Location: SNP Square, Bratislava
Time: Sunday, November 17 17:30-19:00
Event: The U.S. Embassy would like to advise the community of a protest scheduled for Sunday, November 17 in Bratislava. Opposition parties have called for a gathering in SNP Square in Bratislava. Please expect street closures, delays, and impact on public transportation in the vicinity. U.S. Citizens are advised to exercise caution if traveling in the area and plan accordingly.
Actions to Take:
- Be cautious of your surroundings and practice situational awareness at all times;
- Stay aware of spontaneous counter-protests;
- If altercations or violence occurs, remove yourself and any family/group members from the area immediately to a safe location (police officer, known public area, etc.);
- Set a predetermined time and location to meet with friends and family should you become separated.
Assistance:
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
- Contact the U.S. Embassy in Slovakia located at Hviezdoslavovo namestie 4 in Bratislava, at 02/544 308 61, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday. The after-hours emergency number for U.S. citizens is +421-903-703-666.
- To reach Consular Affairs in Washington, D.C., call 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
- Visit the webpage of the U.S. Embassy in Bratislava
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