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Monday 16 June

2 updates

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US Travel AdvisoriesNiassa Province / Cabo Delgado Province / Nampula Province / Mozambique

U.S. State Department Lowers Mozambique Travel Advisory to Level 2

The U.S. Department of State lowered Mozambique's travel advisory from Level 3 to Level 2 due to a decrease in election-related protests, but added the Niassa Special Reserve to the Do Not Travel list. Cabo Delgado Province, the Niassa Special Reserve, and parts of northern Nampula Province remain Level 4 due to terrorism. Protests can turn violent and block roads, violent crime is common, and health infrastructure is weak.

Impact and considerations: The lowered advisory level may affect corporate travel policies, but high-risk northern areas still require strict avoidance, especially for businesses involved in resources, hunting, or remote operations.

08:00Risk & operations

US Travel AdvisoriesIndia / Ladakh / Manipur / Jammu and Kashmir

U.S. State Department Updates India Travel Advisory with Entry Requirements

The U.S. Department of State reissued India's Level 2 travel advisory with updates to entry/exit requirements. The advisory cites crime and terrorism risks and lists multiple Do Not Travel areas, including Jammu and Kashmir (except eastern Ladakh), the India-Pakistan border, parts of central and east India, and Manipur. It also notes that satellite phones and GPS devices are illegal in India, with penalties up to $200,000 or three years in jail.

Impact and considerations: The updated entry requirements and device ban directly affect corporate travel compliance, and itineraries involving high-risk areas in India need reassessment.

Thursday 12 June

1 updates

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US Travel AdvisoriesDominican Republic

U.S. State Department Issues Level 2 Travel Advisory for Dominican Republic

The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 travel advisory for the Dominican Republic, urging increased caution due to crime. Despite increased police presence in tourist areas, violent crime remains a concern nationwide, including robbery, homicide, and sexual assault. The advisory advises not displaying wealth, being wary of meeting individuals from online in secluded locations, and paying attention to surroundings.

Impact and considerations: The advisory affects business and leisure travelers to the Dominican Republic, and organizations need to assess employee safety risks and travel policies.

Wednesday 11 June

1 updates

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US Travel AdvisoriesCanada

U.S. State Department Issues Level 1 Travel Advisory for Canada

The U.S. Department of State reissued Canada's Level 1 travel advisory, recommending normal precautions. Canada is generally a safe destination for travelers. The advisory advises U.S. citizens to always exercise caution abroad and provides general safety tips such as enrolling in STEP and reviewing the Country Security Report.

Impact and considerations: The Level 1 advisory indicates low travel risk in Canada, with limited impact on corporate travel policies, though routine safety measures are still recommended.

Thursday 5 June

1 updates

Friday 30 May

1 updates

Thursday 29 May

1 updates

Wednesday 28 May

4 updates

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US Travel AdvisoriesParis / France

U.S. State Department: France Travel Advisory Remains Level 2, Exercise Increased Caution

The U.S. Department of State rates France at Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution due to terrorism and unrest. It says terrorist groups may continue to plan attacks with little or no warning, with possible targets including tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets, government facilities, hotels and restaurants, places of worship, major sporting and cultural events, and educational institutions. Peaceful protests and strikes occur often in Paris and other cities, can disrupt transportation, and on rare occasions turn violent or cause property damage, with police possibly responding with water cannons and tear gas. Pickpocketing and phone thefts are frequent in crowded places such as ai…

Impact and considerations: France remains at Level 2, meaning companies traveling to France should monitor terrorism threats and potential transport disruptions from protests and strikes, and remind employees to guard against pickpocketing and phone theft in crowded places.

08:00Risk & operations

US Travel AdvisoriesParis / France

US State Department Keeps France at Level 2 Travel Advisory

The U.S. Department of State reissued its France travel advisory after a periodic review, keeping it at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) due to terrorism and civil unrest. Pickpocketing and phone thefts are common in crowded places such as airports, subways and train cars, tourist attractions, and train stations. Terrorist groups may plan attacks with little or no warning, with possible targets including tourist locations, transportation hubs and airports, markets and shopping malls, local government facilities, hotels, restaurants and clubs, places of worship, major sporting and cultural events, educational institutions, and parks. Peaceful demonstrations and strikes occur often in Par…

Impact and considerations: France remains at Level 2, with continued terrorism and civil unrest risks. Business travel requires attention to how demonstrations and strikes disrupt transportation. Pickpocketing and phone theft are common in transport hubs and tourist areas, affecting employee property security and itineraries.

08:00Risk & operations

US Travel AdvisoriesKorean Peninsula / Busan / South Korea / Seoul

U.S. State Department: South Korea Travel Advisory Remains Level 1, Exercise Normal Precautions

The U.S. Department of State rates South Korea at Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions. It notes large-scale demonstrations may occur with little notice, potentially disrupting transportation and other essential services; tensions on the Korean Peninsula remain high, and North Korea continues missile launches and other military activities that may increase tensions. It advises travelers to monitor local developments and remain vigilant, and notes the South Korean government conducts civil emergency drills throughout the year. It also notes consular services, including passport services, are not available at the U.S. Consulate in Busan and are only available at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul.

