normal precautions in Cabo Verde. Advisory Summary Cabo Verde is generally a safe destination for travelers. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Level 2 - Exercise...

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Guinea-Bissau - Level 3: Reconsider Travel

DOS | main_feed | Dec 11, 2025

Reconsider travel to 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...

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Liberia - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

DOS | main_feed | Dec 11, 2025

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 public...

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Syria - Level 4: Do Not Travel

DOS | main_feed | Dec 11, 2025

There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Do not travel to Syria for any reason due to the risk of terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, hostage taking, crime, and armed conflict . Advisory Summary Do not travel to Syria for any reason. The U.S....

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Guinea-Bissau - Level 3: Reconsider Travel

DOS | main_feed | Dec 11, 2025

There were no changes to the advisory level. The “Crime” indicator was removed. The “Other” indicator was added. The advisory summary was updated. Reconsider travel to Guinea-Bissau due to unrest , inadequate health infrastructure, and landmines . Advisory Summary There is no U.S. embassy or...

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Syria - Level 4: Do Not Travel

DOS | main_feed | Dec 11, 2025

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...

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Seychelles - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions

DOS | main_feed | Dec 09, 2025

There was no change to the advisory level. An area of increased risk was added. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise Normal Precautions in Seychelles . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Advisory summary Seychelles is generally a safe destination for travelers. Read...

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Mauritius - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

DOS | main_feed | Dec 08, 2025

Exercise increased caution in Mauritius due to crime . Crime Most crimes against foreigners are crimes of opportunity. This includes pickpocketing, purse snatchings, and petty thefts. Petty crime occurs in crowded outdoor shopping areas, beaches, and other tourist spots. It also happens near ATMs....

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Uganda - Level 4: Do Not Travel

DOS | main_feed | Dec 08, 2025

There was no change to the advisory level or indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Advisory Summary Crime Violent crime is a real danger in Uganda. This includes armed robbery, home invasion, and sexual assault. Crime can happen anytime. It is more common in larger cities, the Karamoja region,...

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Mauritius - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

DOS | main_feed | Dec 08, 2025

The advisory level was increased to 2. The “crime” indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution to Mauritius due to crime . Advisory summary Crime Most crimes against foreigners are crimes of opportunity. This includes pickpocketing, purse snatchings, and petty...

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Iran - Level 4: Do Not Travel

DOS | main_feed | Dec 05, 2025

Do not travel to Iran due to the risk of terrorism , unrest , kidnapping , arbitrary arrest of U.S. citizens, and wrongful detention . Do not travel to Iran for any reason. U.S. citizens in Iran should leave immediately. There is no U.S. Embassy in Iran. Review our information on Travel to...

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Iran - Level 4: Do Not Travel

DOS | main_feed | Dec 05, 2025

There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Do Not Travel to Iran due to the risk of terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, arbitrary arrest of U.S. citizens, and wrongful detention . Read the entire Travel Advisory. Advisory summary Do not travel to...

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