International Safety & Security

Georgetown University cares. When traveling abroad, our main priority is your health and safety.

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Resources 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

Nepal – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Exercise increased cautionin Nepal due to civil unrest. Some areas have increased risk.  Read the entire Travel Advisory. The nationwide demonstrations that began in September 2025 have stopped, and…

August 30th, 2026

Iraq – Level 4: Do Not Travel

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

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

Jordan – Level 3: Reconsider Travel

Reconsider travelto Jordan due to terrorism and armed conflict. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. As of August 29, 2026, family members may join U.S. government employe…

August 29th, 2026