{"id":3344,"date":"2019-06-19T11:19:04","date_gmt":"2019-06-19T16:19:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/travel\/?page_id=3344&#038;preview_id=3344"},"modified":"2026-06-01T13:53:55","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T18:53:55","slug":"international","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/travel\/planning\/international\/","title":{"rendered":"International Travel"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"cfct-build-3344\" class=\"cfct-build grid\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-3 cfct-block\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"cfct-module cfct-supplemental\">\n\t\t\t\t    <div class=\"cfct-mod-content\">\n<h3 class=\"cfct-mod-title\" id=\"title-cfct-module-5da07414165034da73ba17ba4a6d4d31\"\">UW International Resources<\/h3>    <nav class=\"widget widget_meta\" aria-labelledby=\"title-cfct-module-5da07414165034da73ba17ba4a6d4d31\">\n\n        <div class=\"menu-cfct-module-5da07414165034da73ba17ba4a6d4d31-container\"><ul id = \"menu-uw-international-resources\" class = \"menu nav\"><li id=\"menu-item-20118\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-has-children menu-item-20118\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/travel\/planning\/international\/fly-america-act-and-open-skies-agreements\/\">Fly America Act and Open Skies Agreements<\/a>\n<ul class=\"sub-menu\">\n\t<li id=\"menu-item-20133\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-custom menu-item-object-custom menu-item-20133\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/travel\/download\/special_topics(2)\/international_travel\/Foreign-Flag-Carrier-Approval-Form-(2).pdf\">Foreign Flag Carrier Exception Form<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-14286\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-custom menu-item-object-custom menu-item-14286\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/travel\/2022\/09\/07\/new-uw-system-international-receipt-form\/\">International Receipt Form<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-10398\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-custom menu-item-object-custom menu-item-10398\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/international-education-engagement\/\">International Education Offices<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-10402\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-10402\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/travel\/planning\/arriving-early-extending-your-stay-or-combining-business-and-personal-travel\/\">Combining Business and Personal Travel<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-10404\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-10404\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/travel\/reimbursement\/receipt-requirements\/\">Receipt Requirements<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>    <\/nav>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"cfct-module cfct-supplemental\">\n\t\t\t\t    <div class=\"cfct-mod-content\">\n<h3 class=\"cfct-mod-title\" id=\"title-cfct-module-b6f5eb4a804dde05dfcf6c75420ba3b2\"\">Special Topics<\/h3>    <nav class=\"widget widget_meta\" aria-labelledby=\"title-cfct-module-b6f5eb4a804dde05dfcf6c75420ba3b2\">\n\n        <div class=\"menu-cfct-module-b6f5eb4a804dde05dfcf6c75420ba3b2-container\"><ul id = \"menu-special-topics\" class = \"menu nav\"><li id=\"menu-item-8800\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-8800\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/travel\/planning\/arriving-early-extending-your-stay-or-combining-business-and-personal-travel\/\">Combined Business and Personal Travel<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-8799\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-8799\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/travel\/planning\/conference-travel\/\">Conference Travel<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-8805\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-8805\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/travel\/planning\/international\/\">International Travel<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-8807\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-8807\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/travel\/planning\/personal-use-contracts\/\">Leisure Use Contracts<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-19014\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-19014\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/travel\/planning\/group-travel\/\">Group Travel<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-19015\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-19015\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/travel\/planning\/planning-individual-travel\/determining-the-appropriate-mode-of-transportation\/\">Determining the Appropriate Mode of Transportation<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-8806\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-8806\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/travel\/planning\/payment-options\/\">Paying for Travel<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-10016\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-10016\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/travel\/planning\/sustainable-travel\/\">Sustainable Travel Practices<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>    <\/nav>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div><div class=\"col-md-6 cfct-block\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"cfct-module uwsa-rich-text\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"cfct-mod-content copy\"><h3>CISI Insurance<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>All students travelling in association with a University of Wisconsin campus must register for CISI Insurance prior to any university-sponsored international travel.