U.S. State Department Guidance

Source: https://grs-blog.global.utexas.edu/category/u-s-state-department-guidance/ Parent: https://grs-blog.global.utexas.edu/

Do you have plans to travel outside the United States during spring break? If so, read on for some reminders from the Global Risk and Safety team to make your international travel easier and safer! Preparing to Travel Regardless of their destination, we recommend that all travelers follow the guidance… read more

Do you have plans to travel outside the United States during the upcoming holiday break? If so, read on for some reminders from the Global Risk and Safety team to make your holiday travel easier and safer! Preparing to Travel First, check your passport’s expiration date. Some countries require that… read more

The U.S. Department of State issued an updated “Worldwide Caution” security alert on June 23, 2025, due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and increased potential for demonstrations against U.S. citizens and interests. The update advises travelers to exercise increased caution. As always, the top priority of the… read more

Effective immediately, U.S. citizens traveling to the United Kingdom for short visits, tourism, or business, including those just passing through U.K. airports, will need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) if they do not have a U.K. visa or legal residency in the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland. This… read more

The U.S. Department of State recently launched a new version of the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP).  STEP is a free service for U.S. citizens living or traveling abroad to receive safety and security alerts and other local updates by email from the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.  Enrolling in… read more