Location: Uganda, countrywide
Actions to Take:
- Avoid crowds and demonstrations.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Keep a low profile.
- Monitor local media and U.S. Embassy Facebook and Twitter pages for updates. Be prepared to adjust your plans.
- Have travel documents and identification up to date and easily accessible.
- Notify friends and family of your safety.
- Stock up on food items and necessities.
- Review your personal security plans.
- U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist.
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda, 1577 Ggaba Road, Kampala, Uganda
Tel: +256-414-306-001
Email: KampalaUSCitizen@state.gov
Website: https://ug.usembassy.gov/ - State Department – Consular Affairs
Tel: 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444 or 202-501-4444 - Uganda Country Information
- Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts.
- Follow us on Facebook and Twitter.