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/internationaltravel.wisc.edu\/international-travel-insurance\/\">UW Madison<\/a>\u00a0and UW Stout students and employees must register for CISI insurance prior to beginning an international trip.<\/li>\n<li>It is recommended to contact your campus International Education Office or Risk Management Office to enroll in CISI insurance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"cfct-module uwsa-rich-text\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"cfct-mod-content copy\"><h3>Visa\/Passport Services<\/h3>\n<p>For expedited processing, we have partnered with CIBT Visas, the largest travel visa and passport company in the world. University of Wisconsin students, faculty and administrators are entitled to significantly reduced CIBT processing fees. CIBT\u2019s Customer Care Center is available toll free at 800-577-2428 Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. \u2013 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time.<\/p>\n<p>The CIBT dedicated portal for the University of Wisconsin can be found at: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cibtvisas.com\/wisconsin\">cibtvisas.com\/wisconsin<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The account code is 29249, please reference this number if contacting CIBT via phone.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"cfct-module uwsa-tabs-accordions\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"cfct-mod-title \">International Travel FAQ<\/h3>    <div class=\"bs-accordion  bs-accordion-min\">\n            <div class=\"accordion-all-buttons\">\n          <a href=\"#\" class=\"accordions-showall btn btn-primary btn-xs\" role=\"button\" data-panel=\"2aml8\"><span class=\"uw-resize-full\">Open All<\/span><\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <div id=\"2aml8\" class=\"panel-group\">\n        \n            <div class=\"panel panel-default \" id=\"panel_i-am-travelling-to-a-remote-location-what-are-my-lodging-options\">\n    <div class=\"panel-heading\" id=\"heading_i-am-travelling-to-a-remote-location-what-are-my-lodging-options\">\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title\"><button href=\"#i-am-travelling-to-a-remote-location-what-are-my-lodging-options\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed panel-link\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"i-am-travelling-to-a-remote-location-what-are-my-lodging-options\">I am travelling to a remote location. What are my lodging options?<\/button><\/h4>    <\/div>\n    <div id=\"i-am-travelling-to-a-remote-location-what-are-my-lodging-options\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"  role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"heading_i-am-travelling-to-a-remote-location-what-are-my-lodging-options\" role=\"region\">\n        <div class=\"panel-body copy\">            \n            \n        <p>Travelers should first check Concur for lodging arrangements. If no suitable options are available, travelers may book with a lodging establishment of their choosing so long as the rate is below the rate maximum for the location. Acceptable lodging includes: hotels, hostels and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/travel\/policies\/lodging\/airbnb\/\"> Airbnb<\/a>. In-kind lodging is allowable, but no expenses may be submitted for reimbursement if this lodging method is chosen.\u00a0<\/p>                <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n            <div class=\"panel panel-default \" id=\"panel_what-is-the-air-policy-for-international-travel\">\n    <div class=\"panel-heading\" id=\"heading_what-is-the-air-policy-for-international-travel\">\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title\"><button href=\"#what-is-the-air-policy-for-international-travel\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed panel-link\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"what-is-the-air-policy-for-international-travel\">What is the Air Policy for international travel?<\/button><\/h4>    <\/div>\n    <div id=\"what-is-the-air-policy-for-international-travel\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"  role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"heading_what-is-the-air-policy-for-international-travel\" role=\"region\">\n        <div class=\"panel-body copy\">            \n            \n        <p>Air travel must be booked with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/travel\/booking\/book-with-an-agent\/\">designated agency<\/a>. International flights in excess of 8 hours may book Premium Economy seats.<\/p><p>Exception: If the traveler is purchasing the airfare while in travel status, outside of the United States, to a destination other than the United States, the airfare may be purchased directly with the air carrier. Third party sites (such as Expedia) are still non-reimbursable.