US State Department Keeps South Africa at Level 2 Travel Advisory
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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…
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- US Travel AdvisoriesUS 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…