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61 | Equatorial GuineaExercise normal precautions in Equatorial Guinea. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Equatorial Guinea. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Equatorial Guinea has a low level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to Equatorial Guinea:
Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information. | ![]() |
62 | EritreaExercise increased caution in Eritrea due to travel restrictions, limited consular assistance, and landmines. Country Summary: The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Eritrea, as U.S. government employees must obtain special authorization to travel outside of Asmara. Eritrean law enforcement officials routinely block access to foreign nationals in detention. The U.S. Embassy therefore may not receive notification or be allowed access to you if you are detained or arrested. There are landmines in many remote areas in Eritrea, particularly in Nakfa, AdiKeih, Arezza, the 25 mile-wide region (40 km) between the Setit and Mereb Rivers, and in areas north and west of Keren, areas near Massawa, Ghinda, Agordat, Barentu, Dekemhare, and south of Tessenae. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Eritrea. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Eritrea has an unknown level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to Eritrea:
Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information. | ![]() |
63 | EstoniaExercise normal precautions in Estonia. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Estonia. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Estonia has a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to Estonia:
Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information. | ![]() |
64 | EswatiniExercise increased caution in Eswatini due to crime and civil unrest. Country Summary: Crime, including armed robbery and carjackings, are common in Eswatini. Local police may lack the resources to deal effectively with criminal incidents. Eswatini experienced multiple disruptive protests and demonstrations in July 2021. More protests are possible, and some prior protests have turned violent. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Eswatini. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Eswatini has a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to Eswatini:
Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information. | ![]() |
65 | EthiopiaReconsider travel to Ethiopia due to armed conflict, civil unrest, communications disruptions, crime, and the potential for terrorism and kidnapping in border areas. Do Not Travel To:
The situation in Addis Ababa is stable. However, there is armed conflict and civil unrest in other areas of Ethiopia, and the security situation may deteriorate without warning. The U.S. Embassy is unlikely to be able to assist with departure from the country if the security situation deteriorates. Due to armed conflict and civil unrest throughout parts of Ethiopia, travel by U.S. government personnel is routinely assessed for additional restrictions. Please see information on What the Department of State Can and Can't Do in a Crisis. U.S. officials have very limited consular access to U.S. citizens detained by Ethiopian authorities. The government of Ethiopia has previously restricted or shut down internet, cellular data, and phone services before, during, and after civil unrest. Telecommunication, electricity, and other public services remain largely unavailable in the Tigray region as well as other conflict areas. These restrictions impede the U.S. Embassy’s ability to communicate with and provide consular services to U.S. citizens in Ethiopia. The U.S. Embassy has limited ability to provide services to U.S. citizens outside of Addis Ababa. Please contact the Embassy’s American Citizen Services Unit at AddisACS@state.gov for further information. Read the country information page for additional information about travel to Ethiopia. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Ethiopia has a moderate level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to Ethiopia:
Tigray Region and Border with Eritrea—Do Not Travel Due to armed conflict, the Tigray Region and the border with Eritrea are currently off-limits for U.S. government personnel, with limited exceptions to support humanitarian capacity efforts. Due to the current situation in Tigray, the border roads with Eritrea are closed. Conditions at the border may change with no warning. Amhara Region – Do Not Travel Due to armed conflict, the Amhara Region is currently off-limits for U.S. government personnel, with limited exceptions to support humanitarian capacity and priority diplomatic engagement efforts. Afar Region – Do Not Travel Due to armed conflict, the Afar Region is currently off-limits for U.S. government personnel, with limited exceptions to support humanitarian capacity and priority diplomatic engagement efforts. Border Area with Somalia—Do Not Travel Terrorists maintain a presence in Somali towns near the Ethiopian border, presenting a risk of cross-border attacks and kidnappings. Landmines are present in this region. U.S. government personnel are not permitted to travel to the border areas with Somalia, with limited exceptions to support humanitarian capacity efforts. Border Areas with Sudan and South Sudan—Do Not Travel Crime, kidnapping, armed conflict, and the potential for ethnic conflict exist near the Ethiopian borders with Sudan and South Sudan. This includes but is not limited to the Nuer Zone and the Jore Woreda of the Agnuak Zone in the in Gambella region, and the Pawe, Guba, Dangur, Dibati, and Bulen Woredas, and the Metekel Zone in the Benishangul Gumuz region. U.S. government personnel are not permitted to travel to the border areas of Sudan and South Sudan, with limited exceptions to support humanitarian capacity efforts. Border Areas with Kenya – Do Not Travel Terrorists, particularly Al-Shabaab, maintain a presence in this area, and ethnic conflict has been reported. This includes but is not limited to the Konso Zone and surrounding areas. U.S. government personnel are not permitted to travel to the border areas with Kenya, with limited exceptions to support humanitarian capacity efforts. Oromo Region – Specific Zones – Do Not Travel The following towns and areas in Oromia due to ethnic violence: Horro-Guduru Wollega, East Wollega, West Wollega, Kelem Wollega, Nekemte, Ambo, Fiche, Chiro, Negele, and Wenchi Crater Lake. Visit our website for advice if you decide to Travel to High-Risk Areas. Last Update: Reissued with update to the travel advisory level for Ethiopia. | ![]() |
