On August 6, 2020, the Department of State lifted the Global Level 4 Health Advisory. Initially implemented on March 19, 2020, this advisory had recommended U.S. citizens avoid all international travel due to COVID-19.
With varying conditions worldwide, the Department has reverted to a country-specific travel advisory system. This system categorizes countries from Level 1 to Level 4 based on their specific conditions, providing travelers with detailed information for informed decision-making. The Department advises U.S. citizens to remain cautious when traveling abroad because of the pandemic's unpredictable nature.
The Travel Advisory for Serbia is currently at Level 3, urging travelers to reconsider their plans due to COVID-19 and increased caution due to crime. Travelers are directed to check the updated Travel Advisory for Serbia for more details.
U.S. citizens are encouraged to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) for alerts and consult the Embassy COVID-19 webpage for ongoing updates.
"The Department of State has lifted the Global Level 4 Health Advisory and returned to the previous system of country-specific levels of travel advice."
Additionally, "the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Warning for COVID-19 advising travelers to avoid non-essential travel."
The Department of State recommends several actions:
- Consult the CDC website for current information.
- Review CDC’s latest recommendations on reducing COVID-19 risk.
- Visit travel.state.gov's COVID-19 crisis page.
- Check with airlines or cruise lines regarding any updated travel plans or restrictions.
- Visit the Embassy webpage on COVID-19 for conditions in Serbia.
- Visit Homeland Security’s website for recent U.S. travel restrictions.
- Seek medical care if experiencing symptoms similar to COVID-19 or exposure within six weeks.
For assistance:
Contact Embassy Belgrade, Serbia at +381 (11) 706-4000 (available 24 hours), email BelgradeACS@state.gov, or visit their website.
For additional information:
State Department – Consular Affairs Serbia Country Information is available at 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444. Follow them on Facebook and Twitter.