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 the current security situation in Israel and the West Bank. Do Not Travel To: Gaza due to terrorism and armed conflict Northern Israel within 4 kilometers/2.4 mil…
January 17th, 2025
Chile – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Exercise increased caution in Chile due to crime and civil unrest. Country Summary: Street crime (e.g., muggings, pick-pocketing, theft) is common in Chile. Rates of violent crime, such as a…
January 16th, 2025
French Guiana – Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Exercise normal precautions in French Guiana. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to French Guiana. If you decide to travel to French Guiana: Enroll in th…
January 16th, 2025
North Macedonia – Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Read the country information page for additional information on travel to North Macedonia. If you decide to travel to North Macedonia: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollmen…
January 14th, 2025