66 | FijiExercise normal precautions in Fiji. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Fiji. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Fiji has a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to Fiji:
Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information. | ![]() |
67 | FinlandExercise normal precautions in Finland. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Finland. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Finland has a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to Finland:
Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information. | ![]() |
68 | FranceExercise increased caution in France due to terrorism and civil unrest. Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in France. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, local government facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, parks, major sporting and cultural events, educational institutions, airports, and other public areas. Demonstrations in Paris and other major cities continue in France and are expected to continue in the coming weeks. Property damage, including looting and arson, in populated tourist areas has occurred with reckless disregard for public safety. Police have responded with water cannons, rubber bullets, and tear gas. The U.S. Embassy is advising official U.S. government travelers to avoid travel to Paris and other major cities in France on the weekends. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to France. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined France has a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to France:
Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information | ![]() |
69 | French GuianaExercise normal precautions in French Guiana. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to French Guiana. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined French Guiana has a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to French Guiana:
Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information. | ![]() |
70 | French PolynesiaExercise normal precautions in French Polynesia. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to French Polynesia. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined French Polynesia has a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to French Polynesia:
Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information. | ![]() |
71 | French West IndiesExercise normal precautions in the French West Indies, which includes the islands of Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Saint Martin, and Saint Barthélemy. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to the French West Indies. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined the French West Indies have a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel.
Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information. | ![]() |
72 | GabonExercise normal precautions in Gabon. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire travel advisory. Exercise Increased Caution in:
Read the country information page for additional information about travel to Gabon. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Gabon has a moderate level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to Gabon:
Libreville and Port Gentil – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution Crimes such as robbery, vehicle break-ins, and residential burglaries are common. Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information. | ![]() |
73 | GeorgiaExercise normal precautions in Georgia. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do Not Travel To:
Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Georgia. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Georgia has a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to Georgia:
South Ossetia and Abkhazia – Do Not Travel Russian troops and border guards occupy both South Ossetia and Abkhazia. The precise locations of administrative boundary lines are difficult to identify. Entering the occupied territories will likely result in your arrest, imprisonment, and/or a fine. Violent attacks and criminal incidents occur in the region. Landmines pose a danger to travelers near the boundary lines of both territories. The U.S. government is unable to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens traveling in South Ossetia and Abkhazia, as U.S. government employees are restricted from traveling there. Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas. Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information. | ![]() |
74 | GermanyExercise increased caution in Germany due to terrorism. Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Germany. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, local government facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, parks, major sporting and cultural events, educational institutions, airports, and other public areas. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Germany. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Germany has a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to Germany:
Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information. | ![]() |
75 | GhanaExercise increased caution in Ghana due to crime. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Exercise increased caution in:
Country summary: Violent crimes, such as carjacking and street mugging, do occur. These crimes often happen at night and in isolated locations. Exercise increased caution specifically due to crime:
The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens. Local police may lack the resources to respond effectively to more serious crimes. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Ghana. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Ghana has a moderate level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to Ghana:
