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Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Malabo
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November 10, 2021

Location:  Addis Ababa

Event:  Ethiopia Travel Restriction of U.S. Government Personnel

Due to the Ordered Departure of non-essential personnel from U.S. Embassy Addis Ababa, travel to Ethiopia by U.S. State Department employees, including transit, is prohibited without special permission.

Actions to Take:

  • Consider taking alternate routes if traveling through Addis Ababa
  • Contact your airline and ask about transit restrictions
  • Monitor local media for updates
  • Monitor the U.S. Embassy Ethiopia website
  • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates

Assistance:

  • Phone number: +240 333-095-779
  • State Department – Consular Affairs
    888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444 ·
  • Malabo Country Specific Information
  • Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts.
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