The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 travel advisory for Nepal due to natural disasters. Nepal regularly experiences earthquakes, floods, and landslides. Medical services are limited. Some areas have increased risk, such as Rasuwa district due to flood damage.
The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 1 advisory for Bhutan, indicating it is generally safe. However, medical services are limited, especially in rural areas. Bhutan regularly experiences flooding, landslides, and wildfires, and is vulnerable to earthquakes.
The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 travel advisory for Tajikistan due to terrorism, unexploded landmines, and limited ability to assist dual nationals. Some areas have increased risk, including the Afghan border and Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Oblast.
The US State Department has issued a Level 2 travel advisory for Bosnia and Herzegovina, urging increased caution due to crime, landmines, and terrorism. Recent politically related unrest has not impacted tourists but poses a risk to bystanders. Sarajevo has high rates of property crime, and landmines and unexploded ordnance remain a hazard, with deaths as recent as August 2025.
The US State Department maintains a Level 1 travel advisory for Montenegro, advising normal precautions. Montenegro is generally safe, but travelers are encouraged to enroll in STEP, purchase travel insurance, and check CDC health information.
The U.S. State Department has updated its travel advisory for Kenya, maintaining Level 2 but adding an 'other' risk indicator. Nairobi neighborhoods of Eastleigh and Kibera, and counties of Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, Lamu, Tana River, and coastal areas north of Malindi are listed as 'Do Not Travel' due to kidnapping and terrorism. West Pokot and western Turkana counties are also 'Do Not Travel' due to crime.
The U.S. State Department has issued a Level 2 advisory for Laos due to crime, unrest, and unexploded ordnance. Reconsider travel to Xaisomboun Province due to civil unrest. Crime risk exists in areas bordering Burma and several provinces, and unexploded ordnance is present in parts of the country.
The U.S. State Department has issued a Level 2 advisory for Kenya due to risks of crime, kidnapping, terrorism, unrest, health, and traffic safety. Violent crimes include armed carjacking, mugging, home invasion, sexual assault, and kidnapping for ransom. Terrorists may target government buildings, tourist locations, transportation hubs, hotels, and more. Demonstrations and strikes can turn violent, disrupting traffic. Medical services are limited, and traffic accidents are common.
The U.S. Department of State has issued a Level 2 travel advisory for Uruguay, urging increased caution due to crime. Crime is most prevalent in the departments of Montevideo, Canelones, Maldonado, and Rivera. Violent crimes include homicide, armed robbery, carjacking, and theft. Criminals often operate in pairs on motorcycles, approaching victims with weapons to demand belongings. Armed criminals also target grocery stores, restaurants, financial centers, and small businesses.
The U.S. State Department has updated its Level 2 advisory for Uruguay due to crime. Crime is most common in Montevideo, Canelones, Maldonado, and Rivera, including homicide, armed robbery, carjacking, and theft. Travelers are advised to be aware of surroundings, avoid ATMs at night or in remote areas, not display wealth, and have security plans.
The U.S. State Department has issued a Level 2 advisory for Laos due to crime, unrest, and unexploded ordnance. Reconsider travel to Xaisomboun Province due to civil unrest. Areas bordering Burma and several provinces have crime risks, and unexploded ordnance is present in parts of the country. Avoid Special Economic Zones, especially Bokeo and Boten, due to scam centers and organized crime.
The U.S. State Department has issued a Level 2 advisory for The Bahamas due to crime. Violent crime includes armed robberies, burglaries, and sexual assaults, primarily in Nassau and Freeport. Water activities are poorly regulated, with reports of sexual assaults by jet ski operators; U.S. government employees are prohibited from using jet skis from independent operators. Firearms and ammunition are illegal, and offenders may face detention. Hurricane season requires weather awareness.
The US State Department has updated its travel advisory for Gabon, maintaining Level 2, recommending increased caution due to unrest, crime, and health concerns. Demonstrations and protests may occur without warning, particularly in Libreville and Port-Gentil. Crime is common, including robbery, vehicle break-ins, and residential burglaries. Medical facilities are limited, with potential shortages of basic medications.
The US State Department has issued a Level 2 travel advisory for Gabon, recommending increased caution due to unrest, crime, and health concerns. Demonstrations and protests may occur without warning, particularly in Libreville and Port-Gentil. Crime is common, including robbery, vehicle break-ins, and residential burglaries. Medical care is limited, with potential shortages of basic medications.
The U.S. Department of State issued a travel advisory for Comoros, maintaining a Level 2 "Exercise Increased Caution" rating due to crime, unrest, and health risks. There is no full-time official U.S. presence in Comoros, and consular services for U.S. citizens are provided by the U.S. embassy in Madagascar. Petty crime is common, piracy has been reported at sea, and protests occur spontaneously, mostly in Moroni, with some turning violent. Healthcare, including ambulance services, is limited in Moroni and very limited in rural areas, where medical evacuation is often needed for significant injuries and illnesses.
The U.S. Department of State updated its Comoros travel advisory, keeping the Level 2 "Exercise Increased Caution" rating unchanged while adding a "health" risk indicator and updating the advisory summary. Reasons remain crime, unrest, and health. There is no full-time official U.S. presence in Comoros; consular services are provided by the U.S. embassy in Madagascar. Guidance includes avoiding demonstrations and crowds, having evacuation plans that do not rely on U.S. government assistance, purchasing medical evacuation insurance, and carrying prescription medication in original packaging with enough supply for the trip.
The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 1 "Exercise Normal Precautions" travel advisory for Czechia. Czechia is generally considered a safe destination for travelers, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty crime such as pickpocketing, especially in tourist areas and on public transportation. The advisory advises following local laws and guidance from Czech authorities.
The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 "Exercise Increased Caution" travel advisory for Benin due to 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." U.S. government employees may not travel to Alibori, Atacora, and areas around Parakou without Ambassador approval. Safety risks prevent emergency consular services in the identified border areas.
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 issued a Level 2 travel advisory for Italy, urging travelers to exercise increased caution. The advisory cites the risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Italy. It also notes that petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist locations and on public transportation including trains, and that most crimes against foreigners are crimes of opportunity such as purse snatching, pickpocketing and car break-ins.