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15 Countries the US State Department Says Americans Should Not Travel To

Plan your US vacation wisely! Stay updated with the US State Department's list of countries posing safety risks due to high crime, political instability, or health concerns.

Central African Republic (Car)

Ongoing civil unrest in the Central African Republic poses high risks of crime, violence, and terrorism for US travelers. Medical services are limited. [Read More]

Libya

Libya's political unrest since 2011 makes it unsafe for travel. The US State Department warns against all travel due to high risk of terrorism and crime.

Mali

The US State Department advises against all travel to Mali due to potential dangers, particularly in northern regions. Medical services may also be limited, especially in rural areas.

Afghanistan

US citizens are advised against traveling to Afghanistan due to ongoing conflicts, terrorist attacks, and lack of medical services. More details here.

North Korea

US Department prohibits Americans from traveling to North Korea without special approval due to its strict laws and limited ability to aid detainees.

Yemen

The US State Department warns against all travel to Yemen due to armed conflict, terrorism, food shortages, and limited medical access.

Somalia

US State Dept. advises against travel to Somalia due to violence, crime, and terrorism. It's a dangerous location due to ongoing civil war.

South Sudan

US State Department advises against all travel to South Sudan due to conflict, violence, food shortages, and limited medical services.

Syria

U.S. citizens should reconsider traveling to Syria due to ongoing political unrest, violence, terrorism, and inadequate medical services.

Venezuela

Venezuela faces high crime, civil unrest, scarcity of food and medicine. Americans are detained often, making it risky for travelers.

Iraq

Iraq is very dangerous for US travelers due to ongoing conflict and terrorism. The US State Department advises against all travel to Iraq due to risks of kidnapping, violence.

Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso battles ongoing terrorism, making it a risky destination for travelers. Limited medical services compound potential risks for US visitors.

Haiti

Haiti's political instability and high crime rate make it risky for travelers. Americans are urged to be cautious, especially in crime-laden areas.

Iran

"Due to current US-Iran tensions, it's risky for Americans to travel to Iran due to potential arbitrary arrests and strict laws. Avoid travel."

Sudan

Sudan's instability makes it a risky travel location due to terrorism, civil unrest, limited medical access, and detainment of American citizens.

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