International Safety & Security

Georgetown University cares. When traveling abroad, our main priority is your health and safety.

Our team monitors the world for events that may impact Georgetown travelers and programs and works closely with on-campus and other partners to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community overseas.

For a concise overview of our office, download and share the International Safety & Security one-pager.


Travel Resources

Book Flights and Hotels

Georgetown Travel Services can help with booking travel.

Register with ISOS

International SOS provides worldwide security assistance to Georgetown travelers.

Sign up for STEP

The U.S. State Department Smart Traveler Enrollment Program enrolls your travel with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate.

Department of State Travel Advisories

Bulgaria – Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions

There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Advisory Sumary Exercise normal precautions in Bulgaria. If you decide to travel to Bulgaria: Enroll in…

October 9th, 2025

Sri Lanka – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

There were no changes to the advisory level.  The Other risk indicator was added.  Advisory summary was updated Exercise increased caution in Sri Lanka due to unrest, terrorism, and lan…

October 9th, 2025

Croatia – Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions

There were no changes to the advisory level. An area of increased risk was added. Advisory summary was updated.   Advisory Summary Exercise normal precautions in Croatia. Some areas have increase…

October 9th, 2025

Sao Tome and Principe – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Exercise Increased Caution in São Tomé and Príncipe due to health risks. Medical services in São Tomé and Príncipe are limited. There are no adequate trauma or ambulance …

October 8th, 2025