U.S. Embassy in Kuwait advises increased vigilance amid regional tensions
The U.S. Embassy in Kuwait has issued a security advisory urging U.S. citizens to exercise heightened vigilance due to ongoing regional tensions.
Embassy officials said staffing and operations at the Mission remain unchanged, but access to several military facilities is now restricted to essential personnel only.
The temporary halt affects Camp Arifjan, Camp Buehring, Ali Al Salem Air Base, and Camp Patriot, where personnel movements have been limited as a precautionary measure.
The embassy emphasized that the situation is evolving rapidly and advised Americans to assess their personal circumstances and follow guidance from both U.S. and local authorities.
“The U.S. Embassy is closely monitoring developments and remains committed to providing timely information and updates,” the embassy said in a statement.
Americans in Kuwait are encouraged to:
- Stay informed via the embassy’s Security Alerts page.
- Ensure passports are valid for short-notice travel and schedule appointments through the Embassy passport services.
- Maintain awareness of their surroundings and monitor local and international media.
- Follow instructions from Kuwaiti authorities.
- Contact airlines directly for updates on flights.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive real-time security updates.
- Follow the embassy on Instagram, X, and WhatsApp for latest advisories.
Emergency Contacts
- Local emergencies: Call 112 for police, ambulance, or fire services.
- U.S. Embassy in Kuwait: +965-2259-1001 (life-threatening emergencies).
- U.S. and Canada: 888-407-4747 (if outside Kuwait).
- Other locations: 202-501-4444.
The embassy stressed that these measures are preventive, aiming to protect personnel while ensuring continued operation of the Mission and timely support for U.S. citizens in the country.
