In March 2024, the U.S. government issued or updated multiple international travel advisories.
Some of them will tell Americans why they should or shouldn’t travel to specific areas in a given area. Some others will advise you on what to do if you find yourself involved in risky situations, and the rest will inform you about health-related issues that you should be aware of.
Without further ado, let’s see what the government has to say about traveling here seven countries.
Peru: Update on the spread of Dengue fever
On March 26, the U.S. Embassy in Peru updated its policy health advice about a massive outbreak of dengue in the country.
According to the Peruvian CDC, 16,247 cases have been reported in La Libertad, 12,306 in Lima, 11,470 in Piura and 10,909 in Ica.
Four to 10 days after becoming infected, patients will experience COVID-19, influenza, or even malaria-like symptoms. Authorities recommend wearing loose-fitting clothing and putting on insect repellent, as vaccination is limited to those who have already had the infection.
Brazil: street robberies by President Wilson
The US Consulate in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, urges Americans to exercise extra caution in the areas surrounding this agency, on Avenida Rio Branco near the Cinelândia metro stop, due to an increase in the number of robberies and assaults.
If you become the victim of a crime, do not hesitate to contact the local police on 190. In the meantime, avoid using your mobile devices on the street and if you are attacked, remain calm and do not resist.
France: Security alert system taken to the highest level
Following the terrorist attack committed by the ‘Islamic State’ on March 22 in Russia, France has increased its ‘Vigipirate’ security system to ‘Attack emergency level.”
High school students across the country have received threatening emails via official Ministry of Education software.
The U.S. government advises Americans to avoid touristy or crowded areas, or areas where too many police officers patrol.
Ecuador: update on the current state of emergency
On March 8, the U.S. Department of State updated its policy security alarm on Ecuador’s national emergency.
According to the agency, visitors to Ecuador should do so “Rethink travel” north of Portete de Tarquí Avenue in Guayaquil, south of Esmeraldas and the provinces of Sucumbíos, Manabí, Santa Elena and Santo Domingo due to crime.
And “Do not travel to” south of Portete de Tarquí Avenue in Guayaquil, Huaquillas, Arenillas, Quevedo, Quinsaloma, Pueblo Viejo, the Canton of Duran and the City of Esmeraldas due to crime.
Rwanda: travel advice update
Rwanda is still at Level 1: ‘Training Normal Precautions’, meaning the country is very safe to visit.
However, the US government has done so updated his travel advice to say visitors to the country should ‘Be extra careful’ at the border between Rwanda and Burundi, and “Rethink travel” at the border between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, both due to armed conflict.
Haiti: travel warning due to increased crime
Following a mass prison break, more than 80 percent of Port-au-Prince, Haiti’s capital, is now controlled by criminal forces.
Members of the government fled to nearby countries, leaving Haiti halfway unprecedented political chaos.
The US government is urging Americans and official workers to leave the country immediately.
Moldova: travel advice
Although the country is at Level 2: ‘Take extra care’, meaning the country is quite safe, there is now a region labeled Level 3: ‘Reconsider travel.”
According to the US State Department, Americans should not visit Transnistria due to an internal conflict and its proximity to the Ukrainian border.
Anyone who wants to visit it will be subject to several police checks. Taking photos of military locations or law enforcement officials could get you into legal trouble.