\u00a0<\/p>                <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n            <div class=\"panel panel-default \" id=\"panel_what-type-of-insurances-are-needed\">\n    <div class=\"panel-heading\" id=\"heading_what-type-of-insurances-are-needed\">\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title\"><button href=\"#what-type-of-insurances-are-needed\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed panel-link\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"what-type-of-insurances-are-needed\">What type of insurances are needed?<\/button><\/h4>    <\/div>\n    <div id=\"what-type-of-insurances-are-needed\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"  role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"heading_what-type-of-insurances-are-needed\" role=\"region\">\n        <div class=\"panel-body copy\">            \n            \n        <p>All international faculty\/staff travelers are strongly encouraged to register for CISI insurance. Students are required to register for this insurance.\u00a0 Contact your risk management or international education office for registration instructions.\u00a0<\/p><p>Other travel insurances are not required, recommended or reimbursable.\u00a0<\/p><p>Car Rental Insurance:<\/p><ol><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><ol start=\"1\" type=\"1\"><li class=\"x_MsoNormal\">UW Risk Management recommends purchasing insurance with all international rentals.<\/li><\/ol><\/li><\/ol>                <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n            <div class=\"panel panel-default \" id=\"panel_what-costs-associated-with-international-travel-are-reimburseable\">\n    <div class=\"panel-heading\" id=\"heading_what-costs-associated-with-international-travel-are-reimburseable\">\n        <h4 class=\"panel-title\"><button href=\"#what-costs-associated-with-international-travel-are-reimburseable\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed panel-link\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"what-costs-associated-with-international-travel-are-reimburseable\">What costs associated with international travel are reimburseable?<\/button><\/h4>    <\/div>\n    <div id=\"what-costs-associated-with-international-travel-are-reimburseable\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"  role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"heading_what-costs-associated-with-international-travel-are-reimburseable\" role=\"region\">\n        <div class=\"panel-body copy\">            \n            \n        <p>Special Considerations for International Travel can be found in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/uw-policies\/uw-system-administrative-policies\/travel-expense-purchase-payment-miscellaneous-travel-expenses\/\">Miscellaneous Travel Expenses Policy<\/a>. Receipts are required regardless of cost for the below items.<\/p><p>Reimbursable costs associated with Foreign\/International travel:<\/p><ul><li>Cost of testing required for travel (i.e. COVID testing)<\/li><li>Travel visas<\/li><li>required inoculations\/vaccinations<\/li><li>foreign transaction fees incurred on corporate cards<\/li><li>business communications, including international calling plans when accompanied by business justification (individual phone calls are part of the M&amp;IE per diem allowance)<\/li><\/ul>                <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n            \n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"cfct-module uwsa-feed\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"listing-module post-list \">\n        <div class=\"header\">\n            \n            <h3><a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/traveladvisories\/traveladvisories.html\" target=\"_blank\">U.S. Department of State RSS Feed<\/a><\/h3>\n                        <p>As a first step in planning any trip abroad, check the Travel Advisories for your intended destination.<\/p>\n            \n        <\/div>\n        \n        \n        \n            <div class=\"row\">\n                <ol class=\"post-archive small-with-photos \">\n                    <li class=\"col-md-12 post-excerpt \">\n                        <h2><a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/traveladvisories\/traveladvisories\/mongolia-travel-advisory.html\" target=\"_blank\">Mongolia - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions<\/a><\/h2>\n                        <article >\n                            <p class=\"post-date\">28 July 2026 | 7:00 pm<\/p>\n                            <p><p>There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Exercise normal precautions in <b>Mongolia<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p><b>Advisory summary<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Mongolia is generally a safe destination for travelers. Review our travel guidance for Mongolia to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.<\/p>\n<p><b>If you decide to travel to Mongolia<\/b>:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Enroll in the\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/mytravel.state.gov\/s\/step\">Smart Traveler Enrollment Program\u202f(STEP)<\/a> to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency.<\/li>\n<li>Review the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osac.gov\/Content\/Report\/aaa0209c-29b1-4551-b1af-1cc8f102d10c\">Country Security Report\u202f<\/a>for Mongolia.