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Venezuela
Jun 27, 2026
Venezuela Travel Advisory
Reconsider travel to Venezuela due to risks of crime, kidnapping, terrorism, poor health infrastructure, and natural disasters. Several countries advise against all travel due to the dangerous security situation, political and economic instability, and the risk of arbitrary detention. Recent earthquakes have caused widespread damage and disruption. The U.S. Embassy in Caracas is providing limited emergency services, and other countries' consular assistance is severely limited.
Ukraine
Jun 24, 2026
Ukraine Travel Advisory
Multiple governments strongly advise against all travel to Ukraine due to the ongoing Russian military invasion and active armed conflict. The security situation is highly volatile, with frequent missile and drone strikes across the country, including in major cities and civilian infrastructure. Heavy fighting is occurring in parts of eastern and southern Ukraine, and the risk to life is serious. Consular services are severely limited.
South Sudan
Jun 24, 2026
South Sudan Travel Advisory
South Sudan faces a volatile security situation with ongoing armed conflicts, inter-ethnic violence, and high levels of violent crime, including carjackings, shootings, ambushes, assaults, robberies, and kidnappings. Foreign nationals are at risk of rape, sexual assault, and armed robbery. Landmines are also a significant hazard, particularly outside of Juba. The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency consular services.
Russia
Jun 18, 2026
Russia Travel Advisory
The U.S. Department of State advises U.S. citizens not to travel to Russia due to the ongoing war with Ukraine, the risk of terrorism, civil unrest, and wrongful detention by Russian security services. Russian authorities have a history of arbitrarily detaining foreign nationals, including U.S. citizens, and using them as bargaining chips. Consular assistance is extremely limited, and dual U.S.-Russian citizens face additional risks, including potential forced military service. Security incidents such as drone attacks and explosions have occurred in various cities.
Niger
Jun 18, 2026
Niger Travel Advisory
There is a high risk of terrorism, kidnapping, and violent crime in Niger. Political instability and ongoing conflict are significant concerns. Recent attacks have targeted urban centers, including the international airport in Niamey. Foreigners traveling outside of Niamey require military escorts, and areas under a state of emergency are off-limits. The U.S. government has ordered non-emergency employees and their families to depart due to safety risks.
Iran
Jun 17, 2026
Iran Travel Advisory
The security situation in Iran is extremely volatile due to regional tensions, the risk of attacks, and civil unrest. There is a high risk of arbitrary arrest, detention, and wrongful imprisonment, particularly for dual nationals. Terrorist attacks are a threat, and infrastructure has been targeted. Consular assistance is extremely limited.
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