U.S. citizen travelers
Enroll in STEP (step.state.gov) to receive alerts and ensure the U.S. can locate you in an emergency abroad.
In an emergency
Contact the nearest U.S. Embassy or call:
Advisory levels explained
The U.S. Department of State assigns each country a level (1–4). Know what they mean before your visa trip.
Level 1
Exercise Normal Precautions
Level 2
Exercise Increased Caution
Level 3
Reconsider Travel
Level 4
Do Not Travel
Why check travel advisories?
If you're traveling for a visa interview or to join family, check the advisory for your destination. It covers safety, entry requirements, and health info.
View travel advisoriesTravel Safety Checker (VisaNova)
Personalized safety score based on your visa status, destination, and airports
Travel Advisories by Country
Safety levels, alerts, and entry requirements
International Travel
Passports, vaccinations, country info
STEP Enrollment
Smart Traveler Enrollment—alerts and emergency contact
Replace or Certify Documents
Birth certificates, marriage records, apostille for use overseas
Congressional Liaison
Congressional inquiries for constituent visa and passport cases
International Parental Child Abduction
Resources if your child was abducted to or from the U.S.
All links go to official U.S. government sites.