International Safety & Security
Georgetown University cares. When traveling abroad, our main priority is your health and safety.
OISS One-PagerResources for Georgetown Community Members Traveling or Studying in Countries Where the US State Department Has Urged Departure
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.
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
United Arab Emirates – Level 3: Reconsider Travel
There were no changes to the Travel Advisory Level or the risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated to reflect that family members may travel to the UAE. Reconsider Travel to the United Arab Emira…
August 29th, 2026
There were no changes to the Travel Advisory Level. The “Crime” risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated to reflect changes to U.S. embassy operations. Do not tra…
August 29th, 2026
Ukraine – Level 4: Do Not Travel
There was no change to the advisory level. Armed conflict risks were updated under “unrest” indicator. Advisory summary was updated. Advisory summary Do not travel to Ukraine for any reaso…
August 28th, 2026
Kuwait – Level 3: Reconsider Travel
There were no changes to the Travel Advisory Level or the risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated to reflect changes that family members 18 years of age or older may travel to Kuwait. Reconsider…
August 28th, 2026