It provides limited assistance to U.S. citizens because of conflict in the general area and reduced U.S. Embassy staffing. Conditions in tourist facilities vary considerably and may not be up to Western standards. U.S. citizens need a passport. Permission to enter is issued at the point of entry. Health facilities are limited.
Medicines are in short supply.
Doctors and hospitals expect immediate cash payment for health services. U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States. Travelers have found supplemental medical insurance with specific overseas coverage, including provisions for air evacuation, useful. Theft and other petty crimes are on the rise. The loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport should be reported immediately to the local police and the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate.