Israel-Iran Conflict Emergency Information

The Department of State is planning for contingencies to assist with private U.S. citizens’ departure from Israel. If you are a U.S. citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident currently in Israel or the West Bank and seeking U.S. government assistance to depart, please complete this form so the Department of State can better assist you and provide you with timely updates: https://mytravel.state.gov/s/crisis-intake.
The following Security Alerts were transmitted to U.S. citizens enrolled in STEP for these countries:
- Israel: https://il.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-jerusalem-israel-june-19-2025-2/
- Iran: https://ir.usembassy.gov/alert-iran-security-alert-land-border-crossings-june-18-2025/
- Jordan: https://jo.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-amman-jordan-entry-requirements-to-jordan-june-19-2025/
In light of the current security situation and ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, the State Dept is recommending Americans to:
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive critical information.
- Have a contingency plan for emergencies and review the Traveler’s Checklist.
- Monitor alerts from U.S. embassies and consulates in the region:
Israel, West Bank, Gaza: https://il.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/security-and-travel-information/
Jordan: https://jo.usembassy.gov/category/alert/
Lebanon: https://lb.usembassy.gov/category/alert/
Iraq: https://iq.usembassy.gov/category/alert/
Iran: https://ir.usembassy.gov/category/alert/
Other U.S. embassies and consulates: www.usembassy.gov
Contact the following offices for routine questions on:
Non-emergency services for Americans overseas: Contact the U.S. Embassy in the country where the citizen is located.
Bookmark the Consular Affairs Congressional website at travel.state.gov/congress. This site includes links to every U.S. Embassy, passport adjudication center, and visa center worldwide for your office’s use.
Information on expedited passport appointments is here.
Information on expedited visa interview appointments is on each individual embassy’s website and on our visa appointment wait times page.
Information on getting a replacement Consular Report of Birth Abroad is here.
A description of authentication and apostille services is here.