The U.S. Department of State advises normal precautions in Thailand. Thailand is generally safe, but increased caution is advised near the Thai-Cambodian border due to armed conflict risk, and in Yala, Pattani, and Narathiwat provinces due to unrest.
The U.S. Department of State advises increased caution in Indonesia due to natural disasters, unrest, and terrorism. Some areas have higher risk, including Central Papua and Highland Papua, where travel is not advised due to civil unrest. Demonstrations are frequent and can turn violent. Natural disasters like earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions may disrupt transportation.
The U.S. State Department issued a travel advisory for Guinea due to crime, unrest, and inadequate health infrastructure, recommending increased caution. U.S. government personnel are prohibited from intercity travel at night. Crime is common in Conakry, and demonstrations may turn violent and disrupt transportation. Health infrastructure is limited, and drinking water is unsafe.
The U.S. State Department issued a travel advisory for Malawi due to crime and unrest, recommending increased caution. Violent crime such as theft, burglary, and assault is common, and police resources are limited. Demonstrations may occur frequently due to political issues, with tear gas and roadblocks. Travelers are advised to avoid demonstrations, have an emergency plan, and purchase travel insurance.
The U.S. State Department updated the Guinea travel advisory, maintaining Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) due to crime, unrest, and inadequate health infrastructure. The advisory includes a ban on U.S. government personnel traveling between cities at night, crime risks in Conakry, potential disruptions from demonstrations, and limited health facilities. Travelers are advised to avoid demonstrations, stay alert, and purchase travel insurance.
The U.S. Department of State updated its Benin travel advisory, keeping the Level 2 "Exercise Increased Caution" rating unchanged while adding an "unrest" risk indicator and updating the advisory summary. Reasons remain unrest, crime, terrorism, and kidnapping. Areas bordering Burkina Faso, Niger, and the Nigerian states of Kebbi, Niger, and Kwara are Level 4 "Do Not Travel." Military activity and civil unrest may lead to road and land border closures and impact operations at Cotonou International Airport.
The U.S. Department of State has updated its travel advisory for Guinea-Bissau, maintaining Level 3: Reconsider Travel, but removing the 'Crime' indicator and adding the 'Other' indicator. The advisory summary was updated. Risks include unrest, inadequate health infrastructure, and landmines. There is no U.S. embassy or consulate in Guinea-Bissau; consular services are provided by the U.S. embassy in Dakar, Senegal. The country has experienced decades of political instability, including political unrest in November 2025. Landmines and unexploded ordnance exist throughout the country, with the greatest risk in Bafata, Oio, Biombo, Quinara, and Tombali.
The U.S. Department of State has issued a travel advisory for Guinea-Bissau, maintaining Level 3: Reconsider Travel due to unrest, inadequate health infrastructure, and landmines. There is no U.S. embassy or consulate in Guinea-Bissau, and the U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services; consular services are provided by the U.S. embassy in Dakar, Senegal. The country has experienced decades of political instability, including political unrest in November 2025. Health infrastructure is inadequate, and landmines and unexploded ordnance exist throughout the country, with the greatest risk in Bafata, Oio, Biombo, Quinara, and Tombali.
The U.S. Department of State has issued a travel advisory for Liberia, maintaining Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution due to crime, unrest, and health risks. Violent crime such as armed robbery is common in urban areas, crowded markets, and public beaches, and local police lack resources to respond effectively. Demonstrations occur regularly and may result in violence or tear gas, disrupting transportation and essential services. Liberia's health infrastructure is inadequate, with limited medical services. U.S. government employees are prohibited from traveling outside the capital or between counties after dark, except for travel to and from Roberts International Airport.
The U.S. Department of State has updated its travel advisory for Liberia, maintaining Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution, but adding a 'health' risk indicator. The advisory summary was updated. Risks include crime, unrest, and health. Violent crime such as armed robbery is common in urban areas, crowded markets, and public beaches, and local police lack resources to respond effectively. Demonstrations occur regularly and may result in violence or tear gas. Liberia's health infrastructure is inadequate, with limited medical services. U.S. government employees are prohibited from traveling outside the capital or between counties after dark, except for travel to and from Roberts International…
The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 'Exercise Increased Caution' travel advisory for Madagascar due to crime, unrest and health, with some areas at increased risk. Violent crime such as armed robbery and assault occurs throughout the country, particularly after dark, in remote areas and along major national roads in the south and west. Petty crime is common, especially in tourist locations. Strikes and protest activity related to political and economic conditions occur regularly, particularly near elections. Medical infrastructure is very limited in populated areas and extremely limited in rural areas, and serious medical emergencies require medical evacuation.
The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 travel advisory for Cambodia, recommending increased caution. Reasons include crime, unrest, and unexploded ordnance. Some areas carry increased risk. Areas along the Cambodian-Thai border are marked Do Not Travel due to unrest. Phnom Penh requires increased caution due to crime. Battambang, Banteay Meanchey, Pursat, Siem Reap, Pailin, Kampong Thom, and Preah Vihear provinces require increased caution due to unexploded ordnance.