Areas Near the Northern Border in the Upper East and Upper West Regions – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution U.S. citizens traveling in Ghana should exercise caution while visiting border areas, in particular the northern border, and be sure to stay abreast of any or Security Alerts affecting those areas. Due to security concerns over criminal activity in remote areas, travel of U.S. government personnel to the northern and northwestern border is currently limited. Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas. Parts of the Bono East, Bono, Savannah, Northern, North East, and Upper East Regions – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution Civil unrest due to tribal disputes can occur at any time. The likelihood for violence developing from a tribal dispute is greater in parts of these regions. Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas. Last Update: Reissued with updates on health information. | ![]() |
76 | GreeceExercise normal precautions in Greece. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Greece. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Greece has a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to Greece:
Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information. | ![]() |
77 | GrenadaExercise normal precautions in Grenada. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Grenada. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Grenada has a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to Grenada:
Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information. | ![]() |
78 | GuatemalaReconsider travel to Guatemala due to crime. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do not travel to:
Country Summary: Violent crime, such as armed robbery and murder, is common. Gang activity, such as extortion, violent street crime, and narcotics trafficking, is widespread. Local police may lack the resources to respond effectively to serious criminal incidents. U.S. Mission personnel are prohibited from traveling to/throughout the above-mentioned areas, but are permitted to travel throughout the rest of Guatemala, including Tikal, Antigua, Lake Atitlán, and Pacific coast areas in the Santa Rosa and Escuintla departments. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Guatemala. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Guatemala has a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to Guatemala:
San Marcos Department – Level 4: Do Not Travel All U.S. Mission personnel and family members are restricted from traveling to San Marcos Department for personal travel, with the exception of the city of San Marcos. Narcotics trafficking is widespread and large portions of the department are under the influence of drug trafficking organizations. Several municipalities lack police presence and local police may lack the resources to respond effectively to serious criminal incidents. Avoid areas outside of major roads and highways. Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas. Huehuetenango Department – Level 4: Do Not Travel All U.S. Mission personnel and family members are restricted from traveling to Huehuetenango Department for personal travel, with the exception of the city of Huehuetenango. Narcotics trafficking is widespread and large portions of the department are under the influence of drug trafficking organizations. Several municipalities lack police presence and local police may lack the resources to respond effectively to serious criminal incidents. Avoid areas outside of major roads and highways. Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas. Zone 18 and Villa Nueva within the Guatemala Department – Level 4: Do Not Travel U.S. government personnel and family members are free to travel within Guatemala City with the exception of zone 18 and the municipality of Villa Nueva. The following zones in Guatemala City are of elevated concern to Embassy security staff due to crime: 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 17, 19, 21, and 24. These zones do not overlap with the typical tourism and visitor areas, with the exception of Zone 13, in which Guatemala International Airport is located. Zone 13 should be avoided unless traveling directly to and from the airport itself. U.S. citizens should take appropriate security measures when traveling to and from the airport such as only using vetted transportation services, not displaying valuables or other signs of wealth, refrain from using mobile devices in public, and do not linger outside of the airport. U.S. citizens are advised not to hail taxis on the street in Guatemala City. Use radio-dispatched taxis (Taxi Amarillo), INGUAT approved taxis from the “SAFE” stand from the airport, hotel taxis, or vetted private drivers. Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas. Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information. | ![]() |
79 | GuineaExercise increased caution in Guinea due to civil unrest. Country Summary: Demonstrations occur frequently throughout the country and are often sporadic and unplanned, making it difficult to predict the size, route, level of violence, or congestion that may occur. Any demonstration may turn violent, resulting in injuries and even fatalities. Demonstrators may attack vehicles that attempt to pass through or around the protests, resulting in serious injuries and vehicular damage. Criminals are known to take advantage of the resulting traffic congestion to rob drivers, passengers, and pedestrians. Uniformed security forces may also extort drivers and passengers during these incidents. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Guinea. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Guinea has an unknown level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to Guinea:
Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information. | ![]() |
80 | Guinea-BissauReconsider travel to Guinea-Bissau due to civil unrest. Exercise increased caution due to crime. Country Summary: The country has experienced intermittent political instability for decades. Demonstrations occur frequently, and some have escalated into violence. Crime is fairly prevalent in Guinea-Bissau. Aggressive vendors, panhandlers, and occasionally criminals target foreigners at the Bissau airport and other crowded areas, especially Bandim Market in the center of the capital. Local police lack the resources to respond effectively to serious criminal incidents. The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens because there is no U.S. Embassy in Guinea-Bissau. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Guinea-Bissau. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Guinea-Bissau has a low level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to Guinea-Bissau:
Last Update: Reissued with updates to health, crime and civil unrest information.
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