Resources for USC Afghans & Families Left in Afghanistan
The U.S. Embassy in Kabul suspended operations on August 31, 2021. While the U.S. government has withdrawn its personnel from Kabul, it will continue to assist U.S. citizens and their families in Afghanistan from Doha, Qatar. It will also continue its efforts to help Lawful Permanent Residents, as well as the many Afghans who have helped the US over the years, and are seeking to leave Afghanistan.
U.S. Citizens And Their Family Members Still In Afghanistan Should:
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates and ensure they can be located in an emergency.
Review personal security plans
Be aware of surroundings and local security developments at all times
Keep a low profile
Notify a trusted person of travel and movement plans
Make contingency plans to leave when it is safe to do so
Monitor local media
Review, “What the Department of State Can and Can’t Do in a Crisis.”
Resources For US Citizens And Their Families In Afghanistan:
State Department – Consular Affairs Afghanistan Call Center833-741-2777 or 606-260-4379 or AfghanistanACS@state.gov
Embassy Citizens’ Services Page
Afghanistan Country Information
Afghanistan Travel Advisory
Visit the COVID-19 crisis page on State Department
Refer to US Embassy website for the latest Alerts and Messages for U.S. citizens.
Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information related to COVID-19.
Visit Embassy webpage on COVID-19 for information on conditions in Afghanistan.