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

El Salvador – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Updated to reflect a shift to Level 2 due to changes in crime. Exercise increased caution in El Salvador due to crime.  Country Summary: While crime remains a concern in El Salvador, there h…

November 8th, 2024

Togo – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Updated to reflect Travel Advisory Level Change from 1 to a 2 due to Terrorism, Crime, Civil Unrest, and Kidnapping. Exercise Increased Caution in Togo. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire…

November 7th, 2024

South Africa – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Updated to reflect information on kidnappings.  Exercise increased caution in South Africa due to crime, civil unrest, and kidnapping.  Country Summary:  Violent crime …

November 7th, 2024

Madagascar – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Updated to reflect information on reconsider travel to select areas. Exercise increased caution in Madagascar due to crime and civil unrest. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel…

November 5th, 2024