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U.S. Department of State
Bureau of Consular Affairs
FOREIGN ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
April 2000
This listing is for U.S. citizens
traveling on tourism/business and does not apply to persons planning to emigrate to foreign countries.
Persons traveling on official business for the U.S. Government should obtain visa information
from the agency sponsoring their travel.
For purposes of this publication, a visa is an endorsement or stamp placed by officials of a foreign country
on a U.S. passport that allows the bearer to visit that foreign country.
Note: Wherever you see the words "photo(s) required" in this publication,
it generally means that you will need to submit passport-size (2"x2") photographs.
IMPORTANT: THIS LISTING IS PREPARED FROM INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM FOREIGN EMBASSIES
PRIOR TO APRIL 2000.
THIS INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
CHECK ENTRY REQUIREMENTS WITH THE CONSULAR OFFICIALS OF THE COUNTRIES TO BE VISITED WELL IN ADVANCE.
PASSPORTS: U.S. citizens who travel to a country where a valid passport is not required
will need documentary evidence of their U.S. citizenship and identity.
Proof of U.S. citizenship includes an expired U.S. passport, a certified (original) birth certificate,
Certificate of Naturalization, Certificate of Citizenship, or Report of Birth Abroad of a Citizen of the United States.
To prove identity, a valid driver’s license or government identification card are acceptable provided they identify you
by physical description or photograph.
However, for travel overseas and to facilitate reentry into the U.S.,
a valid U.S. passport is the best documentation available and unquestionably proves your U.S. citizenship.
Before you send your passport through the mail to apply for a visa, sign it in ink, and write in pencil
your current address and daytime telephone number in the space provided.
This will help the U.S. Postal Service return it to you should it become separated from the envelope during processing.
Some countries require that your U.S. passport be valid at least six months or longer beyond the dates of your trip.
If your passport expires before the required validity, you will have to apply for a new one.
Please check with the embassy or nearest consulate of the country that you plan to visit for their requirements.
Some Middle Eastern or African countries will not issue visas or allow entry if your passport indicates travel to Israel.
Consult the National Passport Information Center (1-900-225-5674 or 1-888-498-3648) for guidance if this applies to you.
VISAS: If a visa is required, obtain it from the appropriate foreign consular representative before proceeding abroad.
Allow sufficient time for processing your visa application, especially if you are applying by mail.
Most foreign consular representatives are located in principal cities, and in many instances,
a traveler may be required to obtain visas from the consular office in the area of his/her residence.
The addresses of foreign consular offices in the United States may be obtained by consulting the publication
Foreign Consular Offices in the United States on the State Department’s web site at
http://www.state.gov.
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE TRAVELER TO OBTAIN VISAS, WHERE REQUIRED, FROM THE APPROPRIATE EMBASSY OR
NEAREST CONSULATE OF THE COUNTRY YOU ARE PLANNING TO VISIT.
IMMUNIZATIONS: Under the International Health Regulations adopted by the World Health Organization,
a country may require International Certificates of Vaccination against yellow fever.
A cholera immunization may be required if you are traveling from an infected area.
Check with health care providers or your records to ensure other immunizations (e.g. tetanus and polio) are up-to-date.
Prophylactic medication for malaria and certain other preventive measures are advisable for travel to some countries.
No immunizations are required to return to the United States.
Detailed health information is included in Health Information for International Travel,
available from the U.S. Government Printing Office (address on page 20) for $20 or
may be obtained from your local health department or physician or by contacting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
telephone 1-877-FYI-TRIP (1-877-394-8747), toll-free autofax: 1-888-CDC-FAXX (1-888-232-3299), or Internet:
http://www.cdc.gov.
AIDS/HIV TESTING: An increasing number of countries have established regulations regarding AIDS testing,
particularly for long-term visitors.
Although many are listed here, check with the embassy or consulate of the country you that plan to visit
to verify if this is a requirement for entry.
ADDITIONAL FEES: All international flights are subject to U.S. Immigration and U.S. Customs fees
paid in advance as part of your ticket.
In addition, many countries have departure fees that are sometimes collected at the time of ticket purchase
or upon exiting the foreign country.
