U.S. Embassy in Kuwait issues ‘Security Alert’ to American personnel to exercise caution

Due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, and out of an abundance of caution, the U.S. Embassy has advised its personnel to exercise increased vigilance and has instructed Mission personnel to comply with temporary restrictions imposed by the U.S. military on access to Camp Arifjan, Camp Buehring, Ali Al Salem Air Base, and Camp Patriot.

Access to those facilities is limited to essential personnel only at this time. We encourage U.S. citizens in Kuwait to adopt similar safety measures.

We encourage all travelers to review our most recent Security Alerts and make appropriate decisions for themselves and their families. U.S. citizens should be aware of the potential for delayed and cancelled flights and other unanticipated travel impacts.

Travelers should anticipate lengthy delays at land border crossings from Iraq to Kuwait, as well as at seaports. U.S. citizens who plan to enter via the Iraq-Kuwait land border may send their planned date and crossing location, and personal details (name, date of birth, passport information, border crossing, any medical/health/safety concerns, contact information) and a photograph of their passport biodata page to the U.S. Embassy Kuwait American Citizens Services Unit at KuwaitACS@state.gov.

Providing this information may allow the embassy to more quickly assist you in the event of an emergency.

For emergency assistance in Kuwait:

• Please call 112 in case of emergency requiring police, ambulance, or fire services.
• In the event of a life-or-death emergency, U.S. citizens in Kuwait may call +965-2259-1001.
• The Office of Overseas Citizens Services (OCS) at the Department of State in Washington, D.C., is the point of contact for family members in the United States who are concerned about a U.S. citizen family member abroad. You can reach OCS 24 hours a day by calling 1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444.

Actions to Take:

• Refer to our website for the latest Security Alerts: https://kw.usembassy.gov/category/alert/
• Ensure you have a valid U.S. passport for short-notice travel; visit our website to schedule a passport appointment: https://kw.usembassy.gov/passports/
• Be aware of your surroundings.
• Monitor local and international media for the latest developments.
• Follow the instructions of local authorities.
• Contact your airline directly for flight change details if your flight is affected.
• Enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) . STEP enrollment gives you the latest security updates and makes it easier for the U.S. Embassy to contact you in an emergency.
• Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter/X .