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
Burkina Faso – Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Exercise normal precautionSummary not available…
June 15th, 2026
Nigeria – Level 3: Reconsider Travel
There was no change to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Reconsider travel to Nigeria due to crime, terrorism, unrest, kidnapping, and inconsistent availa…
June 12th, 2026
Turkey – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. An area of increased risk was removed. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution in Türkiye due to terrorism, armed …
June 9th, 2026
There was no change to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated to reflect changes to U.S. Embassy operations. Do Not Travel to Mali for any reason due to crime, terrorism, …
June 8th, 2026