AUSTRIA - *Passport required. Visa not required for tourist stay up to 90 days.
For information concerning longer stays, employment, or other types of visas check with the Embassy of Austria,
3524 International Court, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/895-6767) or nearest Consulate General:
Los Angeles (310/444-9310), Chicago (312/222-1515) or New York (212/737-6400).
BELGIUM - *Passport required. Visa not required for business/tourist stay up to 90 days.
Temporary residence permit required for longer stays.
For residence authorization, consult Embassy of Belgium, 3330 Garfield St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/333-6900),
or nearest Consulate General: Los Angeles (323/857-1244), Atlanta (404/659-2150), Chicago (312/263-6624),
or New York (212/586-5110).
BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA - *Passport required. Visa issued by local hotel or police station.
Visa must be renewed every 3 months during stay.
For more information, contact the Consulate General, 866 U.N. Plaza, Suite 580, New York, NY 10017 (212/593-0264).
Internet address: http://www.bosnianembassy.org
BULGARIA - *Passport required. Visa not required for a stay of up to 30 days.
Border tax ($20 U.S.) must be paid when entering Bulgaria.
For persons staying over 30 days, and holders of diplomatic and official passport ,
a visa is required and must be obtained in advance.
Business travelers must provide an invitation from a business partner in Bulgaria or a letter from their company in the US.
AIDS test may be required for those staying more than 1 month.
For more information, contact the Consular Section of the Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria,
1621 22nd St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/387-7969) or the Bulgarian Consulate in New York at (212/935-4646).
CYPRUS - *Passport and roundtrip ticket required.
Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to 3 months.
For employment and other travel, employment permit required and must be obtained in advance.
AIDS test required for certain entertainers; U.S. test accepted.
For additional information consult Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus, 2211 R St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/462-5772)
or the Consulate General in New York (212/686-6016) or the nearest Honorary Consulate:
AR (602/264-9701), CA (310/397-0771, 510/547-5689), FL (904/953-2802), GA (770/941-3764), IL (847/296-0064),
IN (219/481-6897), LA (225/388-8701), MA (617/497-0219), MI (313/582-1411), OR (503/248-0500), PA (215/728-6980),
TX (713/928-2264), VA (757/481-3583), or WA (425/827-1700).
CZECH REPUBLIC - *Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to 30 days.
For longer stays, U.S. citizens have to apply for the visa at any Czech Immigration Police Office for a stay up to 6 months.
Each visitor may be requested to provide proof of sufficient funds/approx.
$20.00 per day or $265.00 for a stay longer than 10 days/or documents confirming all expenses are prepaid, or invitation,
verified by Czech Immigration Police.
For more information contact Embassy of the Czech Republic, 3900 Spring of Freedom Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/274-9123)
or the nearest Consulate General: Los Angeles, CA (310/473-0889) or New York, NY (212/717-5643).
Internet address: http://www.czech.cz/washington/
DENMARK (including GREENLAND) - *Passport required. Visa not required for a stay up to 90 days.
Period begins when entering Nordic area: Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden.
Special rules apply for entry into the U.S.-operated defense area in Greenland.
For further information contact the Royal Danish Embassy, 3200 Whitehaven St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/234-4300)
or nearest Consulate General: CA (310/443-2090), Chicago (312/787-8780) or New York (212/223-4545).
Internet address: http://www.denmarkemb.org
ENGLAND - (See United Kingdom.)
ESTONIA - *Passport required. Visas are not required for stays up to 90 days,
but for longer stays, a residency permit is required.
For further information, contact the Consulate General of Estonia, 600 Third Ave., 26th Floor, New York, NY 10016 (212/883-0636).
Internet address: http://www.estemb.org
FINLAND - *Passport required. Tourist/business visa not required for stay up to 90 days.
(90 day period begins when entering Nordic area: Iceland, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.)
Check Embassy of Finland, 3301 Massachusetts Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/298-5800), or nearest Consulate General:
Los Angeles (310/203-9903) or New York (212/750-4400).
Internet address: http://www.finland.org/index.html
FORMER YUGOSLAV REPUBLIC OF MACEDONIA - *Passport and visa required.
Tourist visa is issued at border points (no fee).
