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
Updated to reflect changes to the “If you decide to travel to Iran” section, add warnings about Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) and surrogacy, and updated information on detention r…
March 31st, 2025
Yemen – Level 4: Do Not Travel
Reissued after periodic review with minor edits related to terrorism and security. Do not travel to Yemen due to terrorism, civil unrest, crime, health risks, kidnapping, armed conflict, and…
March 31st, 2025
The Bahamas – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Updated to reflect crime, swimming-related risks, and information on traveling with firearms and ammunition. Exercise increased caution due to crime. Country Summary: Violent crime—lik…
March 31st, 2025
Andorra – Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise normal precautions when traveling to Andorra. Country Summary: Travelers can enter Andorra only via Spain and France. Read the country in…
March 25th, 2025