Sun Mar 09 03:56:55 UTC 2025: ## US Issues Level 4 Travel Advisory for Pakistan Border Regions

**New York/Washington, March 9, 2025** – The United States State Department issued a Level 4 “Do Not Travel” advisory on Friday, March 7th, urging Americans to avoid the India-Pakistan border, Line of Control (LOC), Balochistan province, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province due to heightened terrorism risks and potential armed conflict.

The advisory cites frequent terrorist attacks, particularly in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (including the former Federally Administered Tribal Areas – FATA), resulting in numerous casualties. These attacks target civilians, military and police, and have included past attacks on U.S. diplomatic facilities. The advisory highlights the unpredictable security situation and warns of the potential for attacks on various locations including transportation hubs, markets, and government facilities.

While acknowledging better security in major cities like Islamabad, the advisory specifically warns against any travel to the India-Pakistan border region, emphasizing the presence of militant groups. The only officially sanctioned border crossing for non-Indian and non-Pakistani citizens is between Wagah (Pakistan) and Atari (India), and travelers are advised to confirm its operational status before travel. An Indian visa is required for entry into India.

The advisory’s “Do Not Travel” designation applies to both Balochistan, due to an active separatist movement and attacks targeting civilians and government entities, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where active terrorist and insurgent groups regularly target civilians and government officials. Kidnappings and assassinations are also common.

The advisory underscores the serious security concerns and urges Americans to reconsider any travel plans to these regions of Pakistan.

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