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06/23/2025

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06/23/2025

06/23/2025

Info on Turkey and Kuwait as well.

Iraq: On June 12, out of an abundance of caution, U.S. Mission Iraq began the orderly departure of some personnel. As part of our ongoing effort to streamline operations, additional personnel departed Iraq on June 21 and 22. These departures represent a continuation of the process started on June 12. The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad and Consulate General in Erbil have temporarily suspended all routine visa services. Both the Embassy and the Consulate General continue to provide services for U.S. citizens.

There is increased potential for foreign terrorist organization-inspired violence or attacks against U.S. businesses and locations frequented by U.S. citizens. We urge all U.S. citizens in Iraq to avoid locations frequented by foreigners and any large gatherings or crowds.
The land borders to Kuwait and to Türkiye remain open.

U.S. Citizens Traveling to Türkiye
U.S. citizens who plan to enter Türkiye via land border should send their planned date and crossing location, and personal details (name, date of birth, passport information, border crossing, any medical/health/safety concerns) and a photograph of their passport biodata page to the U.S. Embassy Ankara American Citizens Services Unit at [email protected]. The Habur border gate (Ibrahim Khalil on the Iraq side) is operating normally. The Uzumlu border gate (Sar Zeri on the Iraq side) is open 08:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

U.S. Citizens Traveling to Kuwait
U.S. citizens who plan to enter Kuwait via land border from Iraq may send their planned date and crossing location, and personal details (name, date of birth, passport information, border crossing, any medical/health/safety concerns, contact information) and a photograph of their passport biodata page to the U.S. Embassy Kuwait American Citizens Services Unit at [email protected]. Providing this information may allow the embassy to more quickly assist you in the event of an emergency. Travelers should anticipate lengthy delays at the border crossing.

The Department of State maintains a Level 4 Travel Advisory (“Do Not Travel”) for Iraq. U.S. citizens should not travel to Iraq for any reason.

Full alert: https://iq.usembassy.gov/security-alert-additional-drawdown-of-personnel-at-u-s-embassy-baghdad-june-22-2025/

06/23/2025

Lebanon: On June 22, 2025, the U.S. Department of State ordered the departure of family members and non-emergency U.S. government personnel from Lebanon due to the volatile and unpredictable security situation in the region.

Due to ongoing regional events, we remind U.S. citizens to continue to exercise caution and encourage them to monitor the news for breaking developments.

Over the past several days, the U.S. Embassy notes some airlines have suspended or cancelled flights; however, Lebanese airspace and Beirut Airport are currently open and commercial transportation options to leave Lebanon remain available but limited. Please check for available flight options from Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport.

Full Alert: https://lb.usembassy.gov/step-alert-u-s-embassy-beirut-june-22-2025-ordered-departure-for-family-members-and-non-emergency-u-s-government-personnel/

06/23/2025

Worldwide Caution: The conflict between Israel and Iran has resulted in disruptions to travel and periodic closure of airspace across the Middle East. There is the potential for demonstrations against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. The Department of State advises U.S. citizens worldwide to exercise increased caution. Please read carefully our Travel Advisory, country information, and any recent security alerts when planning travel at travel.state.gov/destination.
Full alert: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/ea/worldwide-caution2.html

06/22/2025

Going to one of the national parks? You might want to consider taking the train.

06/21/2025

In other words, they’ll give you a loan but you’re on your own to get out or if you need help.

06/21/2025

Wow, this is crazy! When I went to Israel and Jordan, Israel didn’t charge US citizens to depart from Israel into Jordan, but maybe because we came back to Israel 4 days later?

It’s quite a mess over there, and not many ways to leave. I’m not sure why the U.S. Dept of State didn’t issue a level 4 travel warning prior to Israel shooting the rockets at Iran since Trump said he knew about it ahead of time. That would have allowed our citizens to get out safely. (That’s what happened when the U.S. attacked Iraq. I was warned then about 2 weeks ahead of time but the war could have started within a week.)

Jordan: We have no announcement about assisting private U.S. citizens to depart Jordan at this time. The Department of State is always planning for contingencies to assist with private U.S. citizens’ departure from crisis areas. We will alert the U.S. citizen community if there is additional information to share regarding departure options.
Information on Entry into Jordan:
Land crossings are closed on Saturday, June 21.
Israel charges an exit tax on all U.S. citizen visitors of $180. This is payable in U.S. dollars, Israeli shekels, or credit card.
A passport with a validity of at least six months is required for entry into Jordan.
Jordanian visas are required for U.S. citizens for travel to Jordan.
Taxis and buses to Amman are available at all border crossings.
Visa on arrival is available at the northern and southern crossings. Cost is 40 JOD/$56. Credit card machines are available but not always functioning, so cash is preferred.
For those crossing the Allenby/King Hussein Bridge, an E-visa is mandatory before crossing: https://eservices.moi.gov.jo.
Queen Alia International Airport maintains a live update of all departures: https://qaiairport.com/en/flight-information/Pages/Departures.aspx
Full Alert: https://jo.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-amman-jordan-entry-requirements-to-jordan-june-20-2025/

06/19/2025

What to do if your flight is delayed or cancelled.

06/19/2025

Are you coming/returning to the U.S.? Here's how to protect your privacy on your phone:

Worried about your phone being checked when traveling into the United States? Here’s how to protect yourself.