For more information check with the Embassy of the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia,
3050 K St., N.W., Suite 210, Washington, D.C. 20007 (202/337-3063) or the Consulate General,
866 United Nations Plaza, Suite 4018, New York, NY 10017 (212/317-1727).
FRANCE - *Passport required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to 90 days in
France, Andorra, Monaco, and Corsica, and 1 month in French Polynesia.
For further information, contact the Consulate General of France,
4101 Reservoir Rd., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007 (202/944-6200) or nearest Consulate:
CA (310/235-3200) or 415/397-4330), FL (305/372-9799), GA (404/522-4226), IL (312/787-5359),
LA (504/523-5772), MA (617/542-7374), NY (212/606-3644) or TX (713/572-2799).
Internet address: http://www.info-france-usa.org/
GEORGIA - *Passport, visa and letter of invitation required.
Visa requires 1 application, 1 photo, and processing fee ($40 -$70).
Please provide SASE or prepaid airbill for return of documents.
For additional information, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Georgia,
1615 New Hampshire Ave., N.W., Suite 300, Washington, D.C. 20009 (202/393-6060).
GERMANY - *Passport required. Tourist/business visa not required for stay up to 90 days.
For longer stays (e.g. employment, students) obtain temporary residence permit upon arrival.
Applicants for residence permits staying over 90 days may be asked to undergo a medical examination.
Every foreign national entering Germany is required to provide proof of sufficient health insurance and funds.
For further information contact the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany,
4645 Reservoir Rd., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007 (202/298-8140)
or nearest Consulate General: CA (415/775-1061, 213/930-2703), FL (305/358-0290), GA (404/659-4760),
IL (312/580-1199), MA (617/536-4414), MI (313/962-6526), NY (212/610-9700), TX (713/627-7770), or WA (206/682-4312).
Internet address: http://www.germany-info.org
GIBRALTAR - *Passport required. Visa not required for tourist stay up to 90 days.
For further information consult British Embassy (202/588-7800).
GREAT BRITAIN AND NORTHERN IRELAND - (See United Kingdom.)
GREECE - *Passport required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to 90 days.
AIDS test required for intending to work in entertainment centers; U.S. test accepted.
For additional information consult Consular Section of the Embassy of Greece,
2211 Mass. Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/939-5818) or nearest Consulate:
CA (310/826-5555 or 415/775-2102/4), GA (404/261-3313), IL (312/335-3915 or 17),
LA (504/523-1167), MA (617/543-0100), NY (212/988-5500) or TX (713/840-7522).
Internet address: http://www.greekembassy.org
HOLY SEE, VATICAN CITY STATE - *Passport required for entry into Italy.
(See entry requirements under "ITALY.")
The Holy See/Vatican City State has no passport or visa requirements.
Persons planning to enter the Vatican City State are dealt with on a case by case basis by their security forces.
For further information consult Apostolic Nunciature, 3339 Mass. Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/333-7121).
HUNGARY - *Passport, onward/return ticket and proof of sufficient funds required.
Visa not required for stay up to 90 days.
For longer stays and employment, visas must be obtained before you travel.
For more information check Embassy of the Republic of Hungary,
3910 Shoemaker Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/362-6730),
or the nearest Consulate General: New York (212/752-0661) or Los Angeles (310/473-9344).
Internet address: http://www.hungaryemb.org
ICELAND - *Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to 90 days.
Period begins when entering Nordic area: Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden.
For additional information call Embassy of Iceland,
1156 15th Street, N.W., Suite 1200, Washington, D.C. 20005 (202/265-6653-5),
or Consulate General in New York (212/593-2700).
IRELAND - *Passport required.
Tourists are not required to obtain visas for stays less than 90 days,
but may be asked to show onward/return ticket.
For further information consult Embassy of Ireland, 2234 Mass. Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/462-3939)
or nearest Consulate General: CA (415/392-4214), IL (312/337-1868), MA (617/267-9330) or NY (212/319-2555).
Internet address: http://www.irelandemb.org
ITALY - *Passport required. Visa not required for tourist or business stays up to 90 days.
For longer stays, employment, or study obtain visa in advance.
