Location: Pakistan
Event: U.S. Embassy and Consulate Operations
Following the May 10 announcement of a ceasefire between Pakistan and India, the U.S. Embassy and consulates in Pakistan have returned to their normal security and operating posture. The United States continues to closely monitor the situation and encourages U.S. citizens to remain vigilant.
Pakistan has reopened its airspace, and many commercial flights have resumed. U.S. citizen travelers should contact their airlines and check flight status at the airport links below:
Islamabad International Airport
Islamabad
Jinnah International Airport, Karachi
Karachi
Allama Iqbal International Airport, Lahore
Lahore
Bacha Khan International Airport, Peshawar
Peshawar
Routine and emergency consular services are available at the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad and Consulates General in Karachi and Lahore. To schedule an appointment for a U.S. Citizen service, please check the online appointment system for openings found here U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Pakistan.
The U.S. Department of State reminds U.S. citizens of the standing “Do Not Travel” advisory against all travel to areas near the India-Pakistan border and the Line of Control due to the potential for armed conflict. The Department also urges travelers to reconsider travel to Pakistan more broadly under the long-standing “Reconsider Travel” advisory.
The U.S. Embassy will send updates as needed through our message system. Please ensure that you are enrolled in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) .
Actions for U.S. Citizens to Take
- Monitor local media and remain vigilant.
- Review your personal security plan.
- Keep a low profile and be aware of your surroundings.
- Carry identification and cooperate with authorities.
- Review the Country Security Report for Pakistan.
Assistance
U.S. Embassy Islamabad, Pakistan
+(92) (51) 201-4000
ACSIslamabad@state.gov
https://pk.usembassy.gov
U.S. Consulate General, Peshawar
+(92) (91) 526 8800
ACSIslamabad@state.gov
https://pk.usembassy.gov
U.S. Consulate General, Karachi
+(92) (21) 3527 5000
ACSKarachi@state.gov
https://pk.usembassy.gov
U.S. Consulate General, Lahore
+(92) (42) 3603 4000
ACSLahore@state.gov
https://pk.usembassy.gov
U.S. Department of State – Consular Affairs
+(1) 888-407-4747 or +(1) 202-501-4444
Additional Resources
On September 16, 2024, the Department of State launched a new version of the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). To continue receiving alerts, you must re-enroll at www.step.state.gov .
