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Dominican Republic Travel Advisory

By |June 18th, 2024|Categories: Advisory|Tags: , , |

Reissued after periodic review without changes. Exercise increased caution in the Dominican Republic due to crime. Country Summary: Violent crime, including armed robbery, homicide, and sexual assault, is a concern throughout the Dominican Republic. The development of a professional tourist police corps, institution of a 911 system in many parts of the country, and a concentration of resources in resort areas means these tend to be better policed than urban areas like Santo Domingo. The wide availability of weapons, the use and trade of illicit drugs, and a weak criminal justice system contribute to the high level of criminality[...]

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Burma (Myanmar) Travel Advisory

By |June 6th, 2024|Categories: Advisory|Tags: , |

Updated Country Summary, to include information about implementation of a conscription law, and changes to the “If you decide to travel to Burma” section. Do not travel to Burma due to civil unrest, armed conflict, and arbitrary enforcement of local laws. Reconsider travel to Burma due to limited and/or inadequate healthcare and emergency medical resources, and areas with land mines and unexploded ordnances. Exercise increased caution due to wrongful detentions. COUNTRY SUMMARY: The Burma military regime detained and deposed elected government officials in a February 2021 coup d'état. Protests and demonstrations against military rule continue, often on significant dates. The military has[...]

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Bolivia Travel Advisory

By |June 6th, 2024|Categories: Advisory|Tags: , |

Reissued after annual review. Exercise increased caution in Bolivia due to civil unrest. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do not travel to: Chapare region due to crime. Country Summary: Demonstrations, strikes, and roadblocks can occur at any time in Bolivia. Demonstrations can result in violence. Roadblocks and strikes may cut off traffic and restrict the flow of goods and services around the country. Domestic and international flights may be delayed or unexpectedly cancelled. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Bolivia. If you decide to travel to Bolivia: Chapare Region: Do Not Travel Due[...]

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New Caledonia Travel Advisory

By |June 4th, 2024|Categories: Advisory|Tags: , , |

Updated to reflect change to Travel Advisory Level 3. Reconsider travel to New Caledonia due to civil unrest and crime. U.S. citizens should reconsider travel to New Caledonia or consider departing by commercial or other privately available transportation options, in light of the current security situation and infrastructure challenges following riots related to electoral reform in May 2024. The French Government has taken and/or could take additional measures, including declaring a state of emergency, curfews, restrictions on freedom of movement, ID verification, and increased security inspections. Follow any state of emergency measures imposed in your province. Protests, demonstrations, tire[...]

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Antarctica Travel Advisory

By |May 29th, 2024|Categories: Advisory|Tags: , , |

Reissued with updates to information. Exercise increased caution in Antarctica due to environmental hazards posed by extreme and unpredictable weather and limited emergency services. There are no U.S. government consular services available to U.S. citizens in the Antarctic Region. The closest U.S Embassies/Consulates are in Argentina, Australia, Chile, New Zealand, and South Africa. U.S. government resources in the Antarctic Region are committed to the U.S. Antarctic Program, per longstanding U.S. policy. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Antarctica. If you travel to Antarctica: Source link

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Comoros Travel Advisory

By |May 28th, 2024|Categories: Advisory|Tags: , , |

Updated to reflect information on election-related civil unrest.  Exercise increase caution in Comoros due to crime and civil unrest.  Protests occur spontaneously in Comoros and are typically motivated by political factors.   Most protests occur in Moroni, and some have turned violent.  Protesters have also engaged in the destruction of property.   The U.S. Government requires its personnel to obtain prior approval for travel to Comoros, and special permission is also required for U.S. officials to travel by boat or air between any of the country’s three islands.  The U.S. embassy in Antananarivo, Madagascar has no ability to provide emergency[...]

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  • June 18th, 2024 Off Comments off on Dominican Republic Travel Advisory

    Reissued after periodic review without changes. Exercise increased caution in the Dominican Republic due to[...]

  • June 6th, 2024 Off Comments off on Burma (Myanmar) Travel Advisory

    Updated Country Summary, to include information about implementation of a conscription law, and changes to[...]

  • June 6th, 2024 Off Comments off on Bolivia Travel Advisory

    Reissued after annual review. Exercise increased caution in Bolivia due to civil unrest. Some areas have[...]

  • June 4th, 2024 Off Comments off on New Caledonia Travel Advisory

    Updated to reflect change to Travel Advisory Level 3. Reconsider travel to New Caledonia due[...]

  • May 29th, 2024 Off Comments off on Antarctica Travel Advisory

    Reissued with updates to information. Exercise increased caution in Antarctica due to environmental hazards posed[...]

  • May 28th, 2024 Off Comments off on Comoros Travel Advisory

    Updated to reflect information on election-related civil unrest.  Exercise increase caution in Comoros due to[...]

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