For additional information consult Embassy of Italy, 1601 Fuller St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009 (202/328-5500)
or nearest Consulate General: CA (310/820-0622 or 415/931-4924), FL (305/374-6322), TX (713/850-7520),
IL (312/467-1550), MA (617/542-0483/4), MI (313/963-8560), NY (212/737-9100), PA (215/592-7329) or TX (713/850-7520).
Internet address: http://www.italyemb.org
LUXEMBOURG - *Passport required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to 90 days.
For additional information contact Embassy of Luxembourg, 2200 Mass. Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/265-4171)
or the nearest Consulate: San Francisco (415/788-0816) or New York (212/888-6664).
MONACO - *Passport required. Visa not required for visit up to 90 days.
For further information, contact the French Embassy (202/944-6000)
or nearest Honorary Consulate of the Principality of Monaco:
CA (213/655-8970 or 415/362-5050), IL (312/642-1242), LA (504/522-5700),
NY (212/759-5227) or PR (809/721-4215). Internet address:
http://www.france-consulate.org
MOROCCO - *Passport required. Visa not required for stays up to 3 months, extendible.
For additional information consult the Embassy of Morocco, 1601 21st St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009 (202/462-7734)
or Consulate General in New York (212/213-9644).
NETHERLANDS - *Passport required. Visa not required for tourist/business visit up to 90 days.
Tourists may be asked to show onward/return ticket, proof of sufficient funds and health insurance coverage,
and that there is adequate housing available for length of stay.
Long term visitors must register with the local police within 8 days of arrival.
(No residency permits granted.)
For further information, contact the Embassy of the Netherlands, 4200 Linnean Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/244-5300)
or nearest Consulate General: CA (310/268-1598), IL (312/856-0110), NY (212/246-1429), or TX (713/622-8000).
Internet address: http://www.netherlands-embassy.org
NORWAY - *Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to 90 days.
Period begins when entering Scandinavian area: Finland, Sweden, Denmark, and Iceland. No pets.
For further information, contact the Royal Norwegian Embassy, 2720 34th St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/333-6000)
or nearest Consulate General: CA (415/986-0766 to 68 ), FL (305/358-4386), MN (612/332-3338),
NY (212/421-7333), or TX (713/521-2900).
POLAND - *Passport (must be valid at least 12 months past date of entry) required.
Visa not required for stay up to 90 days.
Visitors must register at hotel or with local authorities within 48 hours after arrival.
Check with the Embassy of the Republic of Poland (Consular Division),
2224 Wyoming Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/232-4517) or nearest Consulate General:
Chicago, IL, 1530 Lakeshore Dr., 60610 (312/337-8166),
Los Angeles, CA, 12400 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 555, 90025 (310/442-8500) or
New York, NY, 233 Madison Ave., 10016 (212/889-8360).
Internet address: http://www.polishworld.com/polemb/
PORTUGAL - (Includes travel to the Azores and Madeira Islands.) *Passport required.
Visa not required for visit up to 90 days.
For travel with pets and other information consult the Embassy of Portugal, 2310 Tracy Place, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008
(202/332-3007) or the nearest Consulate: CA (415/346-3400), MA (617/536-8740 and 508/997-6151),
NJ (973/643-4200), NY (212/246-4580) or RI (401/272-2003).
ROMANIA - *Passport required. Visa not required for a stay up to 30 days.
For stays exceeding 30 days, visa should be obtained in advance.
Visa requires letter stating purpose of travel, duration, departure and return dates,
and a SASE for return of passport by mail.
For additional information, consult the Embassy of Romania, 1607 23rd St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/332-4851)
or the nearest Consulate General: New York (212/682-9120) and Los Angeles (310/444-0043).
RUSSIA - *Passport, visa, and, in some cases, an original birth certificate required.
Tourist visa requires 1 application form, 3 photos, confirmation from tourist agency in Russia, and processing fee.
Business visa requires 1 application, 3 photos, and letter of an official invitation from an authorized
Russian counterpart and visa processing fee.
Visa processing fee for business and tourist visas is $70 for 2 weeks, $80 for one week,
and $110 for less than three working days.
