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Americans in the Middle East
Americans in the Middle East should follow the latest guidance from the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate and can contact the U.S. Department of State to receive information or assistance.
Worldwide Caution
The Department of State advises Americans worldwide, and especially in the Middle East, to exercise increased caution.
Consular Information for Americans in the Middle East
Americans in the Middle East should follow the latest guidance from the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate and can contact the U.S. Department of State to receive information or assistance.
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Security and travel information by country
Bahrain
Latest alerts on Embassy website
Latest Travel Advisory
Egypt
Latest alerts on Embassy website
Latest Travel Advisory
Iran
Latest alerts on Embassy website
Latest Travel Advisory
Iraq
Latest alerts on Embassy website
Latest Travel Advisory
Israel, West Bank, and Gaza
Latest alerts on Embassy website
Latest Travel Advisory
Jordan
Latest alerts on Embassy website
Latest Travel Advisory
Kuwait
Latest alerts on Embassy website
Latest Travel Advisory
Lebanon
Latest alerts on Embassy website
Latest Travel Advisory
Oman
Latest alerts on Embassy website
Latest Travel Advisory
Qatar
Latest alerts on Embassy website
Latest Travel Advisory
Saudi Arabia
Latest alerts on Embassy website
Latest Travel Advisory
Syria
Latest alerts on Embassy website
Latest Travel Advisory
United Arab Emirates
Latest alerts on Embassy website
Latest Travel Advisory
Yemen
Latest alerts on Embassy website
Latest Travel Advisory
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