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Visit the CDC page for the latest\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/wwwnc.cdc.gov\/travel\/destinations\/traveler\/none\/mongolia\">Travel Health Information\u202f<\/a>related to your travel and return to the United States.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Whether you\u2019re a first time or frequent traveler, use the <a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/checklist.html\">International Travel Checklist<\/a>. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel, especially if you plan on engaging in outdoor activities. Check with your <a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/insurance.html\">travel insurance provider<\/a> about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/p>\n                        <\/article>\n                    <\/li>\n                <\/ol>\n            <\/div>\n\n        \n            <div class=\"row\">\n                <ol class=\"post-archive small-with-photos \">\n                    <li class=\"col-md-12 post-excerpt \">\n                        <h2><a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/traveladvisories\/traveladvisories\/laos-travel-advisory.html\" target=\"_blank\">Laos - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution<\/a><\/h2>\n                        <article >\n                            <p class=\"post-date\">27 July 2026 | 7:00 pm<\/p>\n                            <p><p><a><\/a><b>There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. \u00a0Advisory summary updated.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Exercise increased caution in <b>Laos <\/b>due to <b>crime, unrest, <\/b>and<b> unexploded ordnances<\/b>. \u00a0\u00a0Some areas have increased risk. \u00a0Read the entire Travel Advisory.<\/p>\n<p><b>Increased Risk Areas:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Reconsider Travel<\/b> to <b>Xaisomboun Province<\/b> due to <b>civil unrest<\/b>\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><b>Exercise Increased Caution<\/b> in <b>areas on the Border with Burma, Savannakhet, Xieng Khouang, Salavan, Khammouane, Sekong, Champasak, Houaphanh, Attapeu, Luang Prabang, and Vientiane provinces, along Route 7 (from Route 13 to the Vietnam border), Route 9 (Savannakhet to the Vietnam border), and Route 20 (Pakse to Salavan) <\/b>due to<b> crime<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li><b>Exercise Increased Caution<\/b> in <b>areas of Savannakhet, Xieng Khouang, Salavan, Khammouane, Sekong, Champasak, Houaphanh, Attapeu, Luang Prabang, and Vientiane provinces, as well as along Route 7 <\/b>due to<b> unexploded ordnances.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Advisory summary:<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Review our <u>Travel Guidance<\/u> for Laos to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.<\/p>\n<p>Avoid Special Economic Zones (SEZs), especially the Bokeo SEZ (also known as the Golden Triangle SEZ) and Boten SEZ.\u00a0 Scam centers and transnational criminal organizations that operate within these zones increase the risk of crime.<\/p>\n<p><b>Specific areas of risks:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Reconsider Travel<\/b> to <b>Xaisomboun Province<\/b> due to\u00a0<b>civil unrest.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>There is a continued threat of violence in Xaisomboun Province.<\/p>\n<p>The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Xaisomboun Province. \u00a0U.S. government employees must obtain special authorization to travel to Xaisomboun Province.<\/p>\n<p><b>Exercise Increased Caution<\/b> in <b>areas on the Border with Burma, Savannakhet, Xieng Khouang, Salavan, Khammouane, Sekong, Champasak, Houaphanh, Attapeu, Luang Prabang, and Vientiane provinces, along Route 7 (from Route 13 to the Vietnam border), Route 9 (Savannakhet to the Vietnam border), and Route 20 (Pakse to Salavan) <\/b>due to<b> crime<\/b>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Avoid remote areas along the border with Burma due to\u00a0<b>crime<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li>Bandits, drug traffickers, and other people involved in illegal activities operate in these areas, along with armed groups that are against the Burmese government.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Exercise Increased Caution<\/b> in <b>areas of Savannakhet, Xieng Khouang, Salavan, Khammouane, Sekong, Champasak, Houaphanh, Attapeu, Luang Prabang, and Vientiane provinces, as well as along Route 7 <\/b>due to<b> unexploded ordnances.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>There are large numbers of unexploded ordnance remaining from the Indochina War in these areas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Savannakhet, Xieng Khouang, Salavan, Khammouane, Sekong, Champasak, Houaphanh, Attapeu, Luang Prabang, and Vientiane provinces. \u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Along Route 7 (from Route 13 to the Vietnam border), Route 9 (Savannakhet to the Vietnam border), and Route 20 (Pakse to Salavan).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Avoid Special Economic Zones (SEZs), especially the Bokeo SEZ (also known as the Golden Triangle SEZ) and Boten SEZ.