U. S. State Department Urges Caution for Travelers to Mexico and Europe
The Bureau of Consular Affairs for the U.S. State Department has issued a travel warning for Mexico because of drug-related violence, particularly in the northern border regions, and a travel alert for Europe because of heightened concerns about potential terrorist attacks.
The Bureau of Consular Affairs for the U.S. State Department has issued a travel warning for Mexico because of drug-related violence, particularly in the northern border regions, and a travel alert for Europe because of heightened concerns about potential terrorist attacks.
If you are planning to travel to Mexico, or are currently in Mexico, please consult and the .
If you are planning to travel to Europe, or are currently in Europe, please consult , the regularly updated (link) and the country-specific information found through the .
State Department include:
- If you believe you are being targeted for kidnapping or other crimes, notify Mexican law enforcement officials and the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City or the nearest U.S. consulate as soon as possible.
听听听听 - Make every attempt to travel on main roads during daylight hours, particularly the toll ("cuota") roads, which generally are more secure.
听听听听 - Stay in the well-known tourist areas. Leave your itinerary with a friend or family member not traveling with you and avoid traveling alone.
听听听听 - Check with your cellular provider prior to departure to confirm that your cell phone is capable of roaming on GSM or 3G international networks.
听听听听 - Do not display expensive-looking jewelry or large amounts of money.
听听听听 - Be alert to pickpockets and general street crime throughout Mexico, but especially in large cities.
听听听听 - Monitor local media for information about fast-breaking situations that could affect their security.
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so the State Department can better assist you in an emergency.
听听听听 - Sign passport, and fill in the emergency information.
听听听听 - Leave copies of your itinerary, passport data page and visas with family or friends, so you can be contacted in case of an emergency.
听听听听 - Ask your medical insurance company if your policy applies overseas, and if it covers emergency expenses such as medical evacuation.
听听听听 - Familiarize yourself with local conditions and laws.
听听听听 - To avoid being a target of crime, do not wear conspicuous clothing or jewelry and do not carry excessive amounts of money.
听听听听聽 - In case of emergency, contact the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
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