Multiple-entry business visa (needs confirmation through the Russian MFA) - $200 to $450 processing fee.
Fees must be paid by postal money order or cashier’s check only.
Provide SASE for return of passport by mail.
AIDS test required for anyone staying over 3 months; U.S. test accepted.
For additional information contact the Consular Section of the Embassy of
Russia, 2641 Tunlaw Road, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007 (202/939-8907 or 8918) or the nearest Consulate General:
NY (212/348-0926, 0955, 0626), CA (415/928-6878) or WA (206/728-1910).
Internet address: http://www.russianembassy.org
SCOTLAND - (See United Kingdom.)
SERBIA AND MONTENEGRO - *Passport and visa required.
The United States has suspended operations in Serbia-Montenegro and there is no U.S. diplomatic presence to assist U.S. citizens.
Travel by U.S. citizens is not recommended.
SLOVAK REPUBLIC - *Passport required. Visa not required for a stay up to 30 days.
For longer stays and other types of travel contact the Embassy of the
Slovak Republic, 2201 Wisconsin Ave., N.W., Suite 250, Washington, D.C. 20007 (202/965-5160 ext. 270).
Internet address: http://www.slovakemb.com
SPAIN - *Passport required. Visa not required for tourist or business stays up to 90 days.
For additional information check with the Embassy of
Spain, 2375 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20037 (202/452-0100 and 728-2330)
or nearest Consulate General in CA (415/922-2995 and 213/938-0158),
FL (305/446-5511), IL (312/782-4588), LA (504/525-4951), MA (617/536-2506),
NY (212/355-4080), PR (809/758-6090) or TX (713/783-6200).
Internet address: http://www.undp.org/missions/spain/
SWEDEN - *Passport required. Visa not required for a stay up to 90 days.
Period begins when entering Scandinavian area: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway.
For further information consult the Embassy of Sweden, 1501 M St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20005-1702 (202/467-2600)
or nearest Consulate General: CA (310/445-4008), FL (954/467-3507), IL (312/781-6262),
New York (212/583-2550) or any other consulate of Sweden in the United States.
Internet address: http://www.swedenemb.org
SWITZERLAND - *Passport required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to 90 days.
For further information, contact the Embassy of
Switzerland, 2900 Cathedral Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/745-7900)
or the nearest Consulate General: CA (310/575-1145 or 415/788-2272), GA (404/870-2000),
IL (312/915-0061), NY (212/599-5700), or TX (713/650-0000).
Internet address: http://www.swissemb.org
TURKEY - *Passport and visa required.
Visas can be obtained at Turkish border crossing points for tourist/business visits up to
3 months or through a Turkish consular office in the U.S. or overseas
(1 application form and $45 fee (cash or money order only) are required).
Visa must be obtained in advance for visits lasting longer than the three month period,
for study/research purposes, or for employment purposes.
For further information contact the Embassy of the Republic of
Turkey, 2525 Massachusetts Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/612-6740/41) or nearest Consulate:
CA (213/937-0118), IL (312/263-0644), NY (212/949-0160) or TX (713/622-5849).
Internet address: http://www.turkey.org
UKRAINE - *Passport and visa required.
Visa requires 1 form, 1 photo, and $45 - $180 fee, depending upon processing time (company check or money order only).
An invitation/confirmation letter from receiving party in Ukraine is required for business, tourist, or private trips.
Multiple-entry visas are issued to business visitors who meet specific requirements.
Transit visas also require onward/return ticket.
All foreigners visiting Ukraine (except those staying less than three days or minors under age 16)
must register their passports with the local law enforcement authorities.
Anyone applying for a visa for a stay of 3 months or longer is required to present a certificate
showing that they are HIV negative.
Test performed in the U.S. are not accepted.
For additional information contact the Embassy of Ukraine, 3350 M St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007 (202/333-7507/08/09)
or the nearest Consulate: IL (312/642-4388) or NY (212/371-5690).
UNITED KINGDOM (England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales) - *Passport required.
Visa not required for stay up to 6 months.
For additional information consult the Consular Section of the
British Embassy, 19 Observatory Circle, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202/588-7800)
or nearest Consulate General: CA (310/477-3322), IL (312/346-1810), or NY (212/745-0200).
