International Safety & Security

Resources for Georgetown Community Members Traveling or Studying in Countries Where the US State Department Has Urged Departure

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

Croatia – Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions

Exercise normal precautionin Croatia. Croatia is generally a safe destination for travelers. Review our Travel Guidance for Croatia to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.…

May 18th, 2026

Uganda – Level 4: Do Not Travel

Do not travelto Uganda due to health, crime, terrorism, unrest, and laws targeting persons based on sexual orientation.      The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency consular…

May 17th, 2026

Democratic Republic of the Congo – Level 4: Do Not Travel

The Level was changed from a Level 3 to a Level 4. Do Not Travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo due to the Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease o…

May 17th, 2026

South Sudan – Level 4: Do Not Travel

Do not travelto South Sudan due to risk of unrest, crime, kidnapping, landmines, and health risks.     The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency consular services to U.S. citi…

May 17th, 2026