\u00a0 Scam centers and transnational criminal organizations that operate within these zones increase the risk of crime.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>If you decide to travel to Laos:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Enroll in the<a href=\"https:\/\/mytravel.state.gov\/s\/step\">\u00a0Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)<\/a> to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate.\u00a0 Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency.<\/li>\n<li>Review the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osac.gov\/Content\/Browse\/Report?subContentTypes=Country%20Security%20Report\">Country Security Report<\/a>\u00a0for Laos.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Review our information on <a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/crime.html\">Crime Abroad<\/a><u> <\/u>and for <a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/victims-crime.html\">Victims of Crime<\/a><u>.<\/u><\/li>\n<li>Visit our website for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/passports\/en\/go\/TraveltoHighRiskAreas.html\">Travel to High-Risk Areas<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC website for the latest\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/wwwnc.cdc.gov\/travel\/destinations\/traveler\/none\/south-korea\">Travel Health Information<\/a>\u00a0for New Caledonia.<\/li>\n<li>Whether you\u2019re a first time or frequent traveler, use the <a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/checklist.html\">International Travel Checklist<\/a>.<br>\n<\/li>\n<li>We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check with your <a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/insurance.html\">travel insurance provider<\/a> about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/p>\n                        <\/article>\n                    <\/li>\n                <\/ol>\n            <\/div>\n\n        \n            <div class=\"row\">\n                <ol class=\"post-archive small-with-photos \">\n                    <li class=\"col-md-12 post-excerpt \">\n                        <h2><a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/traveladvisories\/traveladvisories\/kenya-travel-advisory.html\" target=\"_blank\">Kenya  - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution<\/a><\/h2>\n                        <article >\n                            <p class=\"post-date\">27 July 2026 | 7:00 pm<\/p>\n                            <p><p>There was no change to the advisory level. The <b>\u201cother\u201d<\/b> risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated.<\/p>\n<p><b>Increased Risk Areas:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Do Not Travel<\/b> to the <b>Nairobi neighborhoods of Eastleigh and Kibera<\/b> due to risk of <b>crime<\/b> and <b>kidnapping<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li><b>Do Not Travel<\/b> to the <b>counties of Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, Lamu, Tana River<\/b> (except Tsavo National Park), <b>Kilifi<\/b> (north of highway C103), and <b>coastal areas north of Malindi<\/b>, due to risk of <b>kidnapping<\/b> and <b>terrorism<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li><b>Do Not Travel<\/b> to <b>West Pokot County<\/b> and <b>western Turkana County<\/b> due to risk of <b>crime<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li><b>Do Not Travel<\/b> to <b>Marsabit<\/b> <b>and Turkana Counties within 30 miles (50 kilometers) of the border with Ethiopia<\/b> due to risk of <b>unrest<\/b>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Advisory Summary:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Crime<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Violent crime can occur at any time. Violent crimes include armed carjacking, mugging, home invasion, sexual assault, and kidnapping for ransom. Petty crime is common. Criminal fraud targeting Americans is a concern.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Local police often are unable to respond effectively to crimes.<\/li>\n<li>Crimes like robbery are common. They are often committed by individuals riding motorcycles.<\/li>\n<li>Solo travelers in particular should exercise caution. Some Americans have been victims of sexual assault in bars and resorts\/hotels.<\/li>\n<li>Petty crimes often occur in crowded areas or when people are distracted.<\/li>\n<li>Schemes to defraud investors are common. Americans often fall victim to schemes involving transactions in gold and other high-value commodities. Kenyan authorities are unlikely to assist Americans in recovering losses.<\/li>\n<li>Property disputes are common in Kenya. Americans who have bought land, churches, and businesses have lost their investments or been pushed off the property by locals who claim the land or business.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Kidnapping<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Terrorists, criminal gangs, and other armed groups kidnap for ransom. Local law enforcement officials are not equipped or trained to handle the threat of kidnapping.<\/p>\n<p><b>Terrorism<\/b><\/p>\n<p>There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity. Visit the U.S. Department of State\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.state.gov\/country-reports-on-terrorism\/\" target=\"_blank\" adhocenable=\"false\" title=\"DOS Country reports on terrorism\">country reports on terrorism<\/a> to learn more.