Impact and considerations: South Korea remains at Level 1, but the advisory notes demonstrations may disrupt transportation, tensions on the Korean Peninsula, and limited consular services in Busan. Companies traveling to South Korea should monitor local developments and consular arrangements.

08:00Risk & operations

US Travel AdvisoriesKorean Peninsula / South Korea

US State Department Keeps South Korea at Level 1 Travel Advisory

The U.S. Department of State updated its South Korea travel advisory, keeping it at Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions). The update reflects information on demonstrations and an ongoing physician shortage. Large-scale demonstrations related to the domestic political situation may occur with little notice and could disrupt transportation and other essential services. Tensions on the Korean Peninsula remain high, and North Korea continues missile launches and other military activities. The South Korean government conducts civil emergency drills throughout the year. Consular services, including passport services, are not available at the U.S. Consulate in Busan and are only available at the…

Impact and considerations: South Korea remains at Level 1, so the overall risk rating for business travel is unchanged, but demonstrations may disrupt transportation and other essential services, requiring itinerary flexibility. The lack of consular services in Busan affects emergency document arrangements for U.S. staff in South Korea.

Tuesday 27 May

2 updates

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US Travel AdvisoriesSouth Africa / Cape Town

US State Department Updates South Africa Level 2 Travel Advisory

The U.S. Department of State updated its South Africa travel advisory, keeping it at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, and kidnapping. The update reflects information on driving at night and adds the terrorism risk indicator. Violent crime is common, including robbery, rape, carjacking, and mugging, as well as "smash-and-grab" attacks on vehicles; it is more common in downtown areas of big cities, especially after dark. Kidnapping is a threat, with kidnappers targeting U.S. citizens and other foreign travelers to steal money; captors often force victims to withdraw cash or give online account passwords before release, and in rare cases demand ransom…

Impact and considerations: The updated South Africa advisory adds a terrorism risk indicator, so business travel requires attention to night driving and terrorism risks. U.S. government restrictions on travel to informal settlements around Cape Town—special authorization, armored vehicles, and limited visiting hours—reflect operational constrai…

08:00Risk & operations

US Travel AdvisoriesSouth Africa / Cape Town

US State Department Keeps South Africa at Level 2 Travel Advisory

The U.S. Department of State keeps South Africa at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) due to crime, terrorism, unrest, and kidnapping. Violent crime is common, including robbery, rape, carjacking, and mugging, as well as "smash-and-grab" attacks on vehicles; it is more common in downtown areas of big cities, especially after dark. Kidnapping is a threat, with kidnappers targeting U.S. citizens and other foreign travelers to steal money; captors often force victims to withdraw cash or give online account passwords before release, and in rare cases demand ransom from families. There is a risk of terrorist violence. Demonstrations, protests, and strikes occur frequently and can start suddenl…

Impact and considerations: South Africa remains at Level 2, with continued crime and kidnapping risks that affect employee safety and property security on business travel. U.S. government restrictions on travel to informal settlements around Cape Town—special authorization, armored vehicles, and limited visiting hours—reflect operational constr…

Friday 23 May

1 updates

Thursday 22 May

2 updates

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US Travel AdvisoriesLiechtenstein

US State Department Keeps Liechtenstein at Level 1 Travel Advisory

The U.S. Department of State reissued its Liechtenstein travel advisory after a periodic review, keeping it at Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions). It advises travelers to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages and alerts from the U.S. Embassy and make it easier to locate them in an emergency; review the Country Security Report for Liechtenstein; prepare a plan for emergency situations; review the International Traveler's Checklist; and visit the CDC page for the latest Travelers' Health Information. It also states the U.S. government does not provide insurance for U.S. citizens overseas and highly recommends buying insurance before travel, checking wit…

Impact and considerations: Liechtenstein remains at Level 1, so the overall risk rating is unchanged. The advisory emphasizes that the U.S. government does not provide insurance overseas, so business travel requires arranging evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage independently.

08:00Risk & operations

US Travel AdvisoriesVanuatu / Port Vila

US State Department Lowers Vanuatu to Level 1 Travel Advisory

The U.S. Department of State updated its Vanuatu travel advisory, lowering it from Level 3 to Level 1 due to ongoing recovery efforts and removing the Natural Disaster (N) indicator. It advises normal precautions. Infrastructure and roads in Port Vila and the surrounding area were damaged during the December 2024 earthquake, with repairs in progress. Travelers are advised to monitor local reports and updates from the Vanuatu government and follow instructions from local authorities; some areas may still be undergoing repairs and access could be restricted.

Impact and considerations: Vanuatu's downgrade from Level 3 to Level 1 reflects post-earthquake recovery progress and lowers the overall risk rating for business travel. However, infrastructure and roads in Port Vila and the surrounding area are still being repaired, and access may be restricted in some areas, requiring attention to local gover…

Tuesday 20 May

1 updates

Friday 16 May

2 updates

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US Travel AdvisoriesHuancavelica / Cusco / Cusco City / Loreto Region / Peru / Junín / Ayacucho / Machu Picchu

Peru - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

The U.S. Department of State reissued its Peru travel advisory after a periodic review, keeping the country at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) due to crime, civil unrest, and kidnapping risk. The Colombia-Peru border area in the Loreto Region and the Valley of the Apurímac, Ene, and Mantaro Rivers (VRAEM, including Vilcabamba) are Level 4 (Do Not Travel), as are some areas within Ayacucho, Cusco, Huancavelica, and Junín. The city of Cusco and nearby tourist sites such as the Sacred Valley, the Inca Trail, and Machu Picchu are not in the affected area.

