Srinagar, the Kashmir Valley and the city of Jammu remain dangerous places where terrorist activities and violent civil disturbances continue. U.S. government employees are prohibited from traveling to the State of Jammu and Kashmir without permission from the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi. While U.S. citizens have not been specifically targeted, visitors are cautioned not to travel outside major cities at night. Security laws are in force, and security personnel have been deployed by the central government in New Delhi to several northeast states. Travelers may check with the U.S. Consulate in Calcutta for information on current conditions.
Tensions run high between India and Pakistan, particularly over Kashmir.
The only official India-Pakistan border crossing point is between Atari, India, and Wagah, Pakistan. A Pakistani visa is required for entry to Pakistan. U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate payment in cash for health services. Travelers, particularly those with ongoing or potential health problems, may wish to obtain supplemental health insurance which specifically covers overseas treatment and medical evacuation.