Public Services
Consular Information Sheets
They include such information as the location of the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in the country, unusual immigration practices, health conditions, minor political disturbances, unusual currency and entry regulations, crime and security information, and drug penalties. If an unstable condition exists in a country that is not severe enough to warrant a Travel Warning, a description of the condition may be included. Consular Information Sheets are available in the consular section, may be heard by calling the State Department at (202) 647-5225 (24 hours per day) or by visiting the State Department’s Home Page at http://www.state.gov.