<\/p>\n<p>Terrorists plot kidnappings, bombings, grenade attacks, armed assaults, suicide attacks, and other action in Kenya. Terrorists attack without warning. They have targeted:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Kenyan and foreign government buildings<\/li>\n<li>tourist locations<\/li>\n<li>transportation hubs<\/li>\n<li>hotels and resorts<\/li>\n<li>markets and shopping malls<\/li>\n<li>places of worship<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Unrest<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Cross-border incursions occur along the border with Ethiopia.<\/p>\n<p>Demonstrations, strikes, and other political and economic protests are common. They can turn violent.<\/p>\n<p>Protests often block key intersections and highways, resulting in widespread traffic jams. Protestors have also attacked vehicles containing Americans, including motorcycle taxis and safari vehicles.<\/p>\n<p>Violence during protests has occurred across Kenya. This includes rock-throwing by protesters and use of deadly force by police. Violent protests are most common in Nairobi and in western Kenya.<\/p>\n<p><b>Health<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Medical services in Kenya are limited. They are often unavailable in rural areas. Medical facilities in Kenya often lack sufficient medicine and equipment. Except for a few private medical facilities based in the large urban centers with enhanced capability, many health issues may require medical evacuation at your expense. Medical facilities will usually deny service if payment is not made upfront.<\/p>\n<p>Some schools, substance abuse centers, and other facilities claim to rehabilitate people, but operate with little or no government supervision. Physical and emotional abuse is common in these places. Residents, including Americans, have been held in these facilities against their will.<\/p>\n<p>Americans or residents who lure individuals to Kenya under false pretenses or forcibly place Americans into such rehabilitation facilities may be subject to legal repercussions in the United States.<\/p>\n<p><b>Traffic safety<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Automobile accidents are one of the main causes of injury and death of Americans in Kenya. Major highways between Nairobi and Nakuru and Nairobi and Mombasa are only two lanes, and drivers frequently pass with little attention to oncoming traffic. Tourists, who may not always use seatbelts, have also been seriously injured or killed in safari vehicle accident.<\/p>\n<p><b>Risks in specific areas:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Level 4 \u2013 Do Not Travel<br>\nNairobi neighborhoods of Eastleigh and Kibera<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Do Not Travel<\/b> to the <b>Nairobi neighborhoods of Eastleigh and Kibera<\/b> due to risk of <b>crime<\/b> and <b>kidnapping<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>Violent crime, including armed carjacking and kidnapping for ransom, may occur in these neighborhoods.<\/p>\n<p><b>Level 4 \u2013 Do Not Travel<br>\nCounties of Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, Lamu, Tana River (except Tsavo National Park), Kilifi (north of highway C103), and coastal areas north of Malindi<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Do Not Travel<\/b> to the <b>counties of Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, Lamu, Tana River<\/b> (except Tsavo National Park), <b>Kilifi<\/b> (north of highway C103) and <b>coastal areas north of Malindi<\/b>, due to risk of <b>kidnapping<\/b> and <b>terrorism<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>Al-Shabaab is active in these areas. There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity. Terrorists, criminal gangs, and other armed groups kidnap for ransom.<\/p>\n<p><b>Level 4 \u2013 Do Not Travel<br>\nWest Pokot County and western Turkana County<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Do Not Travel<\/b> to <b>West Pokot County<\/b> and <b>western Turkana County<\/b> due to risk of <b>crime<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>Armed bandits are active in these areas. Violent crime can occur at any time. Local police often are unable to respond effectively to crimes.<\/p>\n<p><b>Level 4 \u2013 Do Not Travel<br>\nMarsabit<\/b> <b>and Turkana Counties within 30 miles (50 kilometers) of the border with Ethiopia<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Do Not Travel<\/b> to <b>Marsabit<\/b> <b>and Turkana Counties within 30 miles (50 kilometers) of the border with Ethiopia<\/b> due to risk of <b>unrest<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>These areas are prone to cross-border incursions from Ethiopia. Violence and armed conflict may occur at any time.<\/p>\n<p><b>If you decide to travel to Kenya<\/b>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Enroll in the <a href=\"https:\/\/mytravel.state.gov\/s\/step\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)\" adhocenable=\"false\">Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)<\/a> to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. government. Enrolling helps the U.S. government contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency.