The U.S. State Department has issued a new travel advisory urging American citizens to avoid travel to southeastern Turkey—and to depart immediately if already there—due to heightened security risks, including terrorism and armed conflict.
Evacuation Order for U.S. Diplomatic Staff in Adana
In a related move, the U.S. government has ordered non-essential U.S. government personnel and their families to evacuate the U.S. Consulate General in Adana, located in southern Turkey. The directive, issued on March 9, 2026, cites safety concerns linked to regional instability, though the advisory does not explicitly tie the risks to the war in Iran as initially reported in some sources.
As a result, the U.S. Consulate General in Adana has suspended all consular services indefinitely.
Ongoing Travel Advisory for Turkey
The U.S. maintains its Level 2 travel advisory for Turkey overall—‘Exercise Increased Caution’—citing risks of terrorism, civil unrest, and crime in certain areas. This advisory remains in effect nationwide, with enhanced warnings specifically for the southeastern region.