Internet address: http://www.britain-info.org
WALES - (See United Kingdom.)
NOTES
SASE is self-addressed, stamped envelope.
If applying in person, remember to call about office hours.
Many consulates are only open in the morning and closed for local holidays.
This booklet is updated yearly.
This publication and Passports—Applying for them the EASY WAY,
which gives detailed information on how and where to apply for your U.S. passport,
are both available from the Consumer Information Center, Pueblo, CO 81009 for 50 cents each.
Consular Information Program
The State Department’s Bureau of Consular Affairs provides assistance and information to U.S. citizens traveling abroad.
Consular Affairs issues Consular Information Sheets, Travel Warnings,
Public Announcements, and other travel publications.
The following gives a brief description of some of the information currently available through the Consular Information Program:
Consular Information Sheets, Travel Warnings and Public Announcements
Consular Information Sheets are issued for every country in the world.
They include such information as the location of the U.S. embassy or consulate in the subject country,
health conditions, political disturbances, unusual currency and entry regulations,
crime and security information, and drug penalties.
The State Department also issues Travel Warnings and Public Announcements.
Travel Warnings are issued when the State Department decides to recommend that
Americans avoid travel to a certain country.
Countries where avoidance of travel is recommended will have Travel Warnings as well as Consular Information Sheets.
Public Announcements are issued as a means to disseminate information quickly
about terrorist threats and other conditions overseas which pose significant risks to the security of American travelers.
Travel Brochures
A Safe Trip Abroad —
contains helpful precautions one can take to minimize the chance of becoming a victim of terrorism or crime.
Tips for Americans Residing Abroad —
offers information for U.S. citizens living abroad on dual citizenship, tax regulations, voting, and other consular services.
Travel Tips for Older Americans —
contains special health, safety and travel information for older Americans.
Your Trip Abroad —
offers tips on obtaining a passport, considerations in preparing for your trip and traveling,
and other sources of information.
Consular Information Sheets, Travel Warnings and Public Announcements
may be heard anytime by dialing (202) 647-5225 from a touch-tone phone.
They are also available at U.S. embassies and consulates abroad,
and through airline computer reservation systems, or, by writing and sending a
self-addressed, stamped business-size envelope to the Office of Overseas Citizens Services,
Bureau of Consular Affairs, Room 4811, U.S. Department of State, Washington, D.C. 20520-4818.
Consular Information Sheets, Travel Warnings, Public Announcements, and
Consular Affairs’ publications can be obtained by accessing Internet at
http://travel.state.gov or by dialing by 202/647-3000 from your telephone fax.
Publications can also be purchased from the *U.S. Government Printing Office (GPO).
Copies of Consular Affairs’ publications are available for $1 - $2
from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, tel:
202/512-1800, fax: 202/512-2250, Internet: http://www.access.gpo.gov/su_docs.
(Prices and availability are subject to change without notice. Please check with the GPO for up-to-date information.)
Top Ten Tips for Travelers
1. Make sure you have a signed, valid passport and visa, if required.
Also, before you go, fill in the emergency information page of your passport!
2. Read the Consular Information Sheets (and Public Announcements or Travel Warnings, if applicable)
for the countries you plan to visit. (See the section "Consular Information Program.")
3. Leave copies of your itinerary, passport data page and visas with family or friends at home,
so that you can be contacted in case of an emergency.
4. Make sure you have insurance, which will cover your emergency medical needs, while you are overseas.
5. Familiarize yourself with local laws and customs of the countries to which you are traveling.
Remember, while in a foreign country, you are subject to its laws!
6. Do not leave your luggage unattended in public areas and never accept packages from strangers.
7. While abroad, avoid using illicit drugs or drinking excessive amounts of alcoholic beverages,
and associating with people who do.
8. Do not become a target for thieves by wearing conspicuous clothing and expensive jewelry
and do not carry excessive amounts of cash or unnecessary credit cards.
9. Deal only with authorized agents when you exchange money or purchase art or antiques
in order to avoid violating local laws.
10. When overseas, avoid demonstrations and other situations that may become unruly
or where anti-American sentiments may be expressed.
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