Information for Travelers

Warden Message

October 10, 2007

The U.S. Embassy wishes to inform American citizens in Afghanistan that insurgent activity utilizing suicide bombers and vehicle borne improvised explosive devices (IEDs) targeting Afghanistan Military and Police as well as coalition forces have increased during this period of Ramadan, both within the Kabul urban area and throughout Afghanistan.  Loss of life to GOA officials, coalition members and innocent civilians has been significant.  The likelihood of sustained terrorist activity through the end of Ramadan and through the conclusion of the EID festivity period can be expected.
The U.S. Embassy strongly encourages all personnel to remain vigilant and to closely evaluate their personal security posture, practices and predictability, to include varying times, routes and venues whenever possible.  Americans who find themselves in cases of extreme emergency in Afghanistan may contact the Embassy receptionist via 0700-10-8001 or the Consular Section via mobile at 0700-20-1908. 

We take this opportunity to remind the community to review their safety precautions. Updated information may be obtained by contacting the American Embassy in Kabul at usconsulkabul@state.gov or by calling the Consular Section at 0700-10-8380. 

For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's Internet web site at http://travel.state.gov where the Worldwide Caution Public Announcement http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/pa/pa_1161.html, the Travel Warning and Consular Information Sheet for Afghanistan can be found.  Up-to-date information on security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the United States, or, for callers outside the United States and Canada, a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444.  These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).

Sincerely,

Consular Section
U.S. Embassy Kabul