Reports

Given ongoing regional tensions, the U.S. Embassy in Doha has advised its personnel to exercise increased caution and limit non-essential travel to Al Udeid Airbase.  We recommend U.S. citizens in Qatar do the same. Th...

The U.S. Embassy is closely monitoring ongoing regional tensions. We remain committed to providing timely information and updates as the situation evolves. U.S. Embassy Kuwait staffing and operations remain unchanged.

Given ongoing regional tensions, the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem continues to reiterate standard advice to its personnel and all U.S. citizens in Israel to exercise good personal security and preparedness practices. We enc...

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place from June 11 to July 19. The tournament presents a logistical challenge for host countries, participants, and sponsors as the host cities span North America to include 16 stadiums...

OSAC produces this Country Security Report (CSR) in conjunction with the Regional Security Office at the U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo. Travelers and security managers should use this report to gain baseline knowledge of...

A large demonstration against the World Economic Forum (WEF) is expected in Bern on Saturday, January 17, starting at 15:00. This demonstration has not been authorized by Swiss authorities.

A demonstration is planned at the U.S. Embassy on Wednesday, January 14 at 4:00 p.m. We advise U.S. citizens to remain vigilant if in the area.

Given ongoing regional tensions, the U.S. Mission to Saudi Arabia has advised its personnel to exercise increased caution and limit non-essential travel to any military installations in the region. We recommend American...

U.S. citizens in Qatar can receive alerts and relevant updates from the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in Qatar via WhatsApp. Everyone is welcome to follow the WhatsApp channel to receive our information. Use of t...

Protests across Iran continue to escalate and may turn violent, resulting in arrests and injuries. Increased security measures, road closures, public transportation disruptions, and internet blockages are ongoing. The Go...

A demonstration is expected to take place on January 15, 2026, beginning at 4:00 PM in front of the U.S. Consulate General Rio de Janeiro on Avenida Presidente Wilson.

This explainer seeks to clarify the role and services provided by American Citizen Services (ACS) for OSAC member organizations operating in Italy during the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic and Paralympic Games.

A demonstration is planned at the U.S. Embassy on Tuesday, January 13 at 2:30 p.m. We advise U.S. citizens to remain vigilant if in the area.

A demonstration is expected to take place on January 13, 2026, beginning at 5:00 p.m., in front of the U.S. Embassy in Lisbon. U.S. citizens are encouraged to avoid areas of demonstrations and exercise caution. Even demo...

There are reports on social media calling for a demonstration in the vicinity of the U.S. Embassy on Wednesday, January 14, in protest of U.S. military action in Venezuela. The U.S. Embassy does not expect that the prote...

Protests across Iran are escalating and may turn violent, resulting in arrests and injuries. Increased security measures, road closures, public transportation disruptions, and internet blockages are ongoing. The Governme...

A demonstration is expected to take place on January 12, 2026, beginning at 5:00 PM.

U.S. citizens with an urgent need to depart Iran via Azerbaijan should be aware that entry into Azerbaijan from Iran has been restricted for U.S. citizens during periods of heightened tension, such as the June 2025 confl...

There was no change to the advisory level. The “health” risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated.

In line with Presidential Proclamation 10998, as of January 1, 2026, the United States is partially suspending visa issuance for nationals of Malawi, with limited exceptions. Nationals of Malawi may still submit visa app...