Impact and considerations: Peru is a significant business and tourism destination in Latin America. The Level 4 zones cover border and VRAEM areas, so employers should verify whether itineraries touch restricted zones. Demonstrations can shut down roads, trains, and major highways without warning, disrupting airport access and intercity travel.

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US Travel AdvisoriesKyrgyz Republic / Tajikistan / Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Oblast / Rasht Valley / Vakhsh Valley / Afghanistan

Tajikistan - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

The U.S. Department of State reissued its Tajikistan travel advisory after a periodic review, keeping the country at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) due to terrorism risk, unexploded landmines, occasional violence near the Kyrgyz Republic border, and limited ability to assist U.S.-Tajik dual nationals. The border with Afghanistan and the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Oblast (GBAO) are Level 3 (Reconsider Travel). Following the March 13, 2025 signing and ratification of bilateral agreements between the Kyrgyz Republic and Tajikistan, cross-border movement resumed at the Guliston–Kyzyl-Bel and Madaniyat–Kayragach crossing points.

Impact and considerations: Tajikistan sits on key Central Asian routes, and restrictions on border areas and GBAO directly affect overland movement and project staffing. The reopening of Kyrgyz-Tajik crossings is a positive change for cross-border logistics and personnel, but GBAO still requires travel permits for non-Tajik citizens, and author…

Thursday 15 May

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Tuesday 13 May

2 updates

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US Travel AdvisoriesGermany / Europe

Germany - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

The U.S. Department of State lists Germany at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) due to terrorism. Terrorist groups and lone actors remain a constant threat in Germany and Europe, attacking people in public locations with knives, small arms, rudimentary explosive devices, and vehicles, potentially with little or no warning. Potential targets include tourist locations, transportation centers (airports, train or bus stations), markets and shopping malls, local government facilities, hotels, clubs and restaurants, places of worship and educational institutions, parks, major sporting and cultural events, and schools.

Impact and considerations: Germany is a core European business travel and trade fair destination. The Level 2 rating signals a persistent terrorism risk, so employers should monitor security arrangements at major events, transport hubs, and public venues and review staff travel safety guidance.

08:00Risk & operations

US Travel AdvisoriesGermany / Europe

Germany - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

The U.S. Department of State reissued its Germany travel advisory after a periodic review with updates to the Advisory Summary, keeping the country at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) due to terrorism. Terrorist groups and lone actors remain a constant threat in Germany and Europe, attacking people in public locations with knives, small arms, rudimentary explosive devices, and vehicles, potentially with little or no warning. The advisory recommends being aware of surroundings, following local authorities' instructions, monitoring local media and adjusting plans, enrolling in STEP, reviewing the Country Security Report, preparing an emergency plan, and buying insurance.

Impact and considerations: This update covers the Advisory Summary; Germany remains at Level 2 with a persistent terrorism risk. As a core European business travel and trade fair destination, employers should monitor security at major events, transport hubs, and public venues and verify staff travel safety guidance and insurance coverage.

Monday 12 May

2 updates

08:00Risk & operations

US Travel AdvisoriesSpain

Spain - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

The U.S. Department of State reissued its Spain travel advisory after a periodic review with minor edits, keeping the country at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) due to terrorism and civil unrest. Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Spain, which may occur with little or no warning and target tourist locations, transportation centers (airports/train stations), markets and shopping malls, local government facilities, hotels, clubs and restaurants, places of worship and educational institutions, parks, and major sporting and cultural events. Demonstrations are common and may occur over political or economic issues, on politically significant holidays, and during internat…

Impact and considerations: Spain is a major European destination for business travel, MICE, and tourism. The Level 2 rating signals both terrorism and demonstration risks. Employers should monitor security at major events and transport hubs and note that demonstrations may disrupt urban transport and itineraries.

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US Travel AdvisoriesGuyana

Guyana - Level 3: Reconsider Travel

The U.S. Department of State reissued its Guyana travel advisory after a periodic review with minor changes, keeping the country at Level 3 (Reconsider Travel) due to crime. Violent crime, including murder and armed robbery, is common, especially at night; local police often lack the resources to respond effectively to serious criminal incidents. Travellers are advised to be extra vigilant at banks or ATMs, avoid walking or driving at night, not resist robbery attempts, avoid displaying signs of wealth, enroll in STEP, review the Country Security Report, prepare a contingency plan, and buy insurance.

Impact and considerations: Guyana is an emerging energy and resources investment destination in South America. The Level 3 rating signals elevated violent crime risk and limited police response capacity, so employers should assess travel security arrangements, nighttime movement restrictions, and staff protection measures.

Thursday 8 May

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