<\/li>\n<li>Review the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osac.gov\/Country\/Kenya\/Detail\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Country Security Report for Kenya\" adhocenable=\"false\">Country Security Report for Kenya<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Review our information <a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/global-events\/terrorism.html\">Terrorism<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/high-risk-areas.html\">Travel to High-Risk Areas<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Review our information on <a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/crime.html\">Crime Abroad<\/a> and for <a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/victims-crime.html\">Victims of Crime<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Have a plan to leave in an emergency that does not depend on U.S. government help. Review our information on <a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/crisis-response.html\">Crisis and Evacuations<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Monitor local media for breaking news. Be prepared to adjust your plans.<\/li>\n<li>Stay aware of your surroundings.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid demonstrations and crowds.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a low profile.<\/li>\n<li>Stay alert in tourist spots.<\/li>\n<li>Keep travel documents up to date and easily accessible.<\/li>\n<li>Develop a communication plan with family, your employer, or host organization. List how and when you'll confirm you're safe (text or call). Specify how often you\u2019ll do this.<\/li>\n<li>Prepare a will. Designate appropriate insurance beneficiaries or draft a power of attorney.<\/li>\n<li>Establish a proof of life protocol with your loved ones. If you are taken hostage, your loved ones will know specific questions (and answers) to ask the hostage-takers to confirm that you are being held captive and alive.<\/li>\n<li>Leave DNA samples with your medical provider in case it is necessary for your family to access them for identification purposes.<\/li>\n<li>Do not physically resist any robbery attempt.<\/li>\n<li>Use caution when walking or driving at night.<\/li>\n<li>Do not display signs of wealth, like expensive watches or jewelry.<\/li>\n<li>Do not answer your door at your hotel or residence unless you know who it is.<\/li>\n<li>Stay alert when visiting banks or ATMs.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure your insurance includes medical evacuation coverage.<\/li>\n<li>Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest <a href=\"https:\/\/wwwnc.cdc.gov\/travel\/destinations\/traveler\/none\/kenya\">Travel Health Information for Kenya<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Whether you\u2019re a first time or frequent traveler, use the <a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/checklist.html\">International Travel Checklist<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel.\u00a0Check with your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/insurance.html\">travel insurance provider<\/a>\u00a0about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/p>\n                        <\/article>\n                    <\/li>\n                <\/ol>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div><div class=\"col-md-3 cfct-block\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"cfct-module cfct-supplemental\">\n\t\t\t\t    <div class=\"cfct-mod-content\">\n<h3 class=\"cfct-mod-title\" id=\"title-cfct-module-de9ea37d62bd68ccfe1805affd523741\"\">External Resources<\/h3>    <nav class=\"widget widget_meta\" aria-labelledby=\"title-cfct-module-de9ea37d62bd68ccfe1805affd523741\">\n\n        <div class=\"menu-cfct-module-de9ea37d62bd68ccfe1805affd523741-container\"><ul id = \"menu-external-resources\" class = \"menu nav\"><li id=\"menu-item-4366\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-custom menu-item-object-custom menu-item-4366\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wwwnc.cdc.gov\/travel\/destinations\/list\">CDC Vaccination List<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-4363\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-custom menu-item-object-custom menu-item-4363\"><a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/traveladvisories\/traveladvisories.html\/\">Department of State Travel Advisories<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-4367\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-custom menu-item-object-custom menu-item-4367\"><a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/passports.html\">Department of State Visa\/Passport Requirements<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-4365\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-custom menu-item-object-custom menu-item-4365\"><a href=\"https:\/\/step.state.gov\/step\/\">Enroll in STEP<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-4369\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-custom menu-item-object-custom menu-item-4369\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gsa.gov\/policy-regulations\/policy\/travel-management-policy\/fly-america-act\">GSA Fly America Act<\/a><\/li>\n<li id=\"menu-item-10493\" class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-custom menu-item-object-custom menu-item-10493\"><a href=\"https:\/\/matrix.itasoftware.com\/\">ITA &#8211; 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