Advisory Classifications

Travel Advisories issued by the United States

Source: US Department of State's website

" We review many factors to determine the Travel Advisory level for each destination. These include the risk indicators as described in this section. Each destination Travel Advisory identifies any specific risks that are present. We review Travel Advisories on a regular basis.

Levels 1 and 2- Every 12 months.  

Levels 3 and 4- At least every 6 months.

A Travel Advisory will also be updated any time conditions change substantially. This includes when the U.S. government changes its staffing levels or restrictions in a country due to security concerns. Conditions in any destination may change at any time. The Travel Advisory appears at the top of each destination page, with a color corresponding to each level:

1. Exercise normal precautions

This is the lowest advisory level for safety and security risks. There is some risk in any international travel, and conditions in other countries may differ from those in the United States.

2. Exercise increased caution

Be aware of increased risks to safety and security. Specific risks are described in the Travel Advisory.

3. Reconsider travel

Reconsider your travel to the destination due to serious risks to safety and security. Specific risks are described in the Travel Advisory.

4. Do not travel

This is the highest advisory level due to life-threatening risks. Specific risks are described in the Travel Advisory. The U.S. government may have very limited or no ability to help, including during an emergency. We advise that U.S. citizens do not travel to the country, or to leave as soon as it is safe to do so. "

U.S. State Department Travel Advisory Levels at a Glance

https://govfacts.org/government/federal/agencies/state/understanding-u-s-travel-advisories-your-guide-to-staying-informed-abroad/