The Department of State (DoS) alerts U.S. citizens planning to attend the 2014 Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia, February 7 to March 16. All personnel traveling to the Olympics should remain attentive regarding their personal security at all times. This travel alert replaces the alert issued on January 10, 2014, and provides updated information on reported threats against the Games. To read the full DoS Alert, please use the following link: travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/alertswarnings/russia-travel-alert.html As a reminder for personnel considering traveling to the 2014 Winter Olympics, be sure to have a current AT/FP Level I training completed, link: https://atlevel1.dtic.mil/at/. Also ensure you check for any last minute changes to the threat situation at travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/alertswarnings.html. The Foreign Clearance Guide (FCG) should be checked to ensure travelers meet the requirements: https://fcg.pentagon.mil/fcg.cfm. The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free service provided by the U.S. Government to U.S. citizens/nationals who are traveling to, or living in a foreign country: https://step.state.gov/step/. Service Members and DoD Civilians must have a visa prior to arriving into Russia.
Posted on: Thu, 30 Jan 